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https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/organic-food/art-20043880

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Ramon noodles are unhealthy for you but not "deadly"

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Ramon noodles are unhealthy for you but not "deadly"

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https://www.mcgill.ca/oss/article/controversial-science-food-health-news-quackery/instant-noodles

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the controversy of soy giving you cancer and boobs

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Fukushima Nuclear Radiation, Lingering Effects on Fish

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Fukushima Nuclear Radiation, Lingering Effects on Fish

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http://time.com/4241443/fukushima-disaster-food-safety/

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Are apples healthy or do they increase your acid flux too much. 

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Are apples healthy or do they increase your acid flux too much. 

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https://www.healthline.com/health/digestive-health/apples-and-acid-reflux
Apples can cause heartburn, especially for people who are susceptible to it, but they can also be very healthy and offer great nutrients and an easy snack.

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https://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/safetyhealth/productsafetyinformation/ucm055436.htm

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Food allergies affects six to seven million Americans, according to the IFIC Foundation Media Guide, chapter nine, page 1. What should be on food labels?

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Food allergies affects six to seven million Americans, according to the IFIC Foundation Media Guide, chapter nine, page 1. What should be on food labels?

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https://medium.com/@sgonzalez1904/the-38-most-controversial-issues-in-nutrition-up-for-local-media-debate-155992b5ee6e

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Which is better for you, raw or pasteurized milk?

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Which is better for you, raw or pasteurized milk?

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https://milk.procon.org/view.answers.php?questionID=000806

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eating a lot of different foods could backfire on one's health and not be beneficial

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Encouraging people to eat a wide variety of foods to ensure they meet all their dietary needs may backfire, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association that provides an overview of recent scientific studies.

"Eating a more diverse diet might be associated with eating a greater variety of both healthy and unhealthy foods" said Marcia C. de Oliveira Otto, Ph.D., lead author of the statement published in the American Heart Association journal Circulation. "Combined, such an eating pattern may lead to increased food consumption and obesity.

"Eating a variety of foods" has been a public health recommendation in the United States and worldwide for decades. While some dietary guidelines highlight greater diversity of recommended foods, there is little consensus about what so-called dietary diversity is, how it is measured and whether it is a healthy dietary goal. The statement authors conducted a thorough scientific literature review of articles published between January 2000 and December 2017. They concluded:

There is no evidence that greater overall dietary diversity promotes healthy weight or optimal eating.

There is some evidence that a wider variety of food options in a meal may delay people's feeling of satiation (fullness), increasing the amount of food they eat.

Limited evidence suggests that greater dietary diversity is associated with eating more calories, poor eating patterns and weight gain in adults.

Instead of telling people to eat a variety of foods, the statement authors conclude that dietary recommendations should emphasize adequate consumption of plant foods, such as fruit, vegetables, beans and whole grains, low-fat dairy products, non-tropical vegetable oils, nuts, poultry and fish, and limit consumption of red meat, sweets and sugary drinks. The American Heart Association Dietary Recommendations and the DASH Diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) are both examples of healthy eating patterns.

"Selecting a range of healthy foods, which fits one's budget or taste, and sticking with them, is potentially better at helping people maintain a healthy weight than choosing a greater range of foods that may include less healthy items such as donuts, chips, fries and cheeseburgers, even in moderation," said Otto, who is also assistant professor of epidemiology, human genetics and environmental science at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, Texas.

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A diverse diet may not be the healthiest one

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Encouraging people to eat a wide variety of foods to ensure they meet all their dietary needs may backfire, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association that provides an overview of recent scientific studies. "Eating a more diverse diet might be associated with eating a greater variety of both healthy and unhealthy foods" said Marcia C.

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excessive drinking can lead to more food cravings

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excessive drinking can lead to more food cravings

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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180807104300.htm

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The misinformation about Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

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The misinformation about Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

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Common misconceptions about MSG in food (added for flavor) lead to a common belief in side effects, however there is no concrete proof that MSG leads to bad side effects.

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processed meat was classified as carcinogenic to humans, based on sufficient evidence in humans that the consumption of processed meat causes colorectal cancer.
https://www.cancer.org/latest-news/world-health-organization-says-processed-meat-causes-cancer.html

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Some believe there are high levels of bad estrogen in water that could possibly lead to cancer.

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Bottled water is sold all over the world. Available in grocery and convenience stores, restaurants, recreation centers, schools, gas stations, and almost everywhere... bottled water is a staple stock item. But is bottled water safe?

In recent years there has been a lot of controversy about water. Some say the water in the bottles, even in fancy labeled brands claiming to come from far away mountain springs, is actually from city tap water. Others say that city tap water is actually good for you because it's fluoridated and fluoride is good for your teeth − especially children's teeth.
But what is the truth about bottled water? And how safe is plastic, really? And how are these chemicals impacting your health?
In this article I will be shedding some light on these very important questions.

As a child, I remember my teacher in school getting us to memorize this famous slogan: "reduce, reuse, recycle." Now, the majority of Americans know they should recycle their plastic bottles. But where does all this plastic come from in the first place?

Over 60 million water bottles are thrown away each day in the United States alone and only a small percentage of these (around one in six) get recycled. No wonder so many chemicals are being leached into our precious soil. Imagine the environmental impact this has.

Bottled water is a trillion dollar industry. How does that affect the environment and our drinking water? If the toxic chemicals are leaching into the soil, how much more is going into our rivers and lakes? Could there be a connection too between our drinking water and cancer?

3 Hazards Commonly Found in Plastic Water Bottles

1. Bisphenol A (BPA)

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical that Big Industry uses to stabilize epoxy resins and polycarbonate plastics or hard plastics. It is also used in softer plastics to prevent cracking.

What does that have to do with your drinking water? It's important to know that the plastic used for bottled water often contains BPA. It's known to leach into the water when exposed to heat, which in turn creates "faux estrogen" or what is also known as bad estrogen. High levels of circulating bad estrogen is recognized as a cause of ovarian, prostate, and breast cancers.

Furthermore, BPA has been found to adversely affect fetuses, infants and children's brains, and prostate glands. Behavior disorders are also prevalent from BPA contamination leading to hyperactivity and aggression in children.

BPA is used in plastic containers for food, and the linings of cans of infant formula and many food products. Again the problem is the leaching of the chemicals into the food − especially if it is microwaved. When you eat foods from these containers, you're at risk of being poisoned by this dangerous chemical. Some say that it is such a small amount that the effects are negligible. But many researchers are now pointing out that the chemicals accumulate and are the reason for such a high concentration of BPA found in umbilical cords and soft tissues in the body.

BPA also affects marine life in freshwater in a similar fashion as humans. It gets in the air from evaporation out of contaminated water so it's possible to get more doses via breathing infected air. Finally, it is used in paper receipts so whenever we touch them we get a small dose of BPA. All these small sources add up over time to a large dose that accumulates in the body and can lead to the following health hazards.

BPA has been found to adversely affect the endocrine and reproductive systems and to increase the risk of breast, prostate, ovarian, and brain cancer. It also increases the occurrence of hyperactivity, attention deficit disorder, aggressive behavior, and asthma.

These problems can be prevented if we use glass and stainless steel containers instead of plastic. It's important to take a stand and push for the discontinued use of BPAs to protect our environment and our bodies.

2. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

PET bottles are BPA-free but they pose other potential health risks. According to the North Dakota State University reports, PET bottles contain contaminants of fecal matter, saliva, and food residues in the plastic so they are hazardous to your health when re-used. This is primarily as a result of the soft plastic which is nearly impossible to clean, thus the reason for the significant presence of contaminants after multiple usage.

3. Phthalates

Phthalates are another chemical compound used to make plastic flexible, particularly PVC (polyvinyl chloride). These also leach into the water contained in their bottles or water supplied by PVC pipes. The problems they cause in humans include: liver cancer, testicular atrophy, and sterility in males.

How Do You Know What's in Your Plastic Water Bottle?

How do you know what kind of plastic was used in the various brands of water bottles? In my opinion, there is no way that you can be certain whether the plastic used was free from contaminants or dangerous chemicals because bottling companies change plastics without notice. As a result I suggest avoiding plastic water bottles altogether.

Is Tap Water Better than Bottled Water?

So, the next question is...why don't I just get rid of all this plastic bottled water nonsense and just use tap water? Since statistics show 40% of the water in bottled water is from the tap anyway... then why not?

Yes, you should use tap water. But only after you've filtered it with a quality filtration system, which I will discuss in a moment.

If you use tap water without filtration you risk contamination of heavy metals, chemicals, bacteria, and other potentially dangerous unknown substances. If you think about it, city tap water is held in massive containers that come to your home through a large network of pipes with questionable hygienic standards. Therefore, the water itself has to be treated with chlorine, fluoride, arsenic, and other unhealthy chemical poisons in order to ensure you're getting "clean" water.

And then you might ask, "What's wrong with that? It's clean water after all." The problem is the chemicals. Even in small amounts you don't want fluoride and chlorine accumulating in your system. Yes, it's only small quantities, but if you're taking them in regularly it adds up to a big problem. And if you're cooking with and showering in fluoridated and chlorinated water, it's even worse.

How Fluoride and Chlorine Adversely Affect Your Body

Boiling water kills bacteria but concentrates the fluoride and other chemicals. This is a problem because fluoride is a neurotoxic chemical causing brain damage. Man-made fluoride has been reported by researchers to reduce IQ levels and make people more docile.

Chlorine, on the other hand, is poisonous. Pool water is a highly concentrated form and is known to cause breathing problems, red itchy eyes, swelling of the mucous membranes, dizziness, headaches, and more in many people.

If you are sitting near the pool sunbathing you will be breathing in the gaseous form which is highly toxic. Consistent exposure will lead to a dramatic increase of free radical damage to your skin and airways as well as hair. This means high risk for contracting cancer.

If you have your own pool you may consider using a silver-copper ion generator instead. This is an issue that should be taken seriously as people who are exposed to chlorinated water are at a 93% higher risk of developing various cancers.

Breast cancer has been linked to high levels of chlorine compounds found in the breast tissue, according to a study from Hartford Connecticut. So a little chlorine to kill bacteria has gone a long way to killing humans bit by bit through the accumulation of the chemicals in the body.

Furthermore, chlorine is effective in destroying probiotics, the healthy bacteria that aids in digestion in the body. This in turn leads to digestive distress, heartburn, acid reflux, leaky gut, ulcers, constipation, and eventually gastrointestinal tract related cancers.

What about Home Water Filtration Methods?

Reverse Osmosis is becoming popular, but it removes minerals that need to be replaced to avoid loss of minerals due to leaching.

Ionized water machines boast higher energy and alkalinity to restore the body to a balanced pH. These should be used with caution, following the instructions carefully, and possibly consulting a health professional that can assist you.

Distilled Water is formed from boiling the water and collecting the steam in a condenser that collects the purified water in a clean container. If you distill your own water using glass and storing it in glass, then it should be okay as far as being contaminant free. But when it is ingested it leaches the minerals from the body causing all manner of mineral damage.If you purchase distilled water that has been stored in plastic bottles it contains phthalates − components of the plastic- which are dangerous for your health. It has been reported that phthalates interrupt endocrine functions in the body resulting in breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, thyroid problems, and more. So, get distilled water in glass and add minerals from quality mineral salt if you want to prevent leaching.

Is Vitamin Water a Healthy Choice?

One of the worst health scams Big Industry has come up with (other than deceptive labels on other products) is Vitamin Water. Most vitamin water contains high fructose corn syrup and food dyes which wreak havoc on the body's delicate internal systems. Corn syrup has been linked to obesity, diabetes, and immune and metabolic disorders. It also feeds cancer and creates acidic conditions in the body that encourage bacteria growth and the proliferation of viruses as well as other chronic diseases.

Food dyes, on the other hand, are linked to various cancers, behavioral disorders, mental dysfunctions, and metabolic problems. So avoid vitamin water and other so-called "health drinks" manufactured by Big Industry. The truth is that man-made water enriched with synthetic vitamins and minerals is as bad as or worse than sodas. But at least with soda you are aware of the health risk and can limit your intake.

With supposed health drinks you are unlikely to recognize the disastrous effects until after you have been duly poisoned. Even then you may not make the connection until a serious problem occurs.
Remember, there is no man-made food or drink that can replace the thousands of vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and healthy bacteria found in natural, unadulterated organic whole foods.
4 Tips For Reducing Your Exposure to Toxins Released By Plastic

1. Exchange your plastic bottles for stainless steel or glass

2. Invest in a good quality carbon water filter and filter your tap water and store it in glass or ceramic containers

3. Avoid cooking and heating any food or water in plastic or Styrofoam

4. If you must eat or drink from plastic be careful not to expose the food to the sun, high heat, microwave, or cut into the plastic while you are consuming the product.

What is All this Plastic Doing to Our Environment?

With all the trillions of dollars made by selling water in plastic bottles to the public, you can see how this poses a problem to the environment if these bottles are not properly recycled.

Ask yourself this question: Where does all this plastic go?

Answer: some goes into landfills, and some into the oceans, rivers and lakes. Some stays in humans and animals.

It takes years for nature to completely break down these products even though manufacturers claim that they have a half-life of ten days. Don't believe it! Have you seen plastic water bottles disintegrate in a few weeks? I haven't. Rather, they seem to accumulate over a number of years. It takes a significant length of time for nature to disassemble the components of plastic. Then all the toxic matter is released into the surrounding environment to further poison our soil, water, and air.
Glass and stainless steel are reusable and do not contaminate the environment, so it is an alternative we all need to embrace with diligence.
As for the health impact, the accumulation of the toxic chemicals in the tissues and organs of the human body are carcinogenic and hazardous to our health. Why should something that takes five minutes to use be allowed to accumulate in the earth when we could use eco-friendly products that would benefit our planet?!

It's up to us to make the change and it affects all of us. We can help to prevent a myriad of health problems by boycotting plastic use. The benefits are worth our committed efforts. Let's stop funding Big Industry's abuse of our planet. Together we can make it happen!
What are your thoughts about plastic water bottles? What type of water are you drinking? Please share your thoughts in the Comments section below.
Article Summary

Bottled water is sold everywhere and is a staple stock item. But should we be concerned and is bottled water safe to drink?

The environmental impact of bottled water is high with over 60 million water bottles being thrown away each day in the United States alone. Only a small percentage of these (around one in six) get recycled.

Chemicals leaching out of discarded plastic water bottles finds its way into our soil, rives, and lakes − contaminating our drinking water.

There are 3 health-damaging types of chemicals commonly found in plastic water bottles:

1. Bisphenol A (BPA)

2. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)

3. Phthalates

Filtered tap water is your best bet for safe drinking water. Look for a quality filter system that removes chlorine, fluoride, as well as bacteria.

Here are 4 Tips For Reducing Your Exposure to Toxins Released By Plastic:

1. Exchange your plastic bottles for stainless steel or glass

2. Invest in a good quality carbon water filter and filter your tap water and store it in glass or ceramic containers

3. Avoid cooking and heating any food or water in plastic or Styrofoam

4. If you must eat or drink from plastic be careful not to expose the food to the sun, high heat, microwave, or cut into the plastic while you are consuming the product.

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Is it REALLY Safe to Drink Bottled Water?

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It's available everywhere and most of us don't give it a second thought... but is bottled water safe to drink? Let's find out

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Is Organic food more nutritious and safer than normal food 

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Is Organic food more nutritious and safer than normal food 

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Studies show that organic foods may not be that much more nutritious as conventionally grown foods.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/organic-food/art-20043880

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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/06/180627160520.htm
Studies found customers were more accepting GMOs when informed of the contents. Producers of these products worry that a GMO label is a call out on their products and consumers will avoid marked boxes out of fear.

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Should you be paying more money for healthier food which has less toxins and is therefore better for you? 

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Should you be paying more money for healthier food which has less toxins and is therefore better for you? 

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For example, people will see a $16 fresh fish and see a $2 canned fish and rather pay less money for the canned fish. The canned fish will have way less nutrients than the fresh fish but its cheaper.
https://medium.com/@sgonzalez1904/the-38-most-controversial-issues-in-nutrition-up-for-local-media-debate-155992b5ee6e

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Upbringing / Mistreatment of American Farm Animals (Chickens)

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Upbringing / Mistreatment of American Farm Animals (Chickens)

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Some people argue that the mistreatment of Chickens in American society are leading us to higher disease and death rates

https://www.peta.org/issues/animals-used-for-food/animals-used-food-factsheets/poultry-eggs-industries-abuse-chickens/

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https://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/07/opinion/genetically-modified-crops-a-success-story-or-not.html?rref=collection%2Ftimestopic%2FGenetically%20Modified%20Food&action=click&contentCollection=timestopics&region=stream&module=stream_unit&version=latest&contentPlacement=5&pgtype=collection

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healthy food more expensive than unhealthy

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healthy food more expensive than unhealthy

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https://www.washingtonpost.com/posteverything/wp/2017/01/05/why-is-healthy-food-so-expensive-maybe-because-we-expect-it-to-be/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.7e3aa6b780f8

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Chemicals produced by vegetables such as kale, broccoli, and cabbage could help you maintain a healthy gut and prevent colon cancer. 

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Chemicals produced by vegetables such as kale, broccoli, and cabbage could help you maintain a healthy gut and prevent colon cancer. 

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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180814173648.htm A study conducted by The Francis Crick Institute shows that mice that were fed vegetables with I3C didn't develop colon cancer.

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Why Young Adults Are Wasting So Much Food

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Why Young Adults Are Wasting So Much Food

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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180822122832.htm
Some think this isn't the case, or that it is justified for people to do so.

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young adults ( 18-24) are have a higher tendency to waste food more than other generations 

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young adults ( 18-24) are have a higher tendency to waste food more than other generations 

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eating some carbs is good for health contrary to many diet experts. 

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eating some carbs is good for health contrary to many diet experts. 

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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180817093812.htm

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https://padlet.com/loganck512/tv8a8ov1w87p