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More protein doesn’t cancel out a low diet quality. Unfortunately, the “protein maxxing” trend has convinced a lot of people that it’s fine to eat ultra-processed foods as long as they’re “high protein.” But protein bars, shakes, and snacks with a long ingredient list are still processed food. If... show more

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This is how I encourage elderly people to eat high protein foods. With just putting them on high protein foods we see change in quality of their life. Our elder deserve nutrient dense foods. Eggs,paneer,meat,legumes rich diet. Strictly lowering rice,stopping wheat helping her.

This is how I encourage elderly people to eat high protein foods. With just putting them on high protein foods we see change in quality of their life. Our elder deserve nutrient dense foods. Eggs,paneer,meat,legumes rich diet. Strictly lowering rice,stopping wheat helping her.

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What kids eat for breakfast will have a massive impact on the rest of their day If kids are fed sugary, processed foods, they will struggle with focus, behaviour & over-eating If kids are fed real foods with protein & healthy fats, They will have more energy, better focus & more control over their behaviour. By cutting out "foods" like cereal, bagels, pancakes... And feeding kids real foods like eggs, yogurt, avocado... Kids will be far better equipped to have success in school, social interactions & activities.

What kids eat for breakfast will have a massive impact on the rest of their day If kids are fed sugary, processed foods, they will struggle with focus, behaviour & over-eating If kids are fed real foods with protein & healthy fats, They will have more energy, better focus & more control over their behaviour. By cutting out "foods" like cereal, bagels, pancakes... And feeding kids real foods like eggs, yogurt, avocado... Kids will be far better equipped to have success in school, social interactions & activities.

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🚨 BREAKING: In an amazing development, the Trump administration is more than DOUBLING the amount of healthy food options covered under SNAP benefits at stores nationwide, and closing a loophole that lets "snack foods" replace whole foods. "For the SNAP, the families that participate in SNAP from around the country, that now if you are a retailer and you are providing the food that the taxpayer dollars are used to buy that food, we're now [more than] doubling the amount of healthy options from 12 to 28 in every retailer." "So for example, under the old rules, they had to carry one protein. Well, that could have been a bag of beef jerky or a protein bar. But now it has to include eggs, turkey, ham, cheese, dairy, etc." MAHA WIN!

🚨 BREAKING: In an amazing development, the Trump administration is more than DOUBLING the amount of healthy food options covered under SNAP benefits at stores nationwide, and closing a loophole that lets "snack foods" replace whole foods. "For the SNAP, the families that participate in SNAP from around the country, that now if you are a retailer and you are providing the food that the taxpayer dollars are used to buy that food, we're now [more than] doubling the amount of healthy options from 12 to 28 in every retailer." "So for example, under the old rules, they had to carry one protein. Well, that could have been a bag of beef jerky or a protein bar. But now it has to include eggs, turkey, ham, cheese, dairy, etc." MAHA WIN!

Eric Daugherty

288,535 views • 10 months ago

That Consumer Reports article claiming protein powders are “high in heavy metals” completely misses the point. California’s Prop 65 is one of the most misleading regulations out there. It sets warning limits so absurdly low that foods like spinach, oats, and even drinking water would trigger the same “cancer warning” label. These limits aren’t based on real-world toxicity, they’re based on theoretical exposure levels thousands of times lower than anything proven to cause harm. Prop 65 has become a system that mostly benefits lawyers through lawsuits and settlement fees. Meanwhile, consumers are scared away from perfectly safe, tested, and regulated products. If your protein is manufactured by a reputable company, you’re safe. The real problem isn’t protein, it’s Prop 65.

That Consumer Reports article claiming protein powders are “high in heavy metals” completely misses the point. California’s Prop 65 is one of the most misleading regulations out there. It sets warning limits so absurdly low that foods like spinach, oats, and even drinking water would trigger the same “cancer warning” label. These limits aren’t based on real-world toxicity, they’re based on theoretical exposure levels thousands of times lower than anything proven to cause harm. Prop 65 has become a system that mostly benefits lawyers through lawsuits and settlement fees. Meanwhile, consumers are scared away from perfectly safe, tested, and regulated products. If your protein is manufactured by a reputable company, you’re safe. The real problem isn’t protein, it’s Prop 65.

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62,706 views • 9 months ago

Mucus is your body’s way of protecting and detoxing itself. When you're congested, that mucus is helping remove toxins and irritants from your system. But many don’t realize that certain foods can cause excess mucus, especially meat, fish, dairy, and processed foods. These can clog the system and slow healing. On the other hand, a plant-based or fruitarian diet supports detoxification. Fresh fruits and veggies are naturally cleansing, helping the body break down and eliminate mucus. If you want to heal and feel better, reduce mucus-forming foods and nourish your body with high-vibe plant foods.

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Dr.Sebi

41,139 views • 10 months ago