Ever wondered how chips and popped corn can stay "fresh" and not go stale for month (even years) on the shelf, but a day after you open it after you purchase from the store those once crispy chips ain't so crispy anymore? Or have you ever air-popped corn yourself and tried to … [Read more...]
What’s The Deal With Gums And All Those “Natural” Additives?
Confused? Yea, many are. I get asked all the time on my Instagram about gums, flavorings, and so many other ingredients found in today's "natural" food products. First, if you have to question an ingredient, that should be the first sign. Second, just because it's natural doesn't … [Read more...]
Expo West 2018 Re-Cap
It was my 8th year at Expo West (the largest health food show in the world...yes, WORLD). If you know me by now, you'll know that I am very picky about products. I always check ingredients, making sure products are free from all those so called "healthy" ingredients the industry … [Read more...]
Foods You Think Are Healthy But Aren’t
I get asked quite a bit on my Instagram about certain so called "healthy" brands and products and my opinion. I want to emphasize here (as I always do) the importance of ingredients vs. the nutritional label and "big words" on the packaging. You'll often see common words and … [Read more...]
The Epidemic Of Sponsored Posts
With sooooo many sponsored posts on Instagram these days, it's hard to know who to trust. There's nothing wrong with collaborating with a company, hey I do it too and I have nothing to hide.....BUT ONLY with companies / products I would personally consume. I never ever recommend … [Read more...]