Episode 409: Why Real Food Matters

What is food as medicine? What is a whole food? Which ingredients are most concerning and should be avoided? Tune in to hear us discuss the problem with processed foods, why food dyes are so concerning (and the sneaky new names for them!), preservatives and additives to be on the lookout for, and so much more.    In this episode we are breaking down the importance of selecting whole real foods and considerations in clean products or pantry staples weighing out where the line is from processed products to whole foods. We will cover the most concerning additives and ingredients to be aware of as well as how whole food sources are more nutrient dense.    Also in this episode:  Episode 408: Back to School 2024 Last Call to Join 12 Week Food as Medicine Keto Reset  What is food as medicine?Naturally Nourished Episode 350 What the BLEEP Ingredients to AvoidNaturally Nourished Episode 327 Why we STILL Hate Non-Caloric Sweeteners Food Dyes: New Names and Health Concerns Farm Subsidies What is a Whole Food?  Nutrient Density and Antioxidant Status Naturally Nourished Episode 115 All About Antioxidants Making Real Food Really Tasty   Sponsors for this episode:  This episode is sponsored by Air Doctor.  The indoor air that we breathe can be up to 100 times MORE polluted than outdoor air, according to the EPA. Indoor air pollutants can cause respiratory symptoms like sneezing, congestion, scratchy throat, and even more serious health problems like lung and heart disease. Introducing AirDoctor, the air purifier that filters out 99.99% of dangerous contaminants so your lungs don’t have to. This includes allergens, pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold spores and even bacteria and viruses.AirDoctor comes with a 30-day money back guarantee so if you don’t love it, just send it back for a refund, minus shipping!Head to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code ALIMILLERRD and you’ll receive UP TO $300 off air purifiers! Exclusive to podcast customers, you will also receive a free 3 year warranty on any unit, which is an additional $84 value!