A study published in the International Journal of Obesity recently found that hormones in factory processed meat (as opposed to farm fresh) is a major cause of obesity. The hormones intended for the cows to grow, when ingested will also cause people to grow. The pesticides in food also contribute to obesity - we are exposed to more than ten types of pesticides every day through our food. BPA is one of them, commonly found in soda bottles. BPA is linked to abnormal estrogen functions.
How can you help yourself? If you must eat meat, aim for grass-fed local meat. Buy glass storage containers, do not reheat food in plastic, and buy canned foods and bottled products labeled BPA-free. To reduce your exposure to pesticides, aim for organic vegetables and fruits.
If you are willing to challenge yourself, look through your pantry today to see what is not labeled BPA-free. Beans, canned veggies, canned fruit? What about pop bottles? Are you willing to stop using those products?
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