Food Labels Revealed

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Since the beginning of the FLR podcast in 2016, I have focused my attention on the ingredients of industrialized foods and also reported on the nutritional content of those foods.  A great deal of time was spent on examining and critiquing ingredient and nutrition facts labels as regards health implications.  Although that job could never be completed given the continual release by food companies of new products with novel food additives, I have chosen to take a break from that podcast content and pivot towards historical developments that have led to the current state of our food system.  How did we get to such an unhealthy food system that most Americans rely upon today?  This episode introduces the pivot which will officially begin in the following episode. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com FLR Book: Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating? by Mel Weinstein https://tinyurl.com/59x3vk2c References: Book: “John Harvey Kellogg: Pioneering Health Reformer” by Richard W. Schwarz (2006) Book: “The Kelloggs: The Battling Brothers of Battle Creek” written by Howard Markel (2017) Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is an old Kellogg’s Frosted Flakes commercial

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In 2016, this podcast started out talking about ingredients in mainstream cereals.  The current episode re-visits cereals by looking at old ones in new clothes and a few brand-new creations.  What has changed?  What has stayed the same?  Also, a change of course for the show is foreshadowed.  Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com FLR Book: Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating? by Mel Weinstein https://tinyurl.com/59x3vk2c References: General Mills Homepage: Celebrating 60 Years of the Trix Rabbit http://tinyurl.com/36wmxk4z New York Times: No More Artificial Colors for Trix or Reese’s Puffs http://tinyurl.com/4zuvzbax Green Choice Now: Trix Cereal Review http://tinyurl.com/y6wnj6xm You Tube Channel for Seriously Cereal: Trix Cereal Review http://tinyurl.com/2vc634c2 Eat Your Mouth Off Homepage http://tinyurl.com/3fbsx4ns Food Dive: WK Kellogg Co Debuts New Cereal Brand Better-for-You Push http://tinyurl.com/3pmxede3 Three Wishes Website: Cocoa Flavored Cereal http://tinyurl.com/unjb66de Wikipedia: Three Wishes Cereal Company http://tinyurl.com/5fkh37wp Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Harlequinn” by Kevin MacLeod

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Mel scours the internet to find recent news stories about the American food system, which are posted at the Food Labels Revealed Podcast page on Facebook.  Six stories are selected for review and commentary on the subject of health taxes, cognitive decline, snacking, and the hazards of ultra-processed foods. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com FLR Book: Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating? by Mel Weinstein https://tinyurl.com/59x3vk2c References: Beverage Daily: The Iconic Nacho Cheese Taste of Doritos Imbued into a First-of-its-Kind Spirit http://tinyurl.com/3ufykdn9 National Public Radio: Cities with Soda Taxes Saw Sales of Sugary Drinks Fall as Prices Rose http://tinyurl.com/ye29yuj4 The Guardian: Colombia Passes Ambitious ‘Junk Food Law’ to Tackle Lifestyle Diseases http://tinyurl.com/ytar6hs2 Science Daily: US Adults Eat a Meal’s Worth of Calories of Snacks in a Day http://tinyurl.com/38yxjmys Science Daily: Following a Mediterranean Diet Reduces the Risk of Cognitive Decline in Older People http://tinyurl.com/3ee639y5 The Guardian: Why Are 1 in 7 of Us Addicted to Ultra-processed Foods? http://tinyurl.com/mr4btppx Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Happy Boy” by Kevin MacLeod

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This is the second episode of a two-part series describing several smart phone apps to assist consumers to make smart decisions when considering the purchase of commercial foods.  The main considerations are nutritional quality and the degree of processing (industrialization).  Two other food scanning apps are reviewed in this instructional audio.  Smart phone required. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com FLR Book: Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating? by Mel Weinstein https://tinyurl.com/59x3vk2c References: Wikipedia: Open Food Facts https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Open_Food_Facts Open Food Facts Website https://world.openfoodfacts.org/ Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Auld Lang Syne” played by Mundo Juillerat

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None How much better the commercial food world would be if a shopper could look at the front of a food package and in a few moments judge how healthy that product is in terms of its nutritional value and the degree of processing?  That’s the subject of today’s episode.  Smart phone required. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com FLR Book: Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating? by Mel Weinstein https://tinyurl.com/59x3vk2c References: Yuka Website https://yuka.io/en/ Food Navigator Magazine: Five Years of Yuka https://tinyurl.com/yl8yd8ew Wired Magazine: Scan Your Shipping Cart with Yuka and Make Healthier Choices https://www.wired.com/story/yuka-app/ Environmental Working Group Website https://www.ewg.org/ EWG Consumer Guides https://www.ewg.org/consumer-guides Wikipedia: Environmental Working Group https://tinyurl.com/ytvhgowc Food Revolution: How to Start an Indoor Garden https://tinyurl.com/2x4pqu65 The Spruce: How to Grow Sprouts https://tinyurl.com/y67nexl7 Home Microgreens: Podcast https://homemicrogreens.com/microgreens-podcast/ Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “In the Hall of the Mountain King” produced by Kevin MacLeod based on the classical piece by Edvard Grieg.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None I introduce the self-proclaimed Rules to Eat By in this world of overly processed foods that most of us live in.  I share some personal history as a navigator in that world and a good example of someone who came to realize that sugary, fatty, and salty commercial foods were slowly doing me harm. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com FLR Book: Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating? by Mel Weinstein https://tinyurl.com/59x3vk2c References: None Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Isolated” courtesy of Kevin MacLeod.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None From the latest headlines in food science and research, I report on lab meat, ultra-processed foods, false claims, the bad side of salt, and toxic chocolate. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com FLR Book: Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating? by Mel Weinstein https://tinyurl.com/59x3vk2c References: Food Ingredients First: JBS to Open Brazil’s First Cultivated Protein Research Center https://tinyurl.com/4895xjwy Food Ingredients First: Mane and Newform Foods to Create Hybrid Meat Products by Blending Plant-Based Protein https://tinyurl.com/5yxeaadr The Guardian: Ultra-processed Food Raises Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke, Two Studies Show https://tinyurl.com/yc5kf4zs The Guardian: The Guardian View on Ultra-processed Food: Blame Business, Not Consumers https://tinyurl.com/4fap6f2r National Public Radio: Fed-up Consumers Are Increasingly Going After Food Companies for Misleading Claims https://tinyurl.com/5fpt6n3v Food Revolution Blog: Heavy Metals in Chocolate: The Lead and Cadmium Concern https://tinyurl.com/4xv74xbp The Guardian: Salt-free Diet Can Reduce Risk of Heart Problems by Almost 20% https://tinyurl.com/3bva6j5b Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Happy Boy” courtesy of Kevin MacLeod.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None We’re talking about food labels --- one of the greatest gifts provided to the American people by their government, i.e., the Nutrition Facts Label.  Join Mel as he takes a deep dive into the arcane and murky world of the Code of Federal Regulation, a realm so obscure that only an expert speaker in governese can make sense of it.  He tries … he fails … but still manages to deliver some useful information about that iconic, dense, and ubiquitous food label. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: Code of Federal Regulations: Title 21 /Chapter 1/Subchapter B/Part 101 https://tinyurl.com/yc738v9e Open Oregon Education Resources:  “Understanding Food Labels” https://tinyurl.com/476r3j8p Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “My Lonely Journey” courtesy of Alex Zavesa.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Food additives … everybody’s favorite subject!  This FLR episode looks at how food additives get approved (or not) for inclusion in the American food supply.  Some shocking reveals are made.  We are likely not as protected as we think we are.  Listen in and pick up some interesting facts. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: Food Safety News:  The GRAS Process – How Companies Legally Add Ingredients to Food https://tinyurl.com/477t2p6z Select Committee on GRAS Substances (Substances Submitted for Approval 1972 to 1980) https://tinyurl.com/3tmyd2df National Resources Defense Council: Generally Recognized As Secret https://tinyurl.com/n9zpdpac FDA:  Understanding How the FDA Regulates Food Additives and GRAS Ingredients https://tinyurl.com/yc2vdkdu FDA:  FDA Removes 7 Synthetic Flavoring Substances from Food Additives List https://tinyurl.com/3k9z24jh FDA:  Substances Added to Food https://tinyurl.com/2ruezz8u Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “My Lonely Journey” courtesy of Alex Zavesa.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In today’s show, we’re going to delve into your knowledge of food ingredients.  Yes, that means there’s a quiz, BUT don’t panic.  Don’t get nervous.  Don’t get your cheat notes out.  It’s all for fun and education.  Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: None Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “El Gringo” courtesy of Kinemesis.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This short episode has been watered down.  I address the subject of water, specifically how we buy it, why we buy it, and how that leads to expensive decisions.  Which is better, tap water or bottled water?  Are we being bamboozled by megacompanies like Coca Cola, Pepsico, and Nestle?  Let’s dig into that subject. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: U.S. News:  Bottled Water vs. Tap Water: Which Is Better? https://tinyurl.com/85rmes3c Environmental Working Group:  Tap Water Database https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/ Consumer Reports:  What’s Really in Your Bottled Water? https://tinyurl.com/mpbesrzp Consumer Reports:  Quality Reports for Bottled Water https://tinyurl.com/4ynd2p2w Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Deadly Roulette” courtesy of Kevin MacLoed.

FLR 077:  Lab Meat --- The Next Food Revolution? INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In this news show, the supposed next food revolution is discussed through recent news stories.  Whether we’re ready for it or not, the advent of cultivated meat is at our doorstep.  How will you react to this forthcoming brave new world of food? Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: The Guardian:  Taste Testing Australia’s First Lab-Grown Pork https://tinyurl.com/mryy75nr NPR:  A Jumbo Meatball Made from a Wooly Mammoth https://tinyurl.com/43bdavup Vow Food Company Website https://www.vowfood.com/ The Guardian:  US Declares Lab-Grown Meat Safe to Eat in Groundbreaking Move https://tinyurl.com/3z7s5ypp Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Concerto for 4 Box Cello” courtesy of David Hilowitz.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  Bamboo Fiber, Citrus Fiber, Eucheuma Seaweed, and Ferric Pyrophosphate In Great Britain, but not in the USA, Burger King is adding new plant-based sandwiches to their menu.  This episode explores the 100% vegan version of a chicken and bacon analog looking at both the ingredient content and the nutritional profile.  Also, a recent announcement by the American Academy of Pediatrics on the subject of childhood obesity is reviewed. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: Amazon website for the FLR book:  Fast Food Ingredients Revealed, What Are You Eating? https://tinyurl.com/2f4umdvv Totally Vegan Buzz:  Burger King UK to Launch Vegan Bacon Cheeseburger … https://tinyurl.com/5xxx82rj La Vie Foods website: Bakon https://www.laviefoods.com/en/nutrition/ Violife Company website: American Cheese https://violifefoods.com/us/product/just-like-american-sandwich-slices/ The Vegetarian Butcher website: Vegan Chicken https://www.thevegetarianbutcher.co.uk/products/retail/chickened-out-burger.html American Academy of Pediatrics: Announcement Regarding Childhood Obesity https://tinyurl.com/4hardbca American Academy of Pediatrics: Clinical Practice Guideline for Childhood Obesity https://tinyurl.com/renb7vu4 Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “My Lonely Journey” courtesy of Alex Zavesa.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  none Mel describes the content of the book, “Fast Food Ingredients Revealed: What Are You Eating?”  The book was derived from the FLR podcast, but provides more details and interesting facts about additives found in fast foods, plus a whole lot more.  The Amazon publication is available in the first week of January as a print or e-book version. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: Amazon website for the eBook:  Fast Food Ingredients Revealed, What Are You Eating? https://tinyurl.com/2f4umdvv Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Displaced Memories” courtesy of David Hilowitz.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  none FLR returns after a hiatus with several significant announcements and celebrates with still another fast food review of a new offering from the industry. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. Website:  www.foodlabelsrevealed.com References: Amazon website for the eBook:  Fast Food Ingredients Revealed, What Are You Eating? https://tinyurl.com/2f4umdvv Yahoo: 13 Exciting New Fast-Food Items Dropping This Week https://tinyurl.com/9reuwmem Wendy’s: Italian Mozzarella Triple Cheeseburger https://tinyurl.com/2fmrktmm As Mentioned in the Episode, Sign-up for a free FLR eBook on the Contacts page of the website [only for FLR listeners] www.foodlabelsrevealed.com Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Bright Wish” courtesy of Kevin McLeod

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  none The host makes an important announcement about the near future of the podcast.  This episode includes a replay of Episode #15, the first FLR quiz. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. References:  none Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  none How do new food additives make it into the food supply?  They have to get a nod from the Food & Drug Administration (FDA).  In this episode, we take a look at the FDA review process and then examine a handful of proposed additives in the FDA queue to see what may show up in the processed foods of the future. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. References: Substances Added to Food https://www.cfsanappsexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/?set=FoodSubstances GRAS Notices https://www.cfsanappsexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/index.cfm?set=GRASNotices Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Bright Wish” courtesy of Kevin McLeod

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  none Since 2016, I’ve been reeling against overly processed foods in the American diet (also called hyper-processed or ultraprocessed foods).  My main objective has been to educate people about the industrialized ingredients in those foods, as well as raise awareness about the health detriments associated with them.  It’s one thing to simply imply that industrial foods are bad for us, but it’s another thing to provide scientific evidence of that view.  Fortunately, since about 2009, a number of research groups from around the world (not so much in the USA) have been studying this question.  In today's au natural podcast episode, I take a pretty deep dive into one of the largest nutrition/health studies ever conducted:  the NutriNet-Santé Cohort French project.  Come join me as I dissect one of the scientific papers that emerged from that project dealing with coronary vascular disease, the #1 human killer in the world. SHOW NOTES: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. REFERENCES: British Medical Journal article: “Ultra-processed Food Intake and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease: Prospective Cohort Study.”    tinyurl.com/2p99v9xp MUSIC: Intro music none Outro music: none

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  none Since 2018, like a string of firecrackers, plant-based burgers have been exploding in the fast food industry as one drive-thru after another adds some version to their menu.  McDonald’s held back probably waiting to see how the market would respond.  Although McD’s was testing a product in Europe, they waited a long time to bring it to the USA.  Now they’re playing catchup (not ‘catsup’) with their new product called the McPlant burger based on a Beyond Meat product. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. References: The McPlant Burger https://tinyurl.com/yruba5k9 The Quarter Pounder with Cheese https://tinyurl.com/yurmybsu Wikipedia: Beyond Meat Bio https://tinyurl.com/57frcj73 Eat This,  “Test Run of New McDonald’s Burger Had Shocking Results https://tinyurl.com/du8axs99 Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “El Gringo” courtesy of Kinemesis Music.

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Since this episode comes at the end of 2021, I decided to put together a retrospective program which has highlights from the first 20 episodes, including such topics as GRAS, nutrition facts labels, Lunchables, gum, ice cream, and bread.  So, if you’re a recent listener, who never tuned into the early days of the podcast, or a listener who would like to review some useful educational information and history about the processed food industry, then I hope you’ll enjoy this episode. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or using most of the podcast apps available for smart phones or tablets.  Just search under Food Labels Revealed. References: None Music: Intro music is the "Peter Gunn Theme" by Henri Mancini. Outro music is “Work Is Work” courtesy of Kevin MacLeod.