Tag: Health controversy

While widely marketed as a low-fat alternative, removing the fat from milk can impact the body’s absorption of fat-soluble vitamins, which is one of the key side effects of skimmed milk. This can have unexpected nutritional consequences for those who rely heavily on it as a primary source of dairy.

According to a 2024 class action claim, Liquid IV has been accused of mislabeling its products as free from preservatives. While marketed for superior hydration, what makes Liquid IV bad for you are factors like excessive sodium and sugar, which can lead to unwanted health complications if used inappropriately.

While dairy milk is a staple for many, recent research has highlighted concerns over the A1 beta-casein protein found in most conventional milk. The primary disadvantage of A1 milk centers around how its digestion can release a peptide called beta-casomorphin-7 (BCM-7), which has been linked to various health issues in certain individuals.

In 2024, the artificial flavours market was valued at USD 3.5 billion, but a significant consumer shift toward natural ingredients is underway. This growing preference is fueled by widespread public health concerns, raising the critical question: is artificial flavour healthy for you in the long run?

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), long-term use of non-sugar sweeteners like aspartame does not significantly reduce body fat in adults or children and may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. So, what's worse for your body, sugar or aspartame, and how do their health effects truly stack up?

According to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), the current acceptable daily intake for Sunset Yellow FCF is 4 mg per kg of body weight, a level deemed safe for consumption. This synthetic azo dye, widely used in processed foods, has been at the center of a long-running debate over its health effects. So, is Sunset Yellow FCF good or bad?

Over 6,000 food products contain the artificial sweetener aspartame. Despite its widespread use, controversy persists regarding its safety, with studies suggesting links to neurological issues, metabolic disruptions, and other adverse health outcomes. This article explores the compelling reasons why you should not drink aspartame, particularly for certain individuals.

According to a study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, grass-fed red meat can contain up to five times more omega-3 fatty acids than grain-fed varieties. However, despite these nutritional advantages, questions persist: is grass-fed red meat still bad for you? The answer is nuanced, requiring a look beyond the marketing hype to understand the full picture of its health effects.

Dr. Robert Atkins, the cardiologist who created the low-carbohydrate Atkins diet, died at the age of 72. His death in 2003 came nine days after he suffered a severe head injury from a fall on an icy sidewalk. The circumstances surrounding his health and death sparked widespread debate, adding another layer to the controversy that had long followed his dietary advice.

Sodium benzoate, or preservative E211, is one of the oldest and most widely used food additives, classified by the FDA as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). However, the safety of E211 has been the subject of ongoing debate and consumer concern due to reported links with health issues such as hyperactivity and the formation of the carcinogen benzene.