The book shows you how to tell the difference between the additives you need in food and wine and those you don't (after all, by no means the majority of additives are bad for you). • when preservatives, colorings and flavorings have a place in our food • GM foods - which issues should cause concern • Additives in unexpected places - even in a glass of wine • facts on pesticides, fertilizers, antibiotics and growth hormones

60 is a story about the author Charles Caprarella finding almost magical results by completing a 60-day modified juice fast. Each day, as his friend Eric is dying of cancer, Charles shares his powerful thoughts about many subjects, mainly the impact that food addiction has on the quality of life lived. Charles has been influenced by many books, movies, documentaries, experiences and encounters with insightful people over many years. This little book...

The evidence is clear, a whole foods diet nourishes, protects, and satisfies the human body. It provides intact nutrients, fiber, antioxidants, and phytochemicals essential for optimal health. But there's more to this optimal eating lifestyle than meets the eye. A Closer Look at Antinutrients in Food lets the reader discover how whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, and vegetables are also capable of wreaking havoc in the human body. Discover what antinutrients...

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Are consumers entitled to full disclosure about what is in their food? Many countries, including key U.S. trading partners in Europe and Asia, have adopted mandatory labeling laws for genetically modified crops such as corn and soybeans. Policymakers in the United States are under pressure from activist groups to adopt similar laws, and some public opinion polls suggest that 90 percent of Americans support mandatory GM labeling. But does GM labeling...

El decálogo que presenta los suplementos nutricionales que a partir de los cuarenta años ayudan a mejorar nuestras capacidades físicas, intelectuales, sexuales y anímicas.

Looking for a fast and easy way to boost your health? Go green! Green smoothies are flavorful drinks packed with disease-fighting vitamins and antioxidants. With The Green Smoothie Recipe Book you'll be able to improve the way you look and feel by replacing unhealthy high-calorie foods with nutrient-packed green smoothies. Just by adding a regular green smoothie to your diet, you'll be able to lose weight, fight disease, and increase your energy....

Could how you feel be linked to your last meal? You bet! Nutritionist Maccaro empowers you to fight back against stress, depression, anxiety, anger, and addiction by replenishing your body with foods and supplements that enhance your mood. Learn how to stock your kitchen with brain-balancers, hormone-helpers, stress-busters, sleep-enhancers, energy-boosters, and more!

¿Por qué si tiene envase de yogur, apariencia de yogur y sabe a yogur en la etiqueta dice "bebida láctea"? ¿Es lo mismo una hamburguesa que un medallón de carne? ¿La mayonesa light es baja en calorías? ¿Si la mermelada "no contiene azúcares agregados", es dietética? ¿Cuánto entra en una porción? Lo cierto es que toda la información para responder a estas preguntas está a la vista: en las etiquetas de los alimentos. Sin embargo, muchas...

This handy pick-up guide to cholesterol is unique, including listings of cholesterol counts for thousands of everyday food stuffs. Gem Cholesterol Counter is the easy way to monitor your cholesterol. With a clear introductory section on what cholesterol actually is and how you can lower it, followed by fat and cholesterol counts for all common foods, this is an indispensable pocket-sized guide. Interspersed with interesting factoids this book dispels...