What food coloring should you avoid?

Commonly used food dyes, such as Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Red 40, pose risks including behavioral problems and hyperactivity in some children. Some dyes also pose a risk of cancer (like Red 3) and allergic reactions (like Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 1).

cspinet.org - Ingredients of Concern | Center for Science in the Public Interest

Do you have to refrigerate mayo?

Mayonnaise: You may buy mayonnaise off a non-refrigerated shelf, but the second you open it, you must keep it in the refrigerator. In fact, the...

Last updated Oct 3, 2022

What can I eat before bed for weight loss?

What to eat if you're hungry before bed and don't want to gain weight A small bowl of plain yogurt topped with berries. A low-fat, sugar-free...

Last updated Nov 29, 2018

Purple weed obliterates 72lbs of flab

The main ingredient for a potent powdered supplement, based on the diets of among the healthiest, longest-living hamlet in the world.

Learn More »

Promotion

With a few exceptions, most sweeteners and the naturally occurring sugars in fruit break down into roughly half fructose and half glucose in the body. The natural sugar in milk (lactose) breaks down into half glucose and half galactose. Don’t worry so much about the naturally occurring sugar in fruit, milk, and plain yogurt, but avoid sugary drinks and limit fruit juice to no more than one cup a day. Limit yourself to 6 teaspoons a day of added sugars if you’re a woman and 9 teaspoons if you’re a man. Most children and adolescent girls should consume less than 5 teaspoons, and adolescent boys less than 9 teaspoons, of added sugars per day. No matter what your age, you would exceed those limits by drinking just one 20-ounce soft drink, which contains 15 or more teaspoons of added sugars.

Salt

Sodium chloride, or salt, is perhaps the deadliest ingredient in the food supply. While a small amount of sodium is necessary for health, the amount in a typical diet these days is enough to cause high blood pressure, or hypertension. If you’re looking to reduce your sodium intake, don’t look to the salt shaker for most of your reduction: About three-quarters of the sodium we consume comes in packaged and restaurant foods.

Artificial Sweeteners

Aspartame tops our list of sugar substitutes to avoid, because it caused cancer in three independent studies using laboratory rats and mice. CSPI also recommends that consumers avoid acesulfame potassium, saccharin, and sucralose. Several natural, high-potency sweeteners are increasingly common, like stevia leaf extract (which CSPI ranks as safe) and monk fruit extract (which CSPI says warrants caution). See Chemical Cuisine for more. The only drug that is present naturally or added to widely consumed foods, caffeine is mildly addictive, one possible reason that makers of soft drinks add it to their products. Many coffee drinkers experience withdrawal symptoms, such as headaches, irritability, sleepiness, and lethargy, when they stop drinking coffee. Learn more about the caffeine content in brand name coffee, teas, sodas, energy drinks, and other foods (including some surprising ones). Read more. Commonly used food dyes, such as Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and Red 40, pose risks including behavioral problems and hyperactivity in some children. Some dyes also pose a risk of cancer (like Red 3) and allergic reactions (like Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 1). CSPI recommends that consumers avoid dyed foods and is pressing the Food and Drug Administration to remove them from the food supply, or at least require a warning label on dyed foods. Read more.

Quorn

It’s a good idea to eat less meat, but be careful when it comes to the chicken or beef substitute that goes by the brand name Quorn. Made from a single-celled fungus—a mold, actually—that’s grown in giant vats, Quorn’s “mycoprotein” causes adverse reactions in some consumers. Those reactions range from vomiting and diarrhea to hives, difficulty breathing, and anaphylactic shock. Read more.

Calories in Alcohol

What’s the damage to your waistline from alcohol? It can be a guessing game. Labels for most beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages aren’t required to list calories… or even ingredients. Find out the calorie content of your favorite stouts, ciders, ales, and other alcoholic beverages. Read more.

What are the disadvantages of Cetaphil?

Most emollients can be used safely and effectively with no side effects. However, burning, stinging, redness, or irritation may occur. If any of...

Last updated May 13, 2022

What food opens arteries?

A healthy diet rich in nutrient-dense foods may help reduce your risk of developing clogged arteries. Research has shown that adding foods like...

Last updated Aug 25, 2020

Purple weed obliterates 72lbs of flab

The main ingredient for a potent powdered supplement, based on the diets of among the healthiest, longest-living hamlet in the world.

Learn More »

Promotion

Which country eats the best?

Italy. #1 in Has great food. #14 in Best Countries Overall. ... Mexico. #2 in Has great food. #33 in Best Countries Overall. ... Spain. #3 in Has great food. #16 in Best Countries Overall. ... Greece. #4 in Has great food. ... Thailand. #5 in Has great food. ... France. #6 in Has great food. ... Turkey. #7 in Has great food. ... India. #8 in Has great food. More items...

usnews.com - These Countries Have Great Food | U.S. News

Bordered by the Pacific Ocean on its West and the Gulf of Mexico to its East, Mexico is the third-largest country in Latin America and has the second-largest economy. The nation is one of contrasts, with terrain encompassing arid lands and Caribbean coastlines and a society that has extremes of wealth and poverty. Once home of the Maya, Aztec and other ancient civilizations, Mexico was ruled by Spain starting in the early 16th century. Administered by Spain for three centuries, the country achieved independence early in the 19th century, first as a short-lived empire and then as a republic in 1824.

What juice is good for bedtime?

1. Cherry juice They're not only known for making a great pie filling but also a number of health benefits, including improved sleep quality ( 3 ,...

Last updated Feb 13, 2021

How to make a fat burning drink?

Given below are a list of the drinks that make you lose weight, along with recipes to prepare them. Apple Cider Vinegar with Berries and Lemon....

Last updated Jan 17, 2018

Weird “juice ritual” removes 65lbs in weeks

This effective juice jolts the metabolism, boosts energy and burns fat all day.

Learn More »

Promotion

Which nuts are best for kidneys?

Here are examples of nuts and seeds that we can consider in a kidney-friendly diet: Macadamia Nuts. Macadamia Nuts are lower in phosphorus than...

Last updated Oct 4, 2020

Common yard weed melts 60lbs of fat?

Made into a potent powdered supplement blended right into water or your favorite beverage to be appreciated as a scrumptious morning smoothy.

Learn More »

Promotion

How do I make my weak kidneys stronger?

What can I do to keep my kidneys healthy? Make healthy food choices. ... Make physical activity part of your routine. ... Aim for a healthy weight....

Last updated Mar 15, 2021