In an engaging journey through the grocery store aisles, ‘Eat Your Greens’ hosts, Dr. Black and Mae Parrish, dissect the realities behind food labeling and marketing practices, focusing on a variety of items including snacks, baby yogurt, frozen meals, cereals, and meats. They challenge the veracity of health claims such as ‘natural,’ ‘multi-grain,’ ‘grass-fed,’ and ‘free-range,’ emphasizing the importance of scrutinizing nutritional label and ingredient list on the back of packages. The episode exposes misleading marketing tactics, and advocates for making health-conscious choices by prioritizing whole foods, plant-based choices, and understanding the true meaning of the nutrition facts label. This consolidated insight serves as a practical guide for consumers aiming to make informed decisions for a healthier diet.
Links from the episode:
- Mae Parrish, Realtor
- Food Label Accuracy of Common Snack Foods
- Food Serving Sizes Have a Reality Check
- Understanding Food Labels
- Whole Grains
- Additives in meat and poultry products
- Natural flavoring on meat and poultry labels
For resources related to a plant-based diet or if you struggle to afford healthy food for your family, please go to eatgreenswithdrblack.com/resources.
You can contact Dr. Black at dr.black@eatgreenswithdrblack.com
I am happy to answer general questions related to the information presented on this podcast. Be advised that I will never offer specific medical advice via this website, even if your child is an established patient in my practice. If you have concerns about your child’s health or growth, please contact their doctor.
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