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Was about to celebrate having Silk Almond Milk in local supermarkets until I read about carrageenan

…one of the ingredients I saw listed on the Silk Almond Milk carton. SILK!!! Why must you ruin a perfectly wholesome beverage with this unnecessary, carcinogenic filler ingredient?!

Carrageenan, a common but dangerous ingredient
Carrageenan linked to tumors
Stomachache linked to carrageenan

I’ve seen this ingredient listed on other dairy products such as ice cream, it’s fairly common, so read read read ingredients labels! And, apparently some Silk almond milk varieties DON’T have carrageenan— maybe it depends on the flavor or production date.

In the meantime, we can continue buying wholesome carrageenan-free almond milk from the owner of Bizu, they have a stall at the Saturday morning Salcedo market. I’d love to make my own almond milk too but almonds are so expensive here.

And of course, carabao or water buffalo (kalabaw) milk is still a great local alternative to cow milk.

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Choosing to forgive is like choosing to diet. It’s not a one-time decision. It’s a decision that has to be made every day. It’s challenging because revenge, like junk food, can be so delicious. You lose on some days. It’s okay. Keep trying and making that conscious choice to change. It takes time but it’s worth it.
Feanne

Maybe instead of buying more clothes and accessories, I’ll eat, exercise, and rest properly so that my body will look great in whatever I wear + I’ll be healthy!

This will be my second year of “Buy Nothing Christmas” :)

Big Food Exerts Unhealthy Influence on America’s Nutritionists

nutritionista:

THIS is why I can’t take RDs seriously (among other reasons).

thehonestpalate:

There are some things that make me shake with anger.  A few:

  • People on the subway who play music without headphones.
  • Line cutters.
  • All of the Twilight books, movies, merchandise and fandom.
  • Health and government professionals who tell lies for their own personal benefit.

The last one on the list is unforgivable, and unfortunately it happens constantly.  This article, Big Food Exerts Unhealthy Influence on America’s Nutritionists, which I read on Grist.org, discusses a problem that I sometimes briefly forget is all too prevalent in the nutrition industry.  

The processed food industry is trying to woo dietitians into promoting products that are usually labeled as “unhealthy” or “snack food.”  With endorsement from a nutritionist or dietitian, these products receive credibility from a professional who’s job it is to tell the public what and how to eat right.  The nutrition field is already rife with conflicting views, lies, and unclear data, and it’s only discredited further when dietitians partner with Big Food companies who’s goal is not public health, but to make a buck.  

Often, food companies sponsor events for the American Dietetic Association, and other industry groups, providing housing, event space and food for free - an attractive option for groups lacking funds.  But now these conferences are packed with booths for companies like Yum! Brands, Pepsico, General Mills, McDonalds, etc, and they are seriously influencing the people who matter.  

A recent conference held a panel titled A Fresh Look at Processed Foods, which was attended by hundreds of RDs and health professionals.  One panelist, Lindsey Loving of the International Food Information Council, announced to the audience that processed foods, “represent sources of important nutrients for consumers and should be eaten along with fresh fruits and veggies.”

How could a trained RD take this seriously?  Impossible, right?  Wrong.  Unfortunately RDs and nutritionists can be bought, if not with a paycheck, then with fancy hotel rooms at conferences, free flights, gift baskets, and further recognition.  I often find that dietitians partner with brands to make themselves more visible, giving them the opportunity to attend events, meet professionals and test new products.  The dietitian’s customer base grows and the food company gets acknowledged by a trusted and trained professional.  The cycle continues… 

Dietitians and nutritionists who work with brands are breaking a code of ethics that is crucial to performing their job successfully and credibly.  They are damaging the profession’s reputation and harming consumers, just to get ahead.  If a dietitian wanted to make personal gains without any regard for the public, they probably should have gone into finance instead.  Please leave the task of bettering the health of our nation to those who actually want to make a difference.

(Reblogged from yourhealthista)

WHY aren’t we being taught about healthy eating in school?

Just finished Peak 8 exercise (jump rope)!

It’s really difficult to eat healthy in this house! I try to compromise by cheating on weekends, and trying my best to stick to seafood-malunggay soup on weekdays.

Just finished Peak 8 exercise (jump rope)!

Exercise— among the best remedial or preventive treatments against period pains. :)

Remember: Sweat is just fat crying!

goks asked: how do break your jump rope?

It just broke while I was using it. Huuuuuuu T_T

Just finished Peak 8 exercise (belly dancing)!

Because I broke my new jump rope today :( that’s the 4th one. I am the jump rope serial killer.