The side effects of eating junk food

The well-documented damage that junk food does to the body has been evident for decades, but beyond fat and cholesterol, new research reveals an even more alarming ingredient. Doctors at George Washington University have stated that hamburgers and fries, along with other products sold in major chains, may be much more harmful than we thought. It turns out that, following research on junk food, traces of a chemical called phthalate have been found, previously only seen in products like soaps and makeup. What does this mean? Here are the important facts to know about this new discovery surrounding the fast food industry: Phthalates are linked to a high rate of infertility, primarily in men The problem doesn’t stem from the ingredients used themselves, but rather from the preservation processes they undergo The results are 100% verifiable, there is no dispute, the chemicals were found within the junk food served at various fast food restaurants. This makes it even more concerning To obtain the results, tests were conducted on 9,000 people over a span of 7 years (2003-2010) In the United States alone, one-third of the population eats junk food from fast food chains once a day And, undoubtedly, that one-third of the population has much higher chemical levels of phthalates than the other two-thirds What to do to remedy it? A global food awareness campaign is needed. While many consume fresh and organic products, the majority rely on junk food for their daily diet. At home, you can personally take charge of preparing your meals with naturally sourced and organic ingredients. It’s also important to steer clear of fast food chains. Like everything in life, eating a couple of hamburgers and fries won’t hurt you, but continuous exposure to such foods can be harmful, it is assured. To help you eat healthy at home, here are some 100% nutritious recipes for you and your family: Organic Pea Soup Light Apple Smoothie Edamame Chicken Taquitos with Pita Bread Yogurt and Granola Cup