A
Abbott (drug company), 29
academia, 11–17, 88–89, 92–96, 114
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 17
acesulfame potassium (Ace-K, Equal), 109, 125, 231
activism and activists
against food additives, xi, xix–xx, 61–62, 105–108
discrediting, by Big Food industry, xi–xiii, 42–44, 115–116
added sugars
to “fat-free” products, 30, 84, 124, 126–127
in gluten-free products, 133
to herbal-fortified beverages, 162
probiotics and, 165
types of, 101
addictions and cravings
to artificial sweeteners, 66, 103
food tracking for fighting, 116–117
to natural flavors, 141–142, 144–147
to sugar, 84–85, 91, 98–99, 101, 102–103
to “sugar-free” foods, 125–126
advanced glycation end products (AGEs), 86
Ag Canada, 29
Agri-Pulse, on GMO animal feed use, 9–10
Ajinomoto, 71
Allen, Will, 12
Alliance for Food and Farming, 38, 180
“all natural” labeling, 122, 123
American Academy of Pediatrics, 113, 189–190
American Association of University Professors, 15
American Beverage Association, 10, 111, 112–113
American Council on Science and Health (ACSH), 7–8
American Diabetes Association, 83, 113
American Egg Board (AEB), 19–20
American Farm Bureau Federation, 9
American food ingredients. See also ingredient evaluation, of packaged foods
processed food testing and, 58–61. See also U.S. Food and Drug Administration
U.S. health statistics and, 57–58
American Heart Association (AHA), 27–31, 83, 113
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (AJCN), on processed foods, 16
American Journal of Preventive Medicine, on soda industry’s funding, 113
American Seed Trade Association, 13, 35
American Society of Nutrition (ASN), 16
ancient grains, 134
Anheuser-Bush petition, 26
animal proteins. See meats
Annals of Internal Medicine, on sugar consumption, 88–89
Annie’s Chocolate Bunnies, 144–145
Annual Reviews of Public Health, diet recommendations by, 78
Anresco Laboratories, 175
antibiotic use, in farm animals, 9, 78, 186
AP, Coca-Cola’s front group investigation by, 113–114
Applebaum, Rhona, 114
apple cider vinegar, 102. See also fermented foods
arsenic, 132
artichokes, 213
artificial dyes and colors, 53–54, 56, 110, 128, 154. See also specific dyes
artificial flavors, 128, 148, 149, 231, 247
artificial sweeteners
in low-calorie processed foods, 73
in “sugar-free” products, 125
trade groups for, 71
artificial trans fats, 127–128, 240–241, 242
aspartame (NutraSweet, Equal), 66, 109, 125, 232
astroturfing campaigns, xx–xxi, 39–42, 43
The Atlantic
academic’s comments on Hari, 13
avocados
Simple Avocado Salad, 225
azodicarbonamide (“yoga mat chemical”), 26, 62, 232
B
Baillie-Hamilton, Paula, 187
Balance bars, 159
Barrett, Steve, 10
BASF, 35
beaver anal gland, 143
Berman, Rick, xxi
Betty Crocker Red Velvet Cake Mix, 57
action steps against, xi, 116–118
herbal fortification and, 162
nutrient claims by, 137
propaganda of, 10, 15, 111–116
BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole), 232–233
BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene), xix, 62, 154, 233
activists, silencing of, 42–44
conflicts of interest disclosures and, 25–30, 31–36, 92–93, 113
journalists for hire and, 37
online astroturfing campaigns, 39–42
organic food reporting and, 37–39
paid advertisements, undisclosed, 25–26
Big Chemical industry ties, 11–14, 21–22
Big Food and Ag industries, 3–23. See also beverage industry; biased media; fortified foods; low-calorie processed foods; pesticides; propaganda; sugar and sugar consumption
academia and, 11–17, 88–89, 92–96, 114
European vs. U.S. food products and ingredients, 55–58
food additive regulation for, 58–61. See also U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
front groups of, 5–10, 14, 34, 88, 111, 113–115
lobbying by, 10, 18–22, 35, 115–116
nutrition experts associated with, 17–18, 25–26, 112–113, 114
trade groups and associations of, 10–11, 71, 111, 112–113, 143–144, 180–181
Biology Fortified website, 33
birth defects, 156, 159, 188, 189–190
bisphenol A (BPA), 75
bleached flour, 238
BlogHer Publishing Network, 181
Blue #1 (brilliant blue), 110, 233–234
blueberry flavored bits, 146, 151
Boar’s Head products, 30
bottle beverage makers. See beverage industry
bovine growth hormone rBGH, 194
brain health, 81, 86–87, 95, 120
breakfast cereals. See cereals
breast cancer, 171
Brianna’s Home Style Blush Wine Vinaigrette Dressing, 90
British Journal of Nutrition
on gluten-free foods’ nutritional value, 133
on organic foods, 186
on pesticides, 189
on processed foods and cancer rates, 201
British Medical Journal, on dehydration research validity, 93
brominated vegetable oil (BVO), 54
brown rice syrup, 132
Burger King, 128
Business Insider
on ice cream and brain health, 95
on organic foods, 179
buttery flavor, 144
butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), 232–233
butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT), xix, 62, 154, 233
C
calcium peroxide, 234
calcium propionate, 234
California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 17
Calorie Control Council, 10, 34, 71
calories. See also low-calorie processed foods; weight loss
guidelines for daily intake of, 96–97
of soda, 111
sugar consumption and, 85
in “sugar-free” products, 125
weight gain and, 85, 111–112, 113–114
Campbell’s Soup Company, xvii, xix–xx
Canada Dry Ginger Ale, 129
cane sugar, 133
canola oil, 4, 28, 185, 234–235
Canola Oil Council, 29
caramel color, xi, xiii, 62, 105–108, 235
carboxymethylcellulose (cellulose gum), 69–70
cardiovascular health, 87, 108–109, 126
carmine, 57
Carnation, 92
Carolla, Adam, 13
Carson, Rachel, 42
caseinate, 136
castoreum, 143
CDC (U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), 114–115
celiac disease, 130–131. See also gluten-free diet
Celiac Disease Foundation, 131
cellulose, 69–70, 73, 129, 154, 236
Center for Food Integrity (CFI), 9
Center for Food Safety (CFS), 42–43
Center for Public Integrity, 10, 71
Center for Science in the Public Interest, 110, 247
cereals
with AHA’s “heart check” seal of approval, 30
fortified foods, 153–154, 159, 161
“a good source of fiber” labeling for, 122, 124
sugar content in, 96
chemical flavors. See artificial flavors
chemical industry, 11–14, 21–22
chemical-intrusive agriculture. See pesticides
chemically modified sugars, 125
Chiarezza Almighty Mango Goji Cereal, 167
Chicago Tribune, on coconut oil, 27
Chick-fil-A, xi
children
cereals aimed at, 154
fortified foods and, 159
Chipotle, xix
“cholesterol-free” labeling, 122, 124
Circulation (journal), on artificial sweeteners, 67–68
Classic Creations Flake Style Imitation Crab Meat, 30
Clean Fifteen (organic food list), 37–39, 195
Clif Builder’s Protein Peanut Butter Bar, 89
Clydesdale, Fergus, xiii
Coalition for Safe and Affordable Food, 180
Coca-Cola
nutrition experts sponsored by, 18, 25–26, 114
Cocoa Krispies, 159
Cocoa Puffs cereal, 30
coconut sugar, 103. See also natural sweeteners
Coke Life, 109
Coke Zero, 109
Common Reading Program, at University of Florida, 12
conflicts of interest, 25–30, 31–36, 92–93, 113
Consumer Reports
on caramel coloring, 107
on rice’s arsenic levels, 132
cooking fats. See fats and oils
copper sulfate, 193
Cornell Alliance for Science, 8–9, 33
corn syrup, 69, 133. See also high-fructose corn syrup
Cotton Incorporated, 34
cottonseed oil, 237
Council for Biotechnology Information, 180
Couzens, Cristin Kearns, 92
cravings. See addictions and cravings
Crisco shortening, 128
Critical Public Health (journal), on Coca-Cola’s nutrition study sponsorship, 16
CropLife (trade organization), xiv, 8, 22, 35
D
Daily Star, on coconut oil, 27
Dairy Farmers of America, 9
“dairy free,” 136
dairy products
about, 19
from animals fed GMO products, 9–10
detoxifying choices, 216, 220, 230
with obesogens, 75
datem (diacetyl tartaric acid esters of monoglycerides), 237
DEKALB (a Monsanto brand), 35
deli meats, 30
detoxification, 209–211, 227–230. See also 48-Hour Toxic Takedown
dextrin, 133
diabetes
artificial trans fats and, 127, 241, 242
high-fructose corn syrup and, 239
sugar consumption and, 67, 85, 87, 97
“sugar-free” labeling and, 119–121
diacetyl tartaric acid esters of monoglycerides (datem), 237
Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 10, 18–19, 96–97
diet foods. See low-calorie processed foods
dieticians, 17–18, 25–26, 112–113, 114
dimethylpolysiloxane (“Silly Putty” ingredient), 55–56, 238
dining out, 203–204. See also specific restaurants
Dirty Dozen (organic food list), 37–39, 76, 195
The Dorito Effect (Schatzker), 144–145, 150–151
Doritos, 56
drug-herb interactions, 163–164
dyes. See artificial dyes and colors
E
Elanco, 9
Eli Lilly (drug company), 28–29
Elite Daily, on coconut oil, 27
Emory University, 115
emulsifier additives, 69–70, 127–128, 235. See also specific emulsifiers
endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), 75–76, 171, 191, 233
enriched flour, 238
Environmental Working Group (EWG), 38–39, 159
EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), 21–22, 173–174, 190, 193
Equal, 66, 103, 109, 125, 231, 232
Erewhon Crispy Brown Rice Cereal, 167
European food products, 53–57, 62
European Parliament, 188
excitotoxins, 143
exercising, 78–79, 102, 111–112
Experience Life (magazine), on astroturfing campaigns, 39–41
extra virgin olive oil, 129
F
Facebook, xvi, xx–xxi, 7, 32–33, 39, 40–41, 43–44
Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan, 35
Farmer, Donna, 172
“fat-free” labeling, 30, 84, 122–123, 124, 126–127
fats and oils. See also specific oils
artificial trans fats, 127–128, 240–241, 242
biased media reporting on, 27–31
detoxifying choices, 230
in 48-Hour Toxic Takedown, 216, 220–221
oil processing, 4, 28, 127–128, 185
restaurant use of, 203
USDA recommendations, 84
FDA. See U.S. Food and Drug Administration
The Fear Babe (Godoy), 33
fermented foods, 102, 117, 165
fiber, 109, 122, 123–124, 133, 164
Fifth Quarter Fresh, 94
fitness experts, sponsorship of, 114
Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association (FEMA), 143–144
flavor industry. See natural flavors
flaxseeds, 100, 162. See also nuts and seeds
Florida Fertilizer and Agrichemical Association, 35
flours
folic acid, 156
Folta, Kevin M., 11–14, 34–36, 46
food additive regulation (U.S.), 58–61.
See also U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
food allergies, 189, 246–247. See also gluten-free diet
Food Allergy Research & Resource Program, 136
food coloring and dyes, 53–54, 56, 110, 128, 154. See also specific dyes
Food Evolution (film), 35
Food for Life Ezekiel 4:9 Sprouted Grain cereal, 166
Forastiere, Francesco, 173
Forbes
critiques of the Food Babe, 33–34
Miller’s association with, 34
on organic foods, 179
formaldehyde, 238
cereals, 153–154, 159, 161, 166–167
omega-3 fatty acids and, 161–162
vitamins and minerals for, 159–160
48-Hour Toxic Takedown, 209–221
about, 209–211; daily plan for, 218–219; foods options, 212–217; guidelines, 217; how to use, 212; shopping list, 219–221
Coconut Oil Dressing, 224
Garlic Mashed Cauliflower, 225
Quinoa Stir-fry, 224
Simple Avocado Salad, 225
Takedown Juice, 223
“dairy free,” 136
“fat-free,” 30, 84, 122–123, 124, 126–127
“free,” defined, 124
“grain-free,” 136
“lactose free,” 136
nondairy, 136
as propaganda, 121
for sodium levels, 136
“sugar-free,” 66, 119–121, 123, 125–126
“wheat-free,” 136
french fries ingredients, U.K. vs. U.S., 55–56
Frescados Tomato Basil Wrap, 29
front groups, 5–10, 14, 34, 88, 111, 113–115
fruit flavors, 143, 146, 147, 148, 151
fruit juices and concentrates, 30, 53, 90, 161, 223
fruits
detoxifying choices, 215, 220, 229
fiber and, 109
for gluten-free diet, 135
pesticide treatment of, 170
functional foods. See fortified foods
G
Gainesville Sun, on Folta exposé, 14
GAO (U.S. Government Accountability Office), 60–61, 158
gellan gum, 239
General Foods, 92
“Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS), 59–61, 143–144
genetically modified foods. See GMOs
Gerber, 92
Global Energy Balance Network, 113
Glucerna shakes, 120
glutamate, 143
gluten-free diet
“gluten-free” labeling, 130–133, 136
recipes, 246
glyphosate
as Roundup weed killer ingredient, 169–170
GMOs (genetically modified foods)
labeling and native advertising of, 46, 184–186
PLU number identification, 202
products with, 97, 132, 133, 143, 148, 154, 240
restaurant use of, 203
The Good Food Revolution (Allen), 12
“a good source of fiber” labeling, 122, 124
“grain-free” labeling, 136
grains
about: detoxifying choices, 215–216, 220, 229; fortification of, 156; gluten-free options, 134–135; labeling, 29, 122, 123–124, 134, 136; as nutrients source, 166; whole grains, 133, 134–135, 166
Quinoa Stir-fry, 224
Grandjean, Philippe, 188
GRAS (“Generally Recognized as Safe”), 59–61, 143–144
Great Lakes Crop Summit, 35
Grocery Manufacturers Association, 9, 10
guar gum, 239
gut bacteria (microbiome), 69–70, 77–78, 102, 132, 164, 171
H
Hampton Creek (vegan food startup), 20
Harvard University, 30, 81–82, 92
Hawaii Center for Food Safety (Hawaii CFS), 42–43
“health” foods. See also low-calorie processed foods
flavored waters as soda alternatives, 109–110
sugars in, 83, 89–90, 126–127, 129, 132, 133
health policy. See U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; U.S. Department of Agriculture; U.S. Food and Drug Administration
heart health, 87, 108–109, 126
Heinz Tomato Ketchup, 56
hemp seeds, 100. See also nuts and seeds
Henderson, Elizabeth, 8
herb-drug interactions, 163–164
hexane, 185
HFCS-90 (fructose or fructose syrup), 97, 239–240
high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), 75, 97, 239
honey, 103.
See also natural sweeteners
Horizon Organic Lowfat Chocolate Milk, 161
hormone-treated dairy, 75
Humira, 45
I
I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter, light version, 128
imitation vanilla, 247
Infante, Peter, 22
ingredient evaluation, of packaged foods, 197–205, 231–248. See also specific ingredients
to avoid at all costs, 231–248
Institute of Food Technologists, 35
Institute of Medicine and the National Research Council, 57
insulin and insulin resistance, 65, 67, 76, 87–88, 125
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), 107, 132, 172–173, 235
International Life Sciences Institute (ILSI), 88–89, 111, 115
International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications, 8
iodized salt, 156
“Is the Food Babe a Fearmonger? Scientists Are Speaking Out” (Godoy), 32–35
J
Jif peanut butter, 127
Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, on obesogens, 187
Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, Coca-Cola’s front group investigation by, 113–114
Journal of Food Protection, on milk pasteurization, 19
Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health, on calcium propionate, 234
Journal of Public Health Policy, lack of disclosure for articles published in, 16
Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, on nutrient claims, 137
Journal of the American Dietetic Association, on gluten-free foods’ nutritional value, 133
junkets, sponsored, 37
Just Mayo, 20
K
Keep Food Affordable, 180
Kellogg, 16, 61–62, 88, 92, 95
Kellogg, John Harvey, 153
Ketchum, 14
“Kids Eat Right” seal, 17
kimchi, 102. See also fermented foods
KIND bars, 159
Kraft and Kraft products, xi, xix, 17, 18, 62, 112
Krave cereal, 159
L
labeling. See also “-free” labeling; ingredient evaluation, of packaged foods; warning labels
added sugars, 113
false marketing claims and, 129–130
of high-fructose corn syrup, 97
“made with” labeling, 90, 122, 124
of natural flavors, 129, 148–149, 151
Nutrition Facts labels, 158
of organic foods, 181–182, 183, 184–186, 192
“reduced fat,” 127
sugar’s alternative names, 97, 101
“lactose free,” 136
Lean Cuisine frozen meals, 63
lipogenesis, 86
lobbying and lobbying groups, 10, 18–22, 35, 115–116
local agriculture, supporting, 202–203
locust bean gum, 239
Look East (formerly CMA), 12–13
low-calorie processed foods, 63–77
action steps against, 76, 77–79
diet sweeteners and, 10, 66–70, 238–239, 245
marketing and packaging of, 63–64, 70–71, 74
low-calorie sweeteners, 10, 66–70, 238–239, 245
“low-sugar” labeling, 66
Lucky Charms, 30
Ludwig, David, 15
Lukens, Ashley, 43
M
“made with” labeling, 90, 122, 124
Manitoba Canola Growers, 35
maple syrup, 103. See also natural sweeteners
Marathon bars, 159
March Against Myths About Modification (MAMyths), 33, 43–44
Mayo Clinic Proceedings, on sugar consumption, 87
mayonnaise false advertising lawsuit, 20
McDonald’s, 16, 17, 19, 55–56, 128
meal times, 100
meats
detoxifying choices, 216, 220, 229
as healthy fat source, 100
organic, 100, 182–183, 186, 194
media, biased. See biased media
Medifast diet, 74
Merck Animal Health, 9
Merisant, 71
metabolic syndrome, 69–70, 87–88
methylparaben, 242
microbiome (gut bacteria), 69–70, 77–78, 102, 132, 164, 171
Miller, Henry, 34
Minute Maid Frozen Concentrate Orange Juice, 30
miso, 102. See also fermented foods
modified sugars, 125
monoglycerides and diglycerides (mono- and diglycerides), 128, 240–241
monosodium glutamate (MSG), 75, 143, 241
Monsanto. See also Roundup weed killer academic proponents of, 11–13
astroturfing program by, 41
bovine growth hormone rBGH produced by, 194
front groups associated with, 8, 9, 34
junket sponsorship by, 37, 181
New York Times exposé on, 14
trade groups associated with, 35
World Health Organization versus, 172–173
Morrison, Denise, xx
Morton Salt Company, 156
Mother Jones (magazine), on ACSH, 7
Mozaffarian, Dariush, 65
MSG (monosodium glutamate), 75, 143, 241
“multigrain” labeling, 122, 123–124
N
National Academy of Science, 127
National Organic Standards Board, 193
National Resources Defense Council, 59
National Restaurant Association, 9
action steps against, 152
addiction to, 141–142, 144–147
and artificial flavors, defined, 149
ingredients in, 139–140, 142–143, 148–149
in organic products, defined, 149
“with other natural flavors,” defined, 149
natural sweeteners, 103
Nature (journal), on cellulose, 69–70
Nestlé, 17
New England Journal of Medicine, on effects of sugar, 81–82
news media (biased). See biased media New York Times
academic’s comments on Hari, 13
on calories and food digestion, 65
on Coca-Cola sponsored dieticians, 114
exposé on academics as lobbyists, 14
investigations of disclosure cover-ups, 34
on obesogens, 187
niacin, 159
nonalcoholic fatty liver disease, 86
nondairy labeling, 136
“no sugar added” labeling, 121, 123
NPD Group, 131
NutraSweet (aspartame), 66, 109, 125, 232
nutrient claims. See labeling
nutrition experts, 17–18, 25–26, 112–113, 114
Nutrition Facts labels, 158
Nutrition Journal, on polyunsaturated fats, 28
“Nutrition Scientists on the Take from Big Food” (Simon), 15–16
nuts and seeds
in 48-Hour Toxic Takedown, 216–217, 220–221
as natural nutrients source, 166–167
as omega-3 fatty acid source, 161–162
pesticide treatment of, 170
“reduced fat” peanut butters, 127
O
“Off the Block” cheese labeling, 129
oils. See fats and oils
One Degree Sprouted Brown Rice Crisps, 167
online astroturfing. See astroturfing campaigns
orange juice, 161
Oregon Farm Bureau, 35
action steps for, 176, 194–196
Big Food industry on, 179–181, 184
farmer safety and, 190
glyphosate contamination and, 176
labeling, 181–182, 183, 184–186, 192, 194
lean meats as healthy fat source, 100
organic pesticides and, 192–193
pesticides and, 183, 184, 188–191, 194–195
weight loss and, 187
organic natural flavors, defined, 149
Oscar Mayer, 92
“other natural flavors,” defined, 149
P
Panera Bread, xix
Parry, James, 172
partially hydrogenated oils (artificial trans fat), 242
Pepperidge Farm products, xvii–xviii, xix–xx, 29
PepsiCo
European vs. U.S. products, 53–54
herbal fortification by, 162
sponsorship by, 16, 17, 18, 93
perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), 76
Pesticide Action Network, 189
pesticides. See also Roundup weed killer
biased media reporting on, 37–39
Cornell Alliance for Science’s stance on, 8–9
front groups on, 9
as obesogens, 76
organic foods and, 183, 184, 188–191, 194–195
pharmaceutical industry, 28–29
phosphoric acid, 109
phthalates, 76
PLOS Medicine (journal), on Big Industry research funding, 14–15
PLU (price look-up) number, 202
Portier, Kenneth, 22
Portland Tribune, on organic foods, 179
potassium benzoate (E212), 110, 243
powdered cellulose, 129
Pratt, Michael, 115
prebiotics, 164
pregnant women, 159, 188, 189–190
Presidential Advisory (AHA), 27–29
President’s Cancer Panel, 190
processed foods. See also beverage industry; fortified foods; ingredient evaluation, of packaged foods; low-calorie processed foods; natural flavors
with AHA’s “heart check” seal of approval, 29–30
AJCN’s stance on, 16
cancer rates and, 201
leaky gut syndrome and, 164–165
propaganda, 3–23. See also biased media; “health” foods
for low-calorie processed foods, 71–72
New York Times exposé on, 14
nutrition experts and, 17–18, 25–26
of trade groups, 10
trade groups and associations as, 10–11
propyl gallate, 242
propylparaben (E216), 242
protein bars, 89
Pumpkin Spice Latte (Starbucks), xi, xiii, 105–108
Pure, White, and Deadly (Yudkin), 82–83
Purely Elizabeth Ancient Grain Granola, 167
Q
Qi’a Superfood cereals, 167
Quaker Oats products, 56
Quinoa Stir-fry, 224
R
ractopamine, 186
real foods. See whole foods
“real fruit” labeling, 90, 122, 124
Red #3 (erythrosine), 243
Red #40 (allura red), 53, 56–57, 110, 243
“reduced fat” labeling, 127
refined sugars
in “health” foods, 89–90, 126–127, 129, 132, 133
weight gain and, 94
Regeneron/Sanofi, 29
research, sponsored, 14–17, 88–89, 92–96, 114, 143–144
restaurants, dining out at, 203–204. See also specific restaurants
rice starch, 132
rotenone, 192
organic crop ban on, 183
Rowland, Jess, 174
S
saccharin, 66
saccharin (Sweet’N Low), 66, 103, 125
salad dressings
about, 90
Coconut Oil Dressing, 224
salads
for gluten-free diet, 135
Simple Avocado Salad, 225
Sargento shredded cheese, 129
sauerkraut, 102. See also fermented foods
Schatzker, Mark, 144–145, 150–151, 152
Schlatter, James, 66
Schubert, Dave, 171
Schwarcz, Joe, xiv
seeds. See nuts and seeds
Sensient Technologies Corporation, xiii
serotonin, 102
60 Minutes interview, on food addiction, 146–147
Skinny Cow ice cream sandwiches, 68–69
skipping meals, 100
sleep habits, 102
SlimFast diet, 74
Smart Start cereal, 159
snacks, 66, 70–71, 74, 119–121
SoBe drinks, 162
social media, xvi, xx–xxi, 6–7, 32–33, 39–42, 43–44
soda industry. See beverage industry
Soda Politics (Nestle), 116
sodium benzoate (E211), 243
sodium labels, 136
sodium phosphate, 244
soybean oil, 28, 129, 132, 185, 244
Special K cereal, 95
spices, 102
spinach, 162. See also vegetables
Spinning Food (Friends of the Earth), 180
sponsored junkets, 37
sponsored research, 14–17, 88–89, 92–96, 114, 143–144
sprouted grains, 166
Starbucks, activism against, xi, xiii, 62, 105–108
Stare, Frederick, 92
stevia, 103, 245. See also natural sweeteners
stevia extract, 245
“Straight Talk” campaign, 9–10
strawberry flavorings, 143, 146
Subway petition, 11–12, 26, 62
sucralose (Splenda), 73, 110, 125, 245
sugar and sugar consumption, 81–103. See also artificial sweeteners; beverage industry
action steps against, 100, 102–103
addiction to, 84–85, 91, 98–99, 100, 102–103
AHA’s “heart check” seal of approval for sugar foods, 29–30
alternative names for, 97, 101
by farm animals, 96
negative consequences of, 85–88
Sugar Association, 10
“sugar-free” labeling, 66, 119–121, 123, 125–126
sunflower oil, 185
synthetic vitamins, 157–158, 246
T
Takeda, 29
Taubes, Gary, 92
TBHQ (tert-butylhydroquinone), 246–247
Tetrick, Josh, 20
T. H. Chan School of Public Health, 30
titanium dioxide, 247
tooth decay, 86
Total Raisin Bran, 159
trade groups and associations, 10–11, 71, 111, 112–113, 143–144, 180–181
trans fats, 127–128, 240–241, 242
tributyltin (TBT), 76
Trix cereal, 30
Truvani (author’s food company), 140–141
Two Moms in the Raw cereal, 166
2,3-pentanedione, 152
U
University of Colorado School of Medicine, 113–114
University of Maryland, 94
U.N. Special Rapporteurs on Toxics and the Right to Food, 191
USA Today, on coconut oil, 27
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 114–115
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), 10, 19, 20, 84, 96–97, 192–193
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 10, 190
U.S. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 10, 18–19, 96–97
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 21–22, 173–174, 190, 193
U.S. Farmers and Ranchers Alliance (USFRA), 9–10, 34
U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
beverage industry and, 115–116
Big industry lobbying to, 20, 22
on eggless mayo, 20
flour guidelines by, 238
on high-fructose corn syrup labeling, 97
natural flavor guidelines by, 140, 144, 152
on “natural” labeling, 123
partially hydrogenated oils ban by, 127
scientific studies’ influence on, 15
U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO), 60–61, 158
U.S. News & World Report, diet rankings by, 72–75
U.S. Right to Know, 114–115, 176
V
V8 Splash Fruit Medley juice drink, 199
vegetables
detoxifying choices, 213–215, 219–220, 228–229
for gluten-free diet, 135
as omega-3 fatty acid source, 162
W
Walgreens, 45
Washington Post, on organic foods, 38
Washington Times, on author’s activism, xxi
water, 76, 102, 117, 211, 217. See also flavored waters
websites, for Big Food and Ag industries, 6–7, 44–45
weight gain, 85, 111–112, 113–114
weight loss
candy and, 94
exercising and, 78–79, 102, 111–112
from gluten-free diet, 131–132
with low-fat diets, 126
organic foods and, 187
processed foods and, 95–96. See also low-calorie processed foods
real food and, 65–66, 77–78. See also 48-Hour Toxic Takedown
Weight Watchers, 72
West, Arch, 145
Westsoy Organic Original SoyMilk, 29
white fish, 162. See also fish
whole foods. See also fruits; grains; meats; nuts and seeds; vegetables
digestion of, 65
as fatty acid sources, 161–162
natural nutrients in, 159–160, 166–167
whole grains, 133, 134–135, 166
WikiLeaks, 116
Wishbone EVOO salad dressings, 129
Wood, Mike, 48
Words to Eat By (communications company), 37–38
World Health Organization, 22, 107, 115, 132, 172–173
wrinkles, 86
X
xanthan gum, 133
Y
Yellow #5 (tartrazine), 53, 56, 110, 248
Yellow #6 (sunset yellow), 56, 248
yellow dye petitions, 62
yoga mat chemical, 26, 62, 232
yogurt, 67–68, 102, 140. See also fermented foods
Z
“zero” calorie health claims, 109–110
zinc, 159