Nutrition Unmasked

Pesticides have changed—but only because science and regulation forced them to. In this episode, we explore how the creation of the EPA and modern regulatory frameworks reshaped pesticides into safer, more controlled tools—and why those protections are more important now than ever. We’ll break down how today’s pesticides are tested, regulated, and monitored, and why comparing them to chemicals fro...

When you hear the word pesticide, what comes to mind? Danger? Cancer? Corporate greed? Or maybe… nothing at all? In this first episode of a four-part series, we go back to the beginning—long before warning labels and viral headlines—to understand how pesticides actually came to be. We start with the earliest forms of pest control: simple, naturally occurring substances humans used to protect crops...

IMPORTANT LINK TO LABELS! https://www.savorthescience.com/blog In this episode, we roll up our sleeves and dive even deeper into the world of food and supplement labels—using a few “totally real, definitely not made-up” products I’ve created just for this breakdown. You’ll learn how a tiny bit of simple math (promise, it won’t hurt!) can reveal exactly how much of each ingredient is actually in yo...

IMPORTANT LINKS TO THE LABELS! https://www.savorthescience.com/blog Ever wonder what all those tiny words, numbers, and panels on your food and supplement labels actually mean? In this kickoff episode, we break down the basics of label reading so you can finally understand what’s required, what’s optional, and what each section is really telling you. We’ll explore how foods and supplements overlap...

"Pure", "Clean", "Organic".  These words are designed to build consumer trust, but trust without proof can be dangerous.  In this episode we pull apart the marketing halo around these words and unmask why you shouldn't take them at face value.  If you are looking to protect your health, your wealth, and your values, it's time to look past the hype to see the...

The word "natural" shows up everywhere, from juice boxes to supplement labels.  What does it really mean, though?  In this second episode on labels, we explore how consumers, companies, and the courts have wrestled with the slippery term.  From multi-million dollar lawsuits to FDA indecision, we'll uncover how a single word reshaped marketing and consumer trust.   References: https:...

In this first episode of our labeling claims series, we dive into the story behind GMO labels in the U.S. What exactly is a GMO, and why has the conversation around it been so confusing? We’ll unpack the history of GMO labeling, the role special interests played in shaping the rules, and why today’s standards still leave consumers guessing. Along the way, we’ll contrast the U.S. approach with Euro...

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In this episode, we unravel the fascinating history behind the term "snake oil salesman," beginning with the notorious Clark Stanley in the 1800s. We'll trace the evolution of this concept and explore the origins of the first regulations surrounding food and medicine in the United States.  Join us as we dive into the landscape of food and supplement regulations today and discuss how...

In this episode, we delve into the Peanut Corporation of America scandal; an astonishing tale of corporate greed that compromised public safety. We explore the microbiological contaminants that infiltrated peanut products, leading to a nationwide outbreak that sickened over 700 people and tragically claimed the lives of 9 individuals.   Join us as we unpack the decisions made by the company execut...

Soylent promised to be the food of the future.  Instead, it faced bans, backlash and consumer rejection.  In this episode we are going to dig into how hype, bad assumptions and regulatory missteps turned a bold idea into a cautionary tale. References: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070723/ https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2014/feb/05/before-soylent-brief-history-food-replacements https://ww...