Imagine reaching for a can of soda and seeing a picture of a diabetic amputee on the label.
Or the dissected, clogged arteries of a heart attack victim. Warnings on cigarette packets advise us of the dangers of smoking. beer, wine and alcohol also carry health warnings.
Yet, the health risks associated with consuming processed foods and drinks, which may be far greater than those linked to smoking, can easily by overlooked. We all know junk food isn't good for us, but seldom do we connect the dots between soda, fries or donuts- and our nations' soaring rates of obesity, heart disease and diabetes.
It's not just that processed convenience foods are loaded with sugar, hydrogenated fats, and artificial additives, which pollute the body and undermine the immune system; these foods are devoid of the nutrients we need to thrive, Worse, they can interfere with the absorption of nutrients in our diet and use up the body's valuable nutrient stores. As a result, nutritional deficiencies develop, which are implicated in weight gain and a wide range of diseases.
The good news is that making simple dietary changes- and taking nutritional supplements- can help increase energy levels, control weight, minimize signs of aging and create a foundation for lasting good health.
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