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The importance of avoiding added sugars

The importance of avoiding added sugars

Important Facts: an estimated 74% of all packaged foods contain added sugars and  sugar has 61 different names making it difficult to decipher on a food label. In December 2014, after reviewing more than 8,000 scientific papers, a team of scientists at the University...

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Understanding the ingredients list on food labels

Understanding the ingredients list on food labels

Congratulations! You are on the path to a healthier lifestyle. But how do you eat healthy when all you have time for is quick convenience foods? Understanding the ingredients list on food labels of prepackaged foods is an important part of learning to make healthy...

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What does “organic” actually mean?

What does “organic” actually mean?

Welcome to Plant-based4Health! We are excited about the launch of our new website, a "go-to place" for vegan resources and recipes. Join us as we share successes and challenges of being vegan and discuss important information about the food we eat and how it relates...

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