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The GRAS Loophole: Some Food Additives Are Allowed Without FDA Involvement
Many U.S. food additives enter the market through the GRAS loophole, allowing manufacturers to self-declare chemicals as safe without mandatory FDA review or disclosure. Originally meant for traditional foods, GRAS now covers synthetic additives often banned abroad. These chemicals can disrupt gut health, inflammation, and metabolism. With new nutrition guidance and dye bans, closing the GRAS loophole is the next critical step.

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20 hours ago3 min read


Vitamin A: The Master Switch in the Body’s Detox and Immune System
Detox is not a cleanse but a genetic program built into human cells. Vitamin A is a master switch for immunity, tissue repair, inflammation control, and detox. Only animal foods provide ready-to-use retinol; plant carotenoids must be converted in the liver and many people do this poorly. Small weekly servings of liver maintain vitamin A reserves, supporting bile flow, detox enzymes, and the epithelial barriers of the gut, lungs, and skin that block toxins and germs.

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1 day ago4 min read


🥗 Detox as Restoration: Rebuilding Health Through Simplicity, Nourishment, and Metabolic Relief
The MyKetoPal Detox Food Plan is a restorative nutrition reset designed to reduce digestive stress and support metabolic healing. Chef Janine recommends following this plan for 2–3 weeks prior to transitioning into a serious ketogenic lifestyle for best results. By removing processed foods, refined sugars, artificial sweeteners, and industrial oils—and replacing them with whole foods, clean proteins, traditional fats, vegetables, fruits, and probiotics—the body regains balanc

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Dec 29, 20254 min read


🌿 Detox with Grace: Chef Janine’s Natural Chelation Guide
Hi friends — it’s Chef Janine 🍳🕊️ here! Our bodies are exposed daily to hidden toxins like mercury, lead, and aluminum. Over time, they can cause brain fog, fatigue, and hormone issues. But with the healing power of real food 🌿, we can gently detox through natural chelation — using ingredients like cilantro, chlorella, and glutathione-rich meals to support God's design for daily renewal. 💛

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Dec 28, 20255 min read


The Liver: Your Body’s Detox Hero & Nature’s Most Powerful Superfood
The liver is a vital organ responsible for metabolism, detoxification, nutrient storage, bile production, and hundreds of biochemical processes essential to life. Eating liver provides exceptional nutrition—rich in B12, vitamin A, iron, B vitamins, CoQ10, and complete protein—supporting energy, fertility, immunity, and blood health. As one of nature’s most nutrient-dense foods, liver has long been valued in traditional and therapeutic diets.

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Dec 27, 20253 min read


Fed A Lie: The Hidden History of Seed Oils and the Rise of Modern Disease
“Fed A Lie” (Nov 2024) exposes how seed oils—marketed for decades as “heart-healthy”—have fueled the rise of obesity and chronic disease. Featuring Paul Saladino MD, Nina Teicholz PhD, Chris Knobbe MD, and athlete Bethany Hamilton 🏄🏼, the film reveals the history, science, and industry influence behind these industrial oils and urges a return to real, ancestral, nutrient-dense foods.

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Nov 24, 20254 min read


Herbal Medicine: A Timeless, Holistic Approach to Natural Healing
Herbal medicine uses the healing power of plants to support the body’s natural ability to restore balance. Rooted in ancient traditions and refined by modern practice, it focuses on whole-body wellness, gentle remedies, and understanding each person’s unique health story.

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Nov 17, 20253 min read


The Gut–Illness Connection: 5 Herbs That Could Transform Modern Health
Herbal medicine expert Simon Mills reveals how poor gut health drives chronic illness, why antibiotic resistance is rising, and how everyday herbs—from garlic to turmeric—can support immunity, reduce inflammation, and offer natural alternatives to common drugs. He shares diet tips, plant remedies, and habits for long-term wellness.

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Nov 17, 20253 min read


🍽️ The Illusion of “Perfect” Convenience: A Closer Look at Factor Meals and Paid Food Reviews
Behind the polished marketing and “chef-prepared” claims, Factor’s meals reveal the truth of mass-produced convenience: shredded meats hiding low-grade cuts, mushy vegetables drained of life, and identical plates built for shelf life, not satisfaction. It’s the illusion of wellness—industrial food packaged as gourmet, proof that convenience has replaced true culinary craftsmanship.

ketogenicfasting
Nov 6, 20254 min read


Reset Your Body and Mind: Dr. Goldhamer on Fasting and Healing
Water-only fasting is emerging as a powerful way to heal the body naturally—burning belly fat, boosting energy, clearing brain fog, and even improving mood and mental health. This simple yet profound practice can help reset metabolism, reduce inflammation, and restore balance. Learn how to fast safely without losing muscle, why calorie counting doesn’t work, and how escaping the “pleasure trap” can lead to lasting health and vitality.

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Oct 15, 20252 min read


Which Supplements Are Key To A Successful Keto Lifestyle?
The keto diet, a low-carb, high-fat approach, supports weight loss and may aid diabetes, epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, and some cancers. Supplements like MCT oil, BHB, 7-oxo-DHEA, L-glutamine, and electrolytes boost energy and balance. Pills are convenient; powders offer more nutrients. Always consult your doctor first—then reach out to Chef Janine, who will gladly guide you in choosing the best supplements for your goals.

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Sep 1, 202510 min read


Chef Janine’s Keto-Friendly Vegetable Guide
Chef Janine’s keto-friendly veggies are low in net carbs, rich in fiber, and packed with nutrients to keep you satisfied without spiking blood sugar. 🌱 Choose very low-carb staples like arugula, spinach, celery, cucumbers, and broccoli rabe. 🥦 Add variety with asparagus, cauliflower, zucchini, mushrooms, and more. 🍅 Enjoy higher-carb picks like tomatoes, carrots, peppers, and Brussels sprouts in moderation. ✅ Aim for five colorful veggies daily for balance, flavor, and hea

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Sep 1, 20253 min read


Cheese: Comfort or Concern? What You Need to Know After 60
Cheese is a comfort food we all love, but after 60 it can impact health in surprising ways. In this video, discover the hidden risks in everyday cheeses, which varieties may be unsafe for seniors, and the benefits of choosing the right ones. Learn simple tips to enjoy cheese safely—keeping the flavor while protecting your health, energy, and independence. 🧀✨

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Sep 1, 20252 min read


🤸♀️ Stretch, Strengthen, Sustain: The Daily Ritual That Keeps Muscles Thriving as You Age
Muscles power every movement, from walking to your heart beating. Like cats stretch instinctively, we should too—especially with age. Starting in your 30s, muscle loss accelerates unless you act. Daily stretching, strength training, and a protein-rich diet—especially complete proteins and key nutrients like vitamin D and magnesium—help preserve strength, mobility, and independence for life.

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Jul 29, 20255 min read


🧠 You as an Adult, Can Grow New Brain Cells. Here's How!
NeAdults can grow new neurons—a process called neurogenesis—especially in the hippocampus, which supports memory, learning, and mood. Neuroscientist Sandrine Thuret explains how lifestyle choices like exercise 🏃, healthy diet 🥗, good sleep 😴, learning 🧠, and stress reduction 🧘 can boost this process, helping prevent cognitive decline and promoting brain health at any age. 🧠✨

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Jul 28, 20255 min read


🍍 “A Little Pineapple Goes a Long Way!” 🍍
🍍 Pineapple isn’t typically keto-friendly, but in small, mindful doses—like extracts, powders, or curds—it offers big benefits. Rich in bromelain and antioxidants, it supports digestion, immunity, brain health, and inflammation. Chef Janine says, “Used thoughtfully, pineapple is a tropical gem—even for strict keto dieters.” A little goes a long way without spiking carbs.

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Jul 26, 20252 min read


🦠 Aging and Digestive Enzymes
As we age, our body's production of digestive enzymes declines, leading to reduced digestion, nutrient absorption, and increased risk of health issues. Enzymes are vital for breaking down food, supporting metabolism, and overall health. Eating raw foods, chewing well, reducing calories, and taking natural enzyme supplements can help maintain digestive function and slow aging-related decline. We aren’t what we eat, but what we digest and absorb.

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Jul 12, 20255 min read


🕒 Eating Later In The Day Directly Impacts Your Biological Weight Regulation
A new study shows that eating late in the day can disrupt weight regulation by increasing hunger, lowering calorie burn, and promoting fat storage. Late eaters had lower leptin levels, slower metabolism, and gene expression favoring fat gain. Eating earlier may reduce obesity risk more easily than dieting or intense exercise.

ketogenicfasting
Jul 11, 20252 min read


🌿 Powerful Herbs & Foods That Support Healing At The Root Level
We live in a world of rushed doctor visits and quick prescriptions, but true healing begins at the root. Nature has always offered powerful remedies—yet most were never taught. This guide highlights herbs and foods like rosemary, ginger, turmeric, garlic, lavender, and more, all with specific healing uses. While modern medicine has its place, reclaiming natural wisdom empowers us to restore balance and health. 🌿 This is your quick-start reference to holistic healing.

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Jul 2, 20252 min read


🩺 Berberine For Diabetes, Obesity, Inflammation, PCOS, Cancer? This Is What We Found Out!
Berberine is a plant-based compound used in traditional medicine for centuries. Found in plants like barberry and goldenseal, it may help with infections, inflammation, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, PCOS, and cancer. Though promising, it can cause side effects and interact with medications like metformin. Its long-term safety is unproven, and dosage varies. Always consult a healthcare provider before use.

ketogenicfasting
May 23, 20254 min read
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