February 2012
19 posts
Realfoodology: Big Food Must Go: Why We Need to... →
realfoodology:
This is not a problem we can solve by going vegetarian or vegan, or buying organic and fair trade.
Editor’s note: Find Christopher D. Cook’s book, Diet for a Dead Planet: Big Business and the Coming Food Crisis, here.
It is no longer news that a few powerful corporations have literally occupied the vast majority of human sustenance. The situation is perilous: nearly...
Realfoodology: FIVE WORDS RUINED BY THE FOOD... →
realfoodology:
There’s not much “Natural” about Aunt Jemima Syrup
When it comes to food labels and marketing, odds are good that true meaning is the opposite of the intended. Next time you see any of these words used on a label or in an advertisement, think of them as a red flag and consider your choice carefully.
1. “Natural”
The term “Natural” is essentially unregulated and therefore...
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gonzochicago asked: how did you become so wonderful?
Realfoodology: GMO's →
realfoodology:
What does GMO stand for? Genetically Modified Food.
As of right now they are not legally forced to state when a food contains GMOs. The only time you can really know if a food is free of GMO’s is if it says on the label ‘CONTAINS NO GMOs’. Otherwise it is safe to assume the food you are…
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23 Ways to Eat Clean →
lovethepain:
You may think this information is obvious, but a LOT of people are still confused as to what eating clean is. Theres some stuff on this list that even I was like WHAT?!
I hope this clears up any confusion <3
1. Apples
1st Choice (Natural State): Apple
2nd Choice (Somewhat Processed): Applesauce
Limit (Highly Processed): Apple toaster pastry
Shopping Tip: While applesauce...
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