Is our food making us sick?

"From ultra-processed foods to hidden chemicals, we ask whether what's on our plates is making us ill. From ultra-processed foods to chemicals linked to cancer and chronic disease, this episode unpacks what's really inside everyday supermarket products. We examine how mass production and convenience culture reshaped our diets, why some ingredients are banned in parts of the world but legal elsewhere, and what FDA-approved actually means."

"We examine how mass production and convenience culture reshaped our diets, why some ingredients are banned in parts of the world but legal elsewhere, and what FDA-approved actually means. We also cut through the fearmongering on social media, where viral claims and influencer warnings can blur the line between legitimate health concerns and misinformation. Presenter: Stefanie Dekker Guests: James Brash Registered dietician Rachel Parent Environmental and safe food advocate"

Mass production and convenience culture have reshaped diets toward widespread consumption of ultra-processed supermarket products. Many common products contain hidden chemicals linked to cancer and chronic disease. Some food ingredients are banned in parts of the world yet remain legal elsewhere due to differing regulatory standards and risk assessments. FDA approval indicates regulatory authorization but does not always reflect consensus about long-term health risks or exposure levels. Social media amplifies viral claims and influencer warnings, blurring the line between legitimate health concerns and misinformation. Distinguishing genuine food-safety issues from fearmongering requires examining regulatory frameworks, industry practices, and evidence quality.

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