February 9, 2006

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  On a further note…
  THE 10 ABSOLUTE WORSE FOODS YOU CAN EAT

  Hydrogenated fats

  These are mostly man-made fats
  that are used in bakery items and stick margarine. Studies show that it
  isn’t so much how much fat there is in your diet that causes problems,
  as what kind of fat, and hydrogenated fats are the worst. Avoid buying
  cookies, crackers, baked goods or anything else that has hydrogenated
  oil on the ingredient list. Fortunately, the FDA now requires that food
  manufactures identify the amount of hydrogenated fats in their
  products—look for trans fats on the nutrition panel.

  Olestra

  Olestra
  is a fake fat, used to make non-fat potato chips and other snacks.
  You’d think, with all the bad rap fat has gotten, a non-fat fat would
  be great. But Olestra has been shown to bind with fat-soluble vitamins
  A, E, D and K and carotenoids—substances thought to keep the immune
  system healthy and prevent some cancers—and to eliminate them from your
  system. Proctor and Gamble, the company that produces olestra, has
  acknowledged the problem with vitamins A, E, D and K and is now
  fortifying it with them.

  Olestra has also
  caused digestive upset in some people, especially when they eat a lot
  of it. Often, it’s not just fat in the potato chips that causes
  problems for people; it’s the fact that they are displacing healthier
  foods, such as fruit, so Olestra can just perpetuate an unhealthy
  habit.

  Nitrates

  Many
  foods, especially cured meats such as bacon and hot dogs, use nitrates
  to preserve color and maintain microbial safety. Nitrate is harmless,
  but it can convert to nitrite, which can form nitrosamines, a
  powerful cancer-causing chemical, in your body. Whenever possible, look
  for nitrate-free preserved meats. When you do eat foods containing
  nitrates, have a glass of orange juice at the same time (for instance,
  orange juice with your morning bacon). Vitamin C is known to inhibit
  the conversion to nitrosamines in your stomach.

  Alcohol

  This
  one item has created more problems than all the rest put together. Of
  course, it is possible to consume alcohol wisely and safely and enjoy
  it immensely, such as a fine glass of wine with a delicious dinner. But
  even if you exercise caution in no other area of your diet, this is the
  area where you should.

  Raw oysters

  Raw
  oysters can carry deadly bacteria that can cause severe illness or
  death. Because it is strictly “buyer beware” when buying them, you take
  a big risk every time you do. To date, no government or independent
  body inspects seafood for safety or will guarantee its quality. Oysters
  are a nutritious food, and are great to include in your diet, but if
  you do, cook them first!

  Saturated animal fats

  That means fatty meats, especially beef and pork, or the skin on poultry. It also includes full-fat dairy products
  such as cheese, milk and cream. Fatty meat and dairy products do have
  some contributions to make to a diet, but none that can’t be found
  elsewhere.

  Soda

  Drinking soda is a poor way to get fluids. They are full of sugar or artificial sweeteners
  and often contain caffeine, artificial colors and flavors. Substitute
  homemade soda by mixing sparkling water with fresh, 100 percent juice.

  Low-acid home-canned foods

  Home
  canning can be dangerous for foods low in acid such as green beans,
  carrots or other garden vegetables. The potential of botulism is high
  because home canners often do not reach the temperatures and pressures
  necessary to kill the botulism spores that may contaminate the food.
  Low-acid home-canned foods are one of the main causes of food poisoning.

  High-fat snacks, chips

  Even
  if they are made with vegetable oil, they should be minimized. The
  balance of fat in our diets has shifted too far to the omega-6 variety,
  found in most processed vegetable oils. It is thought that too many of
  these fats may be leading to certain chronic diseases. Instead, focus
  on fruits and non-fat whole grains for snacking.

  Liquid meals

  They
  aren’t inherently bad for you, but they do keep you from eating whole,
  natural foods that contain more nutrients and fiber and
  disease-fighting phytochemicals. They may be okay for people who are
  too sick to eat, but don’t let them displace the real foods in your
  diet.

  You wont find me eating any of this crap but there is an exception for one of them

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