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Junk Food is NOT Food, It is\nJunk<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marketing\ncan be a powerful tool. How so? Well, just think about it. Because of\nmarketing, the masses can be fooled into believing things are good for you that\nare really not, setting the stage for pharmaceutical companies to come in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This\nis how the processed\/ junk food industry operates. By using persuasive marketing\nstrategies, they can convince millions to purchase their goods, which are far\nfrom being good for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At\ntheir core, they are anti-natural being so highly processed that the ingredients\nthey originally come from are no more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The\nfact is, Junk food is NOT FOOD, it is just junk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\nare more reasons why junk and processed foods should be considered anti-natural:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Are Loaded With Sodium<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Much of the sodium we consume on a daily basis does not come from real whole food, but rather the processed foods that we consume every day. There are so many foods that contain excessive sodium that you are unlikely to realize it. For example, maybe you don\u2019t have a natural taste liking for such \u201csalty foods\u201d, but love sweet. That soda you may be consuming is also loaded with a sodium derivative, even though you can\u2019t taste it. Such are the hidden dangers of processed food. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While it’s important to watch where your sodium comes from, LC Foods would like to note that sodium itself isn’t bad. In fact, on a low carb diet you may need to find more natural ways to boost your sodium levels like with bone broth. If you experience headaches or “keto flu” symptoms when starting your diet this may be a sign you need increase your sodium intake as a lack of sodium and water can be the causes of these symptoms. Read more here.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Are Made Heavily Of\nSimple Sugars<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou rely on processed foods for \u201cnourishment\u201d, you aren\u2019t really getting that.\nYou may notice that while using junk for sustenance, you are more frequently\nconstipated, which is due to lack of complex carbs and fiber. Simple carbohydrates\njust enter the blood stream and are speedily absorbed, disrupting blood sugar\nlevels in the process. Natural foods consist of more complex, low GI carbs, and\nhave fiber to help promote digestive health and regularity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Processed Foods Contain\nArtificial Fats<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If\nyou think all fats are bad, you are dead wrong. In fact, natural fats are ALL\ngood for us, and even essential. The ones that have been given all the bad rap\nare mainly Trans fats, a modified variety of an oil that allows it to remain\nsolid at room temperature. Oils are usually liquid at room temperature. This\nkind of fat is highly pro-inflammatory, meaning that it promotes scenarios\nleading to increased inflammatory processes once consumed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inflammation\nspeeds up aging, and contributes to many of our chronic disease, such as high\nblood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Many Processed Foods Contain\nAnti-Nutrients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Did\nyou know that white potato is considered an anti-nutrient? Yes, white potato is\nknown as an anti-nutrient, in the sense that it inhibits absorption of other nutrients,\nbringing down the nutritional value of the entire meal. And guess what? White\npotatoes are a favorite inclusion in processed food. White potato is cheap, and\narguably tastier than sweet potatoes, making them perfect to increase profits\nof big brand junk food companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Preservatives And Additives Found\nIn Junk\/ Fast Food Is Killing You<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No\nfood is meant to be kept for months without spoilage, or rancidity occurring,\nso why can processed foods be kept? You can thank additives and preservatives,\nwhich are basically chemicals that artificially extend the life of foods. Are\nthey helpful? Sometimes, definitely. But more often than not, they are a hazard\nto your health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even\nthough many are \u201csafe\u201d in very, very low concentrations and approved for human consumption\nby the FDA, they are frequently used in amounts far exceeding their safe limit,\nand consumed much more often than occasionally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While\nwe can\u2019t fully blame the FDA for approving these chemicals, we each need to use\ncommon sense and realize they\u2019re not to be consumed as frequently as we\u2019ve all\nbecome accustomed to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Processed\nfoods are the furthest thing from natural regardless of what the claim. Let\u2019s\nnot forget many are GMO produced, which raise another set of ethical questions\nwhen it comes to consumption. The verdict is clear, eat whole foods, closest to\nits original source.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

** LC Foods wants to remind you to always seek the advice of\nyour physician<\/strong> or other qualified health provider with any questions\nyou may have regarding a medical<\/strong> condition or lifestyle change. Never disregard\nprofessional medical<\/strong> advice or delay in seeking it because of something you\nhave read on this Website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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