Bolivia Says Peace Out Fast Food!

Think about it... As crazy as your day may have been today, it's worth a smile right now because the nation of Bolivia has cracked down on fast food with the great understanding that it's horrible for it's people's health. Bolivians clearly don't trust food that's made, prepared and rang up in seconds and thats comforting and eye-opening. Although there were eight stores left that were losing money they stayed open for brand awareness. That's a pride that only a super powerful company has the finances to afford such as the golden arches of McDs. 

Bolivia's Cultural Rejection

What seems even more eye-whomping, pun intended, is that the people have rejected McDonalds for many years the article shares. There is also a documentary supported by marketers, foodies and community members all over the country. It's important to really understand that deep in Bolivian culture is a high regard/respect what goes in and out of their bodies. They continue by sharing that the McRib has about 70 processed ingredients into one product. Oye! Last time I checked meat such as ribs were from nature's free roaming animals, not multiples added together, and when grilling you barely need spices, seasonings or bbq sauce to have a great meal. 

Should The World & You Follow?

This is your choice. It may feel heavy that this has gone public and is circulating around the world, but that's warming. I've brought it to your attention because you must know how our world continues to shift. People and nation make change. It is not too late to make adjustments in your daily life and slowly or rapidly adapt natural foods, cook more often and explore ways in which you can gain more control of your health and wellness.

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Reported by Natural News here.

Don't Forget About Seasonal Fruits

Just about every fruit on the planet Earth is gluten-free 

This may be a no-brainer to some consumers, but those who are new or exploring the gluten-free lifestyle must know the truth. Many consumers have a banana, apple or orange in their refrigerator and it stops there. Take a look at this massive list of fruits by season that are waiting your purchase at your local grocery store. When possible try to buy fruit in season to be sure that fruit wasn't shipped by tractor, boat, plane, car, etc just to get to your store when there are local farmers growing many of these in your own community!

I hear way too often from gluten-free consumers that they are seeking breads, pastas and pastries to replace what they've lost in their regular rotation. Why are you dependent on these carbs so much? Now is your chance to replace an old craving with a new fruit which is just as gratifying while you retrain your bodies natural needs. 

A juicy strawberry, round sweet watermelon, rich oranges, tart grapefruit, varieties of apples and specifically shopping for seasonal fruits this Summer are where you should be focussing on instead of the grains that were comforting in your previous diet. Live smarter and live well.

How could a fruit not be gluten-free?

Canned: May have processed and manufacturing contamination issues. Call to inquire. 

Frozen:  May have processed and manufacturing contamination issues. Call to inquire. 

Fruit lists provided by Nourish Interactive

Sign The Kraft Mac & Cheese Petition Today

Hurry,.. watch, read and sign the petition to help remove artificial food dyes from our food supply, starting with Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Yellow #5, Yellow #6 along with GMO wheat.  Yes. You and I have both more than likely eaten ingredients created in a lab along side petroleum that were named with a number. It's upsetting. The ignorant days of "wow this taste good and kids love it" are about to end.  

Apparently, Kraft, a food super power chose to remove these chemicals from the UK product due to a consumer outcry, but didn't in the USA. How non American is that? Do not support such irresponsible behavior. There are plenty of macaroni and cheese products that don't include these artificial cancer linked chemical dyes such as Annie's which are delicious. Please hurry, read here and sign the petition today. Show you care by participating in change. 

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I often find myself saying, "today is not like yesterday," especially when it comes to eating smarter and healthier. What truly baffles me the most in life, is that there still is a stigma that exists in our culture for some people that "eating healthy' is a task that requires time, money and pressure. Why? A lot of smart people who have great jobs, personalities and families just don't eat a balanced healthy lifestyle. Perhaps it's still not easy? I happen to  live and love vegetables, fruits and cooking in general, but not everyone does. That's okay. It's also a fact that not everyone eats the same types of foods, but what we have in common is we all do desire to eat well, look good, and we crave different sweets and salts pending our lifestyle and our biological needs that are unique to our stages in life. Maybe Makeena can help you...

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