Why Fake Food Makes Us Fat

Nutrients are required to feed the bodies processes and to provide strength for physical movement and activity. The body tunes itself to the source of these nutrients by way of taste or smell recognition. This is interpreted in the body as cravings for specific foods…

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Problems With Chemical Additives In Processed Food

Chemicals and Synthetic additives form a large part of processed food available today. These chemicals are used for anything from adding or enhancing flavour, preserving, colouring or to provide nutrition or or assist in making nutrition available to us. Some additives are considered safe to consume – though their relevance is questionable while others are banned in many countries where they are recognised for their connection to a varied number of health issues…

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Common Chemical Additives Found In Processed Food

Pick up a packet, bottle or box of processed food in a Supermarket and it is likely it will contain at least one but likely several synthetic chemicals used to either enhance flavour, extend shelf life or change the colour or appearance of the food. But what are these chemicals and what do they do?

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