The Model Health Show
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For most folks, food is an important cornerstone of holiday traditions and celebrations. The food industry understands the nostalgia and comfort that can accompany certain foods and flavors, and they work tirelessly year round to develop strategies to keep your family hooked on their products. Today, you’re going to learn about the ingredients that food companies are using to sabotage our health.
Today’s guest, Vani Hari, is a revolutionary food activist and New York Times bestselling author. On this episode of The Model Health Show, Vani is back to discuss how food companies profit on holiday celebrations, often at the expense of our health. You’re going to learn all about how to make the most of the holidays and how to celebrate with your loved ones without sacrificing your health.
Vani is also going to be sharing her experiences working to change food policy, how she convinced big name brands to disclose their hidden ingredients, and what you can do to serve the highest quality ingredients to your family. Vani Hari is passionate about helping consumers make the most informed choices possible, and I hope this interview inspires you and your family as we enter the holiday season. Enjoy!
In this episode you’ll discover:
How Vani got Starbucks to reveal their ingredients to the public. (7:56)
The importance of fighting for transparency. (10:14)
How the food industry capitalizes on the holiday season. (16:35)
What the holiday death aisle is. (17:01)
The inspiration behind the book, Food Babe Feast. (18:35)
An important realization about waiting for change. (19:13)
How special interests in Washington block healthy changes. (21:17)
Why our individual choices can make a powerful impact. (32:31)
The truth about the ingredients in alcoholic beverages. (38:36)
How artificial colors and dyes damage your health. (44:34)
Why understanding the ingredients in your food can transform your health. (47:39)
Healthier swaps for candy. (55:33)
Items mentioned in this episode include:
Wildpastures.com/model High-quality, responsibly sourced meat—delivered right to your door. Wild Pastures makes it easy to eat clean without overpaying. Get 20% off every box + $15 off your first order.
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Food Babe Feast Order your copy of Vani’s new holiday cookbook!
FDA Bans Red No. 3 Hear my episode on artificial food dyes!
Connect with Vani Hari Website / Facebook / Instagram
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