On this episode of RV Healthy, we learn the 5 “BAD” ingredients to look for!

BAD Ingredients

MSG

• What is it?
• A flavor enhancer.
• Why is it bad?
• Headaches, nausea, chest pain, weight gain.
• Alternative
• Additional vegetables, nuts or seasoning without MSG.

ASPARTAME

• What is it?
• Sweetener Substitute
• Why is it bad?
• Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, Certain Caners, Psychological Disorders, Hinders Weight Loss, Birth Defects, Brain Damage, Vision Problems
• Alternative
• Stevia, Honey, Maple Syrup (with no added sugar)

HFCS

• What is it?
• Another Sweetener
• Why is it bad?
• Weight Gain, Type 2 Diabetes, High Triglycerides, Increased Body Fat (abdominal)
• Alternative
• Honey, Molasses, Maple Sugar (unprocessed), Raw Sugar

ARTIFICIAL FOOD COLORING

• What is it?
• Color additive to produce the color of the food you want.
• Why is it bad?
• Allergic reactions, Hyperactivity in Children, Certain Cancers, Brain Damage.
• Alternative
• Beet Juice, Pureed Vegetables, Fruit (Raspberries, Strawberries, Blueberries, Peaches, etc.) Orange Juice, Sweet Potatoes.

BHA & BHT

• What is it?
• Fat Preserver
• Why is it bad?
• Hyperactivity in children, Certain Cancers, Carcinogenic, Behavior Changes
• Alternative
• Avoid Foods with these ingredients such as dehydrated foods, cereals, baked goods, processed meats and even in our pets food.
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