Samir Adams Ghosh
Hidden Plastics in Our Food: Key Insights from Consumer Reports
Investigative Article from Consumer Reports
Source: Consumer Reports
Recent findings from Consumer Reports highlight a hidden health risk many of us may not realize we’re consuming: plastic chemicals in our daily meals. These chemicals—commonly found in packaging materials such as phthalates, PFAS, and bisphenols—have the potential to migrate into our foods […]
Impact of Childhood Nutrition on Health and Learning
Childhood Nutrition and Health: Key Statistics
Cancer Causing Foods
| Category | Examples | Potential Risks | Risky Ingredients | Confidence in Causal Relationship | Sensitivity | Danger (Cancer Type) | Risk Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processed Meats | Bacon, Sausages, Hot Dogs | Colorectal and stomach cancer due to nitrates/nitrites. | Nitrates/Nitrites | High | Medium | High (Colorectal, Stomach) | 1 |
| Alcohol | Beer, wine, spirits | Linked to breast, liver, colorectal, esophageal cancers. | Ethanol | High | Medium | High (Liver, Esophageal) | 2 |
| Charred or Smoked Foods | BBQ meats, smoked fish, grilled steaks | Can form PAHs and HCAs linked to various cancers. | PAHs, HCAs | Medium | High | Medium (Varied) | 3 |
| Fried Foods | French fries, potato chips | Acrylamide, a probable human carcinogen. | Acrylamide | Medium | High | Medium (Varied) | 4 |
| Red Meats | Beef, Pork, Lamb | High consumption linked to colorectal cancer. | Heme Iron | Medium | Low | High (Colorectal) | 5 |
| Salt-Preserved Foods | Pickled vegetables, salted fish | Associated with stomach cancer. | High Salt Content | Medium | Medium | Medium (Stomach) | 6 |
| Highly Processed Foods | Snack foods, ready-to-eat meals | Contains additives and preservatives linked to cancer. | Trans Fats, Preservatives | Low | Medium | Medium (Varied) | 7 |
| High-Sugar Foods | Sugary drinks, candies, pastries | Can lead to obesity, increasing […] |
Summary of Poisons in Your Pantry by Suzanne Roth-Paul
“Poisons in Your Pantry” by Suzanne Roth-Paul is a health and wellness book that explores the hidden dangers of everyday food items found in most households. The book aims to educate readers about the potentially harmful substances present in common foods and ingredients that are often considered safe.
Key Points
- Hidden Dangers: The book highlights various food additives, preservatives, and chemicals that are commonly used in processed foods. These substances, while approved for use in food products, may have adverse health effects when consumed over time.
- Health Risks: Roth-Paul discusses the long-term health risks associated with these “poisons,” including chronic diseases […]
The article from Medical Daily discusses a study linking adolescent obesity to early chronic kidney disease. Here are the key points:
- Obesity in adolescence is associated with an increased risk of developing early chronic kidney disease before the age of 30.
- The study was conducted on 593,660 Israeli adolescents, with findings showing that severe obesity poses the highest risk, but even mild obesity and high-normal BMI contribute significantly.
- The risk of chronic kidney disease was observed even in seemingly healthy teens with high-normal BMI.
- The study emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy BMI during adolescence to manage the risk […]
Athletic Greens AG1 vs Vegetable Smoothie
Ever wonder how AG1 nutritionally compares with a simple veggie smoothie of spinach, broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, avocado, tomatoes? Me too, so I asked ChatGPT for a comparison:
| Nutrient/Health Benefit | AG1 by Athletic Greens (Per Serving) | Veggie Smoothie (Average Estimate) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | High (exact amount varies) | High (from carrots, spinach) |
| Vitamin C | High (exact amount varies) | Very High (from bell peppers, tomatoes) |
| Vitamin E | Present | Moderate (from spinach, avocado) |
| Vitamin K | High (exact amount varies) | Very High (from spinach, broccoli) |
| B-Vitamins | Broad Spectrum (B1, B2, B3, B6, B12) | Varies (depends on individual ingredients) |
| Calcium | Present | Moderate (from spinach, broccoli) |
| Iron | Present | High (from spinach, broccoli) |
| Magnesium | Present | Moderate (from spinach, avocado) |
| Potassium | Present | High (from avocado, spinach, tomatoes) |
| Fiber | Present | High (from all veggies, especially avocado) |
| Protein | Present | Moderate (mainly from spinach, broccoli) |
| Omega-3 […] |