Exposing the Reality Behind Supermarket Sliced Bread

Exposing the Reality Behind Supermarket Sliced Bread

We purchased this bread on Jan. 16 to feed the fish in the canal. We tossed it on the table outside and after a week we noticed it was still soft and no mold. That’s when Jason and I decided to do a little science experiment lol

Today is March 18, so 63 days still soft and without mold. So what does this mean? First of all, its not made for human consumption LMAO

Seriously though let’s dive into what we are actually putting into our body by buying supermarket bread. 

Exposing the Reality Behind Supermarket Sliced Bread

In a televised advertisement in Spain, a celebrity showcases sliced bread, boasting its ability to remain fresh from the first slice to the last. Sounds appealing, right? No more dealing with stale slices after a couple of days – pure convenience!

But hold on a moment. Shouldn't we be questioning the unnatural longevity of supermarket bread? If it stays fresh for unusually extended periods, doesn't that raise some concerns?

Let's delve into the composition of the bread lining our supermarket shelves. By examining the facts, you can decide for yourself whether sliced bread is a breakfast staple or a choice better left to the birds (or fish in our neighborhood).

Chemical Manipulation and Nutrient Depletion

Contrary to what one might assume, the whiteness of white bread isn't a natural attribute of the flour. It's achieved through chemical bleaching, resulting in a brighter, more appealing shade. However, this process comes at a cost – the destruction of essential vitamins and the residue of toxic chlorinated hydrocarbons and dioxins.

The Paradox of Enrichment: Stripping Away the Goodness

During the refinement process, which converts grain into refined white flour, over 30 vital nutrients are stripped away. These include significant percentages of Vitamin E, Folic acid, Biotin, Vitamin B6, and numerous minerals and trace elements.

Synthetic Enrichments: A Dubious Solution

To compensate for the lost nutrients, synthetic additives such as vitamins B1, B2, B3, and iron are introduced. However, this isn't a mere restoration of what was removed; it's an addition of substances not naturally present in the flour.

A Blend of Chemical Additives

The list of additives doesn't end there. Flour "improvers," dough conditioners, and preservatives are added to enhance shelf life. This includes a dizzying array of substances like E150 (a-d) Caramel, E481, E472e, E920, E282, E220, E261, and more, all aimed at prolonging freshness.

Hidden Processing Aids

Beyond what's listed on labels, additional chemicals categorized as "processing aids" are utilized. These include enzymes like Phospholipase A2, Fungal a-amylase, L-cysteine, to name a few, each serving specific purposes but potentially sourced from questionable origins.

The Labeling Deception

Much of what is labeled as "whole-wheat bread" may not actually be whole-wheat. Instead, it's often refined white bread with added brown coloring, listed as caramel. Despite the misleading labeling, the product may lack the essential components of true whole wheat.

In conclusion, the truth about supermarket sliced bread reveals a concoction of chemical manipulation, nutrient depletion, and deceptive labeling practices. Whether it's a wise choice for your breakfast table is a decision definitely worth scrutinizing.

Detoxify Your Body and Achieve Tranquility

By Dez Duran-Lamanilao

 

Image source: Bridge To Wellness

 

With the ever expanding range of activities and things that occupy our time, most of us tend to resort to bad eating habits or neglect to exercise as we deal with negative stress. Some people’s reaction to detoxification seems to stem from the perception that it is too scientific and therefore probably not easy to accomplish. What they might not be aware of, when you remove the toxins or any excess waste from your body, you achieve a certain state of tranquility in the way you move, think or feel. There is a lighter feeling or an improved sense of well-being when you decide to cut your sugar intake, drink more water or tea, and eat organic, some of the simplest ways to detoxify your body. 

Green smoothies are increasing in popularity as a natural way to detoxify. Easy to prepare and contain all the vitamins and minerals, they are a sure way to bring you the right amount of nutritional value and get rid of those toxins. Below is a sample recipe that you can try at home. Just blend everything and use organic cucumber, if possible. 

Greenand Clean Smoothie

Ingredients:

1/4 cucumber
1/2 handful spinach or other leafy green vegetables
1/2 avocado
1 celery stalk
2 sprigs fresh mint
1 kiwi fruit
1 cup purified water
1/2 of apple
squirt of lemon

A well-organized detoxification program can naturally cleanse the body, boost your energy, strengthen the immune system and even slow down the aging process. Cindy Lane Ross recommends trying the Regenerative Medicine Center Alabama who’s preferred method of whole-body detoxification, the Far Infrared Sauna therapy, may be the most effective way of getting rid of both chemical and heavy metal toxins from your body.

Detoxify now and free yourself from the agitation and stress caused by unhealthy eating habits and lack of exercise. Your body deserves all the pampering it needs. What better way to do it but to undergo a detoxification process.