Tag: Food freedom

As of late 2023, while many states allow some form of access to raw milk, a handful maintain outright prohibitions on its sale or distribution for human consumption. The regulatory landscape is highly variable, with some states allowing retail sales while others permit only on-farm purchases or herdshare arrangements. Understanding these specific regulations is critical for consumers and producers alike, as the legality of raw milk is not consistent across the United States.

Research has consistently shown that dieting often leads to weight cycling and is not a sustainable solution for most people. The IE diet, or Intuitive Eating, offers a radically different, self-care based framework that rejects diet culture and focuses on rebuilding trust with your body’s innate signals.

According to a 2023 survey of 690 Whole30 participants, 97% stated they achieved most or all of their program goals. A Whole30 diet is a 30-day nutritional reset designed to eliminate foods that may be negatively impacting your health, helping you understand how different foods affect your body.

According to a 2023 survey, 97% of Whole30 participants achieved most or all of their program goals. The purpose of the whole 30 is to help individuals identify how specific foods impact their health and transform their relationship with eating.

In recent years, ethical veganism has been recognized in some legal contexts as a protected philosophical belief, yet this doesn't grant the right to impose it on others. The question of whether you can force people to be vegan involves a deep conflict between individual liberty and animal rights advocacy.

Research has consistently shown that Health at Every Size (HAES) interventions can significantly increase intuitive eating scores in participants. This evidence confirms the powerful link between these two philosophies, demonstrating how a weight-neutral approach is a cornerstone for healing and improving one's relationship with food.

According to a Datassential survey, nearly a quarter of consumers eat dessert every day. This statistic challenges the common belief that daily dessert consumption is inherently unhealthy. So, is it normal to have dessert every day, and how can it be incorporated into a balanced lifestyle without guilt?

According to Whole30 founders, if you eat even one off-plan bite, you should restart the program from Day 1. So, why can't you cheat on Whole30? It's not about punishment, but about ensuring the program's core purpose—an effective nutritional reset—is achieved.

According to the CDC, consumption of unpasteurized milk can pose serious health risks, yet a growing movement advocates for its legalization, citing potential health benefits and fundamental consumer rights. The debate over legalizing raw milk is a complex one, pitting public health concerns against arguments for food freedom and economic opportunity for small farms.

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, eating disorders affect millions of U.S. adults, highlighting the complex psychological and emotional factors tied to our diets. Defining your relationship with food is a crucial first step toward fostering a more positive and healthy connection with what you eat.