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The Seven Deadly Fallacies of The Western DietThe quest for superior nutrition has never been easy. Historically, it has demanded a deft combination of art and instinct, whether it is a skill of the hunter/gardener, or the wisdom of the cook. Today we need the education to discern the very slick marketing spins with words like, “Natural, Nutritious, Enriched, Cage Free, etc., with what is truly whole foods, natural and nutritious. Most ‘food’ items using these words come in boxes or packages which is certainly convenient, but this convenience comes with a price: the loss of fundamental skills and understanding on how to nourish our family and ourselves. The devastating result of adopting conveniences without preserving the goal of superior nutrition can be seen in the following list of marketing falsehoods: 1. Chlorinated and fluoridated water is safe to drink 2. Grains that are processed, refined and fortified with a few synthetic vitamins build a strong body. 3. Animal and dairy fats are dangerous to your heart and vascular system, BUT synthetic fat such as hydrogenated oil, and oleo products such as margarine, are healthful. 4. Refined sugar is a food. 5. Pasteurized dairy is a nutritious source of minerals, vitamins and protein. 6. Vegetables and fruits grown on chemically treated soil are safe and healthy to eat. 7. Animals raised in feed lots and supplemented with hormones and antibiotics are a safe, healthy food source. |
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