What do bread, pastries, and baked goods have in common with cancer, thyroid disease, kidney damage, gut irritation, and reproductive abnormalities? Potassium Bromate This common ingredient can be found in a host of processed baked goods lining our grocery store shelves. Before we get into the possible risks and side effects of potassium bromate, let’s … Read more
If you’ve eaten many processed foods or candy, then you have most likely had Red Dye 40. Red Dye 40, also known as Allura Red AC, is a synthetic color additive made from petroleum. It is found in many processed foods as a coloring for candies, sauces, dressings, beverages, icings, jellies, spices, gelatin products, baked … Read more
Spirulina is one ingredient I use almost daily. And while it may be unknown to many, its health benefits are certainly abundant. Before we get into all the benefits of this underrated supplement, let’s take a look at what spirulina is exactly. What is Spirulina? Spirulina is a blue-green algae and is a type of … Read more