Today I learned of yet another way we have the ability to adulterate produce. We can de-fuzz peaches. I’m not talking about washing off a fresh peach and then gently drying it off with a cloth, during which some of the ‘fuzz’ might come off. Nope, I’m talking about either mechanically assaulting, chemically treating, […]
Read More ›“I generally stay away from all nuts (as I know they are pretty high in omega-6 fatty acids) and I was wondering what your thoughts on chia and hemp seeds were? I love snacking on hemp seeds as they have a much better ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 than any nut and even avocados or […]
Read More ›A pinch here or there may not be, especially for athletes who are sweating out their precious electrolytes. But what about the average (sedentary) Joe who’s trying his best to go Paleo, and thinking it’s not such a big deal, because he’s got normal blood pressure? All systems go? Not quite. Excessive sodium in the […]
Read More ›Not really. Another reason to buy local and organic, rather than remote and conventional is to avoid eating wax. From a manufacturing point of view, where cost is of utmost importance, preserving a food for as long as possible to reduce lost would be a top priority. If wax is applied to foods, […]
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