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goji berries factsFood Colourings and What You Should Know About Them!
Hi Folks,
OK so I know that I am always encouraging you to make fresh healthy food yourselves, but let�s face it, sometimes there isn�t enough time in the day. I want to talk about things that you will commonly find in your ready made food; what they are, and what they means to your health; this way you can make an informed choice about what to pick up and more importantly what to put down.
So what is an additive? It is something added to your food to make it last longer, taste better, look palatable, make it easier to manufacture, or cheaper to produce. Within the European Union additives are labeled with an E number which means that the additive has been accepted by the European Community. Many of these officially sanctioned products are still banned in some EU countries, and also in Scandinavia, Russia and Australia. If a number appears without an E then it has not been cleared for use by the European Community, but may be used in the UK. In the US a different system is used which includes numbers instead, although the additives are the same. The food and governmental bodies have said for years that the range of additives are safe for human consumption, however, as you can see many countries cannot agree about what is and isn�t safe.
Over the years some additives have been withdrawn due to health scares; 28 food additives (including the infamous Sudan 1) have been banned, mostly because they carry a cancer risk, or contribute to organ damage. 15 of the 28 banned were food colorings. Out of 45 current E-numbered colourings, 23 are banned in one or more countries, and yet available in the UK. A further 21 colourings are recommended to be avoided by the Hyperactive Children�s Support Group, along with 49 other E-numbered food additives (including sweeteners) linked with behavioral problems in children- and also commonly found in children�s foods.
We will start this week with food colourings; these are added to make our food look more interesting and palatable. Often these are added in large amounts to children�s food, as they make the food look more exciting. Unfortunately, many colours are linked to hyperactivity and behavioral problems in children as well as a host of other problems such as eczema and asthma. E Numbers 100-181 are all colours. Often they will be given their number and name, which can make is easier for you to identify them. Some of these are made from natural plant products, for example E162 or Betanin is made from beetroot and has no known side-effects. Being vegetable in origin does not always make an additive safe; E123 (Amaranth) a red colour is derived from a small plant, and is banned in USA, Russia, Austria, Norway and other countries and found in jellies, sweets, cake mixes, and fruit fillings. It is known to provoke asthma, eczema, and hyperactivity, possibly to increase risk of certain cancers, and in animal experiments caused birth defects, and foetal deaths.
Others have names which sound natural but are not, for example E150 or Caramel; the most commonly used group of colours, found in a wide range of foods,; beer, sauces, puddings, sweets, kids food, chocolate, buns. This group comprises E150a, b, c, and d also named, plain caramel, Caustic Sulphite caramel, Ammonia Caramel and Sulphite Ammonia Caramel-( I am not sure I like the sound of �caustic� or �ammonia� in my food). The UK food guide and the Hyperactive Children�s Support Group recommend that these colours are not given to children, but you will find them in many kids� foods and drinks.
Some of the numbers have names which make them sound rather harmless; E155 or Chocolate Brown HT, sounds almost delicious until you discover that this colour, often found in chocolate cake, and chocolate cake mix, is derived from coal tar, is not recommended for consumption by children, and is banned in Australia, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland and the United States. It is thought to cause allergic or intolerance problems, particularly in asthmatics; somehow it doesn�t sound so harmless when you know the details.
Several colours are of animal origin, and vegetarians may wish to avoid them, such as E170 Calcium Carbonate, found in toothpaste, canned fruit, vegetables and wines, which can be sourced from animal bones (or rock minerals), or E120 Cochineal which rather charmingly is made from insects- yummy.
Out of the 45 E numbered colourings, only six have no reported side effects. Many of the side effects are anecdotal, although the sheer number of people reporting them is surely an indication that something is wrong. Many studies have linked colourings to health problems, particularly in children, although the findings are often rejected by the Food Agencies. One British study found that a quarter of toddlers suffered adverse effects after consuming foods containing 3 food colourings. Although these additives have been tested for �safety�, it is curious that many countries still do not think them safe enough to use in their food. The additives have also never been tested for safety in combination with other additives although they are rarely used alone.
Just for fun, here is the low-down on the colours inside a packet of a popular multi-coloured chocolate bean; a favorite children�s treat;
� E110 (sunset Yellow), banned in Norway and widely found in sweets, pies, cakes, sauces, puddings, canned fish, ice cream, jelly, cheese sauce etc; urticaria (hives), runny nose, nasal congestion, allergies, hyperactivity, kidney tumors, chromosomal damage, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, indigestion, increased incidence of tumors in animals.
� E171 Titanium dioxide a white colouring known to pollute waterways, but with no reported effects in humans.
� E104 Quinoline Yellow, can cause dermatitis; banned in USA and Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E124 Ponceau a synthetic red colour derived from coal tar; carcinogenic (cancer-causing) in animals, also can produce bad reactions in asthmatics and people allergic to aspirin; banned in USA & Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E122 Azorubine, Carmoisine a red colour derived from coal tar; can produce bad reactions in asthmatics and people allergic to aspirin; banned in Sweden, USA, Austria and Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E133 Brilliant blue an aluminium or ammonium salt; banned in Belgium, France, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Austria, Norway. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
� E120 Cochineal, a red colour; made from insects; the hyperactive children�s support group recommends that this colour is avoided. It is recommended by several organisations that this colour is avoided by children.
The chances are that when you are buying sweets, cakes- any manner of ready made food, you will be buying products which contain colourings. You may decide that the evidence is unconvincing, or you may decide that it is not worth risking the harmful effects, especially with your family. There is little doubt now that many children are adversely affected by food colourings, and several Local Education Authorities in the UK are attempting to ban food colourings from their school meals and machines. The good news is that you can avoid them by selecting products marked �no artificial colours,� by buying organic products, or by getting the raw ingredients and making things yourselves.
I do hope that this will encourage you to look on the backs of food packaging, and check what lies within. Even if you cannot avoid these nasties all of the time, it may be a good idea to steer clear of them where possible, especially in what you feed to children and teenagers.
For a full list of additives, colourings, sweeteners and flavourings write to:- Hyperactive Children�s Support Group at 71 Whyke Lane, Chichester PO19 7PD or Telephone 01243 551313.
Stay healthy,
Vikki
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Vikki Scovell BA(hons) PG DIP is a fully qualified Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach. She is a qualified Nutrition Adviser and runs successful Community Exercise classes. Vikki is a consultant in Healthy Eating and Exercise initiatives to schools in the independent sector and publishes School and General Healthy Living newsletters.
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how many goji berriesAspartame Side Effects - Are You Sick Or Just Toxic?
Aspartame first arrived with FDA approval in 1981. And today is in many of the foods and drinks you regularly purchase. This chemical sweetener, also sold by the trade names, Nutrisweet and Equal, breaks down into aspartic acid, phenylalanine and methanol. Methanol breaks down further into formaldehyde.
Formaldehyde is found in embalming fluid. Ouch. This chemical is digested by the human body then circulates through the entire body. The byproducts then deposit in the tissues and create an array of symptoms.
The cumulative effects of this chemical has assaulted our health and health care systems. The damage caused by this man made food additive is seen to affect every body system...
Side Effects
-headache
-migraines
-dizziness or poor equilibrium
-change of mood
-slurring of speech
-facial pain
-tremors often severe
-severe sleepiness/drowsiness
-numbness of extremities
-restless legs
-hyperactivity
-abdominal pain and cramps
-change in vision
-decreased vision including blurring, tunnel vision, bright flashes
-decrease in night vision
-pain in eye(s)
-decreased tears
-eyes bulging
-ringing in ears
-intolerance to noise
-diarrhea
-seizures and convulsions
-memory loss
-fatigue
-weakness
-other neurological complaints
-rash
-sleep problems
-hives
-change in heart rate
-itching
-seizures
-numbness, tingling
-local swelling
-change in activity level
-difficulty breathing
-oral sensory changes
-change in menstrual pattern
-severe PMS
-marked weight loss
-gradual weight gain
-frequent urination with or without burning
-increase in being susceptible to infection
-brain damage
-birth defects, mental retardation
-ulcers
-addiction to aspartame
-cravings for sweets (most notably for products with aspartame)
-hyperactivity
-depression
And that's just the symptoms. This chemical can also cause symptoms of some serious diseases...
-Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
-Epstein-Barr
-Lyme Disease
-Alzheimer's
-ALS
-Epilepsy
-MS
-Grave's Disease
-Fibromyalgia
-Lupus
-non-Hodgkins Lymphoma
-ADD
The toxicity of aspartame is the root cause of these problems. So to actually find a disease and identify it, may not happen. You see, with no actual disease process occurring, tests could very well come back negative. The solution is to remove the toxic source and with that the symptoms would subside if not completely vanish.
Children and older adults are the most vulnerable to the effects of any poison. By FDA records, the number one source of aspartame with the most complaints is soda pop. The FDA has classed this chemical as 'generally regarded as safe' or GRAS.
That is not too surprising. After all, saying you were wrong is probably one of the hardest things you have ever done. So, what do you think the chances are that the FDA would say they were in error?
You don't have to worry about the world wide economy or even the food industry when you decide what to eat or feed your family. All you have to concern yourself with is what is best for your family.
Alright, what can you do...
1. Stop consuming Aspartame on an immediate basis.
2. Ban this chemical from your home.
3. You can assist your body to heal by eating organic food whenever possible.4. Additionally, you could take nutritional supplements to aid the healing.
5. Check your child's chewable vitamins to ensure this is not in it.
6. Check your infant's formula. Discard any that has this toxin.
7. Get your health back and be sure to tell others the changes you made.
This additive has demonstrated what a successful ad campaign can do. So, don't be hard on yourself for not knowing these facts. Start fresh from here, taking a sensible approach to change that will put you on track to lifelong health.
Doris Temple created http://mom-going-organic-sensibly.com to fill the need for unbiased information. The Website provides information about organic food, products and healthy nutrition. Find out what is in your food and how to eat healthier.
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22 Favorite Chocolate Quotes for Easter
Some people say that the tradition of giving Easter eggs began with the Chinese, who gave eggs as gifts in the celebration of spring. Regardless of its origin, there is no question that most people prefer chocolate Easter eggs today.
Here are a few of my favorite chocolate quotes that you can use in Easter egreetings, postal greetings and invitations, etc. -- or just to enjoy:
1. "Strength is the capacity to break a chocolate bar into four pieces with your bare hands - and then eat just one of the pieces " ~ Judith Viorst
2. "Biochemically, love is just like eating large amounts of chocolate." ~ John Milton
3."Nine out of ten people like chocolate. The tenth person always lies." ~ John Q. Tullius
4. "Exercise is a dirty word. Every time I hear it I wash my mouth out with chocolate." ~ Charles M. Schultz
5."Forget love... I'd rather fall in chocolate!" ~ Author Unknown
6 "Once in a while I say, 'Go for it' and I eat chocolate." ~ Claudia Schiffer
7. "Chocolate makes everyone smile - even bankers." ~ Chocolatier Benneville Strohecker
8."Caramels are only a fad. Chocolate is a permanent thing." ~ Milton Snavely Hershey
9. "There are two kinds of people in the world. Those who love chocolate, and communists." ~ Leslie Moak Murray in �Murray's Law' comic strip
10. "Any sane person loves chocolate." ~ Writer Bob Greene
11. "Other things are just food. But chocolate's chocolate." ~ Writer Patrick Skene Catling
12. "Stress wouldn't be so hard to take if it were chocolate covered." ~ Anonymous
13. "Chocolate is cheaper than therapy and you don't need an appointment." ~ Anonymous
14. "Chocolate: Here today...Gone today!" ~ Anonymous
15. "Chocolate is nature's way of making up for Mondays." ~ Anonymous
16. "There's more to life than chocolate, but not right now." ~ Anonymous
17. "If you are not feeling well, if you have not slept, chocolate will revive you. But you have no chocolate! I think of that again and again! My dear, how will you ever manage?" ~ Marquise de S�vign� (French writer and lady of fashion)
18. "Chocolate: the poor mans' champagne." ~ Daniel Worona
19. "The greatest tragedies were written by the Greek Sophocles and English Shakespeare. Neither knew chocolate." ~ Sandra Boynton
20. "Life without chocolate is life lacking something important." ~ Writers Marcia Colman Morton & Frederic Morton
21. "Nothing is more romantic than chocolate." ~ Ted, Queer Eye For The Straight Guy
22. "My therapist told me the way to achieve true inner peace is to finish what I start. So far I've finished two bags of M&M's and a chocolate cake. I feel better already." ~ Dave Barry
I hope these chocolate quotes made you smile. Happy Easter!
For 'Top 10' Lists of our very favorite chocolate quotes, check out Famous-Quotes-And-Quotations.com, a website that specializes in 'Top 10' lists of quotations in dozens of categories.
Best Juicer For Juicing
Now with the benefits of juicing becoming extremely popular the world over, a juice bar is becoming a much needed and compulsory accessory in kitchens worldwide. One of the most basic and essential parts of a juice bar is the juicer. How can you start juicing without a good juicer? Well, if you are planning to take the plunge and buy yourself a juicer, there are chances that you will be very confused when you reach the supermarket. There are a plethora of options when it comes to juicers. From citrus juicers to wheatgrass ones and centrifugal juicers to triturating juicers, there are a lot of options in juicers. It is essential that you have some knowledge about these things to help you get the one that is best suited for your interests.
Various Types Of Juicers
There are three basic types of juicers based on the type of fruit that can be juiced in them. They are citrus juicers, wheatgrass juicers, and multi-purpose juicers. Citrus juicers are made primarily for juicing citrus fruits like oranges, limes, and pomegranate. There are electrical as well as manual citrus juicers available. They have parts made of plastic or stainless steel. The functioning of the juicer may also vary along with the price. Higher priced ones will allow you to control the pulp level. You can thus choose if you want a more dilute watery juice or a thicker pulpy one. The quantity of juice that you can extract from the juice while juicing may also vary with the quality of the juicer.
Wheatgrass juicers are best for juicing sprouts, green leafy vegetables and, of course, wheatgrass. They can also be electric or manual and have parts made of plastic or stainless steel once again. Please be aware that you can only juice the softer fruits like grapes, blueberries in them. The last variety of juicers based on the type of fruit is the multi-purpose juicer. As the name suggests, these are powerful and multipurpose. You can juice almost anything from citrus to wheatgrass in them. They can even take the skin, seeds and stem of some fruits and vegetables. So if you wish to make some juicy sorbet, the multipurpose ones might be the best ones for you. They have a dual-action cone which makes sure that the maximum amount of juice is extracted from the fruits.
These have most parts made of stainless steel, and the blades are much stronger than wheatgrass juicers. If you are a juicer who likes to experiment with juicing, then the multipurpose one might be the best one for you. It might be slightly higher priced than normal ones as well. So go out there and get the best juicer for yourself now.
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