Food Labels Revealed

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In this, the last episode of the podcast, I look back over the previous 9 years to share memories, to talk about the most relevant, meaningful, and surprising learnings, and relate some of my favorite shows.  The programs will continue to be available online, so please share them with your acquaintances, friends, and family to continue to spread the knowledge of how m...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In this second episode that reviews toxic additives that wind up in our food supply, I look at three more examples.  In California, these additives were banned in 2023 as part of the California Food Safety Act since the federal government was dragging its feet.  Since then, the FDA has acted on several petitions to extend the bans nationally.  Other toxic additives th...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Throughout both modern and ancient human history harmful ingredients, intentionally or unintentionally, have wound up in commercial foods.  On the intentional side, that practice is called swindling or introducing improvements to make products better.  Either way, the object is to make more money.  On the unintentional side, the addition of poisons to foods is acciden...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  Konjac For the first time in its history, the FLR podcast examines a national donut chain.  The ingredients and nutritional values of 3 donuts are discussed along with the history of the Dunkin’ Donut Company.  How many ingredients can a single donut hold?  We learn that humans should not live on donuts alone. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Face...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Mel scours the internet to find recent news stories about the American food system, which are posted at the Food Labels Revealed Podcast page on Facebook.  Four stories are selected for review and commentary on the subject of ultra-processed foods, butter made out of air, meat and type 2 diabetes, and re-invented Doritos … a little healthier. Show Notes: To Contact Sh...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This biographical podcast series about John Harvey Kellogg, the originator of corn flakes, continues with Part 7 in which I interview Dr. Kellogg for the last time and ask some personal questions about his life. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be s...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This biographical podcast series about John Harvey Kellogg, the originator of corn flakes, continues with Part 6 in which Dr. Kellogg relates the business rivalry and feud that developed between him and his brother Will in the second half of their lives … an acrimonious relationship that never healed. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This biographical podcast series about John Harvey Kellogg, the originator of corn flakes, continues with Part 5 in which Dr. Kellogg describes the processes by which he invented cereals, specifically flaked cereals, which revolutionized the American breakfast, and his reluctant transition from wellness guru to industrialist. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsre...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This biographical podcast series about John Harvey Kellogg, the originator of corn flakes, continues with Part 4 in which Dr. Kellogg describes the establishment of the Battle Creek Sanitarium, the major mission of his life’s work. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This biographical podcast series about John Harvey Kellogg, the originator of corn flakes, continues with Part 3 where the good doctor talks about Biologic Living, his philosophy of a healthy, long life and the basis of his medical practice and teachings. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofproce...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This biographical podcast series about John Harvey Kellogg, the originator of corn flakes, continues with Part 2 where the good doctor talks about his boyhood and education in the Western territory of Michigan in the second half of the 19th century. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfo...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None With this episode begins the first biographical podcast series highlighting the life and times of John Harvey Kellogg, the originator of corn flakes, the first all-American cereal that changed the way people ate breakfast.  But John Harvey Kellogg was more than just an inventor of new food products.  He tried to radically change the way Americans viewed their personal...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Since the beginning of the FLR podcast in 2016, I have focused my attention on the ingredients of industrialized foods and also reported on the nutritional content of those foods.  A great deal of time was spent on examining and critiquing ingredient and nutrition facts labels as regards health implications.  Although that job could never be completed given the contin...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In 2016, this podcast started out talking about ingredients in mainstream cereals.  The current episode re-visits cereals by looking at old ones in new clothes and a few brand-new creations.  What has changed?  What has stayed the same?  Also, a change of course for the show is foreshadowed.  Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  h...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Mel scours the internet to find recent news stories about the American food system, which are posted at the Food Labels Revealed Podcast page on Facebook.  Six stories are selected for review and commentary on the subject of health taxes, cognitive decline, snacking, and the hazards of ultra-processed foods. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com F...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This is the second episode of a two-part series describing several smart phone apps to assist consumers to make smart decisions when considering the purchase of commercial foods.  The main considerations are nutritional quality and the degree of processing (industrialization).  Two other food scanning apps are reviewed in this instructional audio.  Smart phone require...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None How much better the commercial food world would be if a shopper could look at the front of a food package and in a few moments judge how healthy that product is in terms of its nutritional value and the degree of processing?  That’s the subject of today’s episode.  Smart phone required. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https:/...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None I introduce the self-proclaimed Rules to Eat By in this world of overly processed foods that most of us live in.  I share some personal history as a navigator in that world and a good example of someone who came to realize that sugary, fatty, and salty commercial foods were slowly doing me harm. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None From the latest headlines in food science and research, I report on lab meat, ultra-processed foods, false claims, the bad side of salt, and toxic chocolate. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can be subscribed to at the iTunes store, or Google Play, or u...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None We’re talking about food labels --- one of the greatest gifts provided to the American people by their government, i.e., the Nutrition Facts Label.  Join Mel as he takes a deep dive into the arcane and murky world of the Code of Federal Regulation, a realm so obscure that only an expert speaker in governese can make sense of it.  He tries … he fails … but still manage...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None Food additives … everybody’s favorite subject!  This FLR episode looks at how food additives get approved (or not) for inclusion in the American food supply.  Some shocking reveals are made.  We are likely not as protected as we think we are.  Listen in and pick up some interesting facts. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In today’s show, we’re going to delve into your knowledge of food ingredients.  Yes, that means there’s a quiz, BUT don’t panic.  Don’t get nervous.  Don’t get your cheat notes out.  It’s all for fun and education.  Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page:  https://www.facebook.com/prophetofprocessedfood/?ref=bookmarks The podcast can...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None This short episode has been watered down.  I address the subject of water, specifically how we buy it, why we buy it, and how that leads to expensive decisions.  Which is better, tap water or bottled water?  Are we being bamboozled by megacompanies like Coca Cola, Pepsico, and Nestle?  Let’s dig into that subject. Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail...

FLR 077:  Lab Meat --- The Next Food Revolution? INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  None In this news show, the supposed next food revolution is discussed through recent news stories.  Whether we’re ready for it or not, the advent of cultivated meat is at our doorstep.  How will you react to this forthcoming brave new world of food? Show Notes: To Contact Show:  foodlabelsrevealed@gmail.com Facebook Page: ...

INGREDIENTS OF THE DAY:  Bamboo Fiber, Citrus Fiber, Eucheuma Seaweed, and Ferric Pyrophosphate In Great Britain, but not in the USA, Burger King is adding new plant-based sandwiches to their menu.  This episode explores the 100% vegan version of a chicken and bacon analog looking at both the ingredient content and the nutritional profile.  Also, a recent announcement by the American Academy of Pe...