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Greener grass, green clothes, green beer and possibly even
some new green foods! But please do yourself a huge, healthy
favor and don’t make your green “food” of choice be something
like this…
Now, I am all about moderation and enjoying treats here and
there. Variety is part of life. Good wine and chocolate, yes please!
Coffee and fresh pastries, I will take it! Green chemical
concoctions that send your blood sugar into outer space, I’ll
strictly pass!
This little infographic from the Huffington Post should be a HUGE
eye opener to instantly slam on the brakes before hitting the drive
thru. Notice the definitions of the included controversial
ingredients listed on the right hand side.
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The truth is that every time we eat out, we are taking a risk with
our own health. Unless lots of questions are being asked and food
labels are being studied in-depth, we have no idea what is
actually in the food or “food items” that we are consuming in
restaurants, diners, coffee shops, grocery stores, pizza parlors,
delis, etc. across the nation. The good news is that restaurants
are becoming more and more transparent with ingredients and
where their food is sourced. But, it is crucial for our health to
continue to investigate, ask the questions, and read labels when
possible.
Even when we do read those labels, how on earth are we
supposed to know what what the heck sodium benzoate,
phenethyl butyrate and xanthan gum are?
Simple example: Xanthan gum.
Check out your kitchen. How many items contain xanthan gum?
Cookies, yogurt, balsamic vinaigrette, gluten-free crackers,
pretzels, jellies, granola bars…you name it, it’s in there.
So, what is this xanthan gum exactly? A substance with many
industrial uses including a food additive; also called corn sugar
gum. The USDA has asked for the use of xanthan gum as a
necessary ingredient in packaging meat and poultry products. It is
now used to thicken, suspend, stabilize or emulsify water-based
food such as dairy products and salad dressings. Added to
dressings as a “pseudo-plasticizer” to help them pour well, so
they do not to separate like oil and vinegar.
Stabilized = longer shelf life = greater potential revenue for the big
food producers.
Good? Bad? It is all based on your journey and how regimented
you are with your nutrition. Regardless of your choice of green
foods this month, you now know a just little more about xanthan
gum and what is actually in that green “food.”
As far as that smoothie for St. Patrick’s Day, try making your own
and staying out of the drive-thru!
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Lindsey is an influential professional with 14 years of experience in esteemed leadership roles within the wellness industry. She is a devoted mom, wife, and friend with a strong Christian faith who strengths lie in relationship development, balanced living and giving back to her community. She is profoundly knowledgeable in human physiology, nutrition, lifestyle disease, stress management and successful work-life integration.
Lindsey has an innate ability to easily connect with her clients and provide customized programming to achieve established goals. She has built her business based on an exceptional knowledge of interpersonal connections and integrated health solutions for her clients. She has taken her experience and knowledge to the next level to effectively collaborate on marketing solutions for her clients and companies in the wellness industry.
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