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"This includes many canned foods particularly soups and some beans, crackers, ramen noodles, many condiments, and many prepared foods. Our appetite for salt is almost as voracious as our appetite for sugar. Salt can mask the lack of real flavor in many manufactured foods. We've become so accustomed to salty foods that we've almost forgotten that real, whole foods—SuperFoods—don't need salt to taste good. It's easy to find sodium on a food label listed in milligrams right on the Nutrition Facts panel, though it can be a bit tricky sometimes to figure out how much is too much." - Wendy Bazilian, DRPH, MA, RD, Steven Pratt, MD, Kathy Matthews, Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients (Get the book.)

"We have been conditioned to eat mostly cooked foods, meat, dairy, sugar, salt, caffeine, junk foods, fried foods, processed foods, and canned foods. These may seem as if they satisfy our hunger, but they do not satisfy our nutritional needs. Industries, which control the eating habits and conditioned beliefs of the populace, desire a continuous market for their processed food. The unhealthy foods we consume make us sick. But when we do become ill, we tend to blame it on a germ or virus." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"Food Refrigerator Pantry Freezer Special Canned pickles 1 to 2 months Transfer all opened canned foods to plastic or glass containers before refrigerating. Canned poultry 2 days Transfer all opened canned foods to plastic or glass containers before refrigerating. Canned sauce (tomato) 5 days Transfer all opened canned foods to plastic or glass containers before refrigerating. Canned vegetables 3 days Transfer all opened canned foods to plastic or glass containers before refrigerating. Carrots 1 to 2 weeks 8 months Catsup 12 months Refrigeration recommended after opening." - Ruth Winter, Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives: A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients Vitamin E (Get the book.)

"The lack of enforceable limits has resulted in widespread contamination of canned foods at levels that pose potential risks. Modern-day pots and pans fare no better in their chemical makeup. When you use a Teflon-coated pan or storage unit (perhaps to avoid the legendary toxin aluminum underneath), you could be trading convenience for toxicity. Unfortunately, Teflon is one of the hardiest man-made products, its molecules surviving forever in the environment and in your body. When heated, Teflon's chemical off-gassing will kill some birds if they are in the same room." - Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith, The Detox Strategy: Vibrant Health in 5 Easy Steps (Get the book.) "Almost all food and water supplies contain some amount of aluminum, for FACT BPA is at unsafe levels in one of every ten servings of canned foods (11 percent) and one of every three cans of infant formula (33 percent). BPA, found in everything from baby bottles and water cooler jugs to bicycle helmets, CDs, and the inside lining of tin cans, is associated with a number of health problems and diseases that are on the rise in the United States population, including breast and prostate cancers and infertility." - Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith, The Detox Strategy: Vibrant Health in 5 Easy Steps (Get the book.)

"I no longer serve the children in my day care center canned foods. I create delicious vegetable sandwiches on healthy bread. The children adapted to the taste of real food and love it. My grandson's health is perfect. Gary Null simplifies information. His protocol and suggestions are practical and easy to follow. My family and I continue our life enhancing lifestyle. Our hopes and goals did come together. JUDY I was the sole caretaker for my husband during his last years. I spent a great deal of time in hospitals totally involved in his illness. My diet at that time was not healthy." - Gary Null and Amy McDonald, The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing (Get the book.)

"If it's difficult to get fresh produce, or if certain choices are out of season in your area, in many instances you'll be able to substitute frozen and canned foods. And of course you'll be buying foods you like! One of the great appeals of the SuperFoods concept is that each SuperFood has sidekicks that give you a range of choices. Unlike many diets, you aren't locked in to particular foods; you'll have a delicious range of choices." - Wendy Bazilian, DRPH, MA, RD, Steven Pratt, MD, Kathy Matthews, Superfoods Rx Diet: Lose Weight with the Power of SuperNutrients (Get the book.)

"Other sources of lead include canned foods and some paints and cosmetics. It is not known whether the amount of lead the average American is exposed to is a significant cause of symptoms or illness. However, it is noteworthy that the concentration of lead in the skeletons of modern Americans is about 500 times higher than the concentration in the bones of individuals living 1,800 years ago.28 People can reduce their exposure to lead by avoiding canned foods and by drinking bottled water or water that is filtered in a way that removes heavy metals." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"Some of the foods mentioned to avoid in this book are all canned foods, processed meats, sugar and grains like barley, com, rye, oats, rice, buckwheat, millet, triticale, bulgur and spelt. Potatoes, yams, parsnips, okra, chickpeas, bean sprouts, turnips, soy, mung, fava and garbanzo beans are not acceptable. No milk products, yogurt, soya milk or coffee substitutes can be used. The list of foods to avoid is longer than mentioned here. However, it is a good option for those who do not have the resources to see a Homeopath to do the home food challenge test." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.) "Some of the foods to avoid that are mentioned in this book are all canned foods, processed meats, sugar and grains like barley, com, rye, oats, rice, buckwheat, millet, triticale, bulgur and spelt. Potatoes, yams, parsnips, okra, chickpeas, bean sprouts, turnips, soy, mung, fava and garbanzo beans are not acceptable. No milk products, yogurt, soya milk or coffee substitutes can be used. The list of foods to avoid is longer than mentioned here." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.)

"If you buy canned foods, look for lead-free cans that have no side seams. Be wary of imported canned foods. Other countries may have no regulations governing the use of lead solder. • Make sure children's hands are clean before they eat. • Keep painted surfaces in good repair, so that older layers of paint are not exposed, chipping, or peeling. Although lead-based paints have been banned for use in residences, numerous older homes and public housing units still contain these paints. Do not allow children to eat paint chips." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"You can use frozen or canned foods that are easy to heat and eat. • You can cook a huge amount once a week and eat the leftovers each day or make two or three dishes on your cooking day for more variety. • You can ask your parents to send you food in a basket (make sure they know what you are eating so you don't get your mother's favorite chocolate cake). • You can figure out four basic meals that you can stand to make and simply rotate through them. • I don't want to eat alone. Sometimes people eat in front of the TV because they live alone and hate the idea of eating by themselves." - Kathleen DesMaisons, Potatoes Not Prozac: Solutions for Sugar Sensitivity (Get the book.)

"Fresh foods are better than frozen foods, but frozen foods are better than canned foods. 10. When buying meats, look for grass-fed meats and free-range poultry. Organic meats and poultry without hormones and antibiotics would be next best; if you can't find them, for meats get lean cuts, and for poultry remove the skin because toxins are stored in the fat. 11. Limit fish with a high mercury content (see page 171), and remember that ocean-caught fish are generally better than farm-raised fish, which are usually laden with PCBs (polychlorinated biphenyls)." - Frank Lipman, Mollie Doyle, Spent: Revive: Stop Feeling Spent and Feel Great Again (Get the book.)

"Occurrence of mutagens in canned foods," Mutation Research, Nov/Dec 1984, Vol. 141 (3-4), pp. 131-134. The study found mutagens in commercially heat-processed foods that are not present in the unheated raw material and appear to be produced during processing. Mutagens in these foods have been observed to display chemical behaviors and induce salmonella strains similar to those mutagens in grilled foods that have been shown to be mammalian carcinogens. 64. "Past, present and future of mutagens in cooked foods," Environmental Health Perspective, August 1986, Vol. 67, pp. 5-10." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.) "His health began a rapid decline from the stresses of PVC pipe glue exposure at work and the need to survive on canned foods during a three-month electricity outage following Hurricane Andrew in 1992. The toxic overload incurred during the hurricane experience led to chronic sinus infections, exacerbated by cheese and wheat allergies. In 1998, at the age of only 34, he was at "death's door," suffering from chronic fatigue, listlessness, and ear, kidney and sinus infections that had grown worse and worse. He was 55 pounds overweight." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.)

"Canned foods can be stored for years, as can frozen foods. The least damaging way of storing food is to freeze it, followed by canning. Removing the enzymes and the reducing compounds will decrease the rate at which these foods oxidize. Removing vitamins and minerals will discourage bacteria and fungi, which must also have these nutrients to grow. The more a food is deprived of nutrients, the more apt is that food to be stable. This is why starch extracted from wheat or potatoes is much more stable and can be stored much longer than the original plant material." - Abram Hoffer, PhD, MD, FRCP(C) and Dr. Jonathan Prousjy, DPHE, DSC, ND, FRSH, Naturopathic Nutrition: A Guide to Nutrient-rich Food & Nutritional Supplements for Optimum Health (Get the book.)

"Canned foods, food storage containers, pacifiers, baby teethers, and dental sealants may contain BPA. The plastic industry will tell you that small amounts of BPA are nothing to worry about. A study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives, however, suggests that when mice are exposed to low levels of BPA for several days, they develop insulin resistance.204 What is so alarming about this discovery is that the levels of BPA used in the experiment would be considered safe for humans by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)." - Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D., Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy (Get the book.)

"People can reduce their exposure to lead by avoiding canned foods and by drinking bottled water or water that is filtered in a way that removes heavy metals. In addition, animal studies and some research in humans suggest that people can reduce lead absorption and/or enhance its excretion by supplementing their diets with various nutrients, including vitamin C, zinc, calcium, and magnesium. Aluminum Alu m i n u m is another potentially harmful metal that is widespread in the environment." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"Reduce or eliminate eating canned foods, not only for this reason, but Emits up to 10 milligauss Emits up to 13 milligauss Emits up to 1 63 milligauss How to Eliminate orReduce EMF Radiation from Home Electronics (contd.) (Safe exposure levels are between 0.5 and 2 milligauss of radiation daily.) Household Electronic Typical Exposure because they can contaminate the food inside. 7. Microwave oven - Emits up to 54 milligauss Close proximity to a microwave can damage sensitive bodily tissues. Get the microwave out of your house as soon as possible." - Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN, Health Begins in the Colon (Get the book.)

"Consume no cakes, chocolate, coffee, dairy products (except yogurt), packaged or canned foods, pies, soft drinks, sugar, tobacco, white flour products, or any junk food. Q Avoid tobacco smoke, which irritates the lungs and eyes, and alcohol, which increases the production of mucus. Q Consider using homeopathic remedies. Sabadilla is good for watery eyes, runny nose, and a dry throat. Another good choice for these symptoms is Wyethia. þ Perform a cleansing fast. (See fasting in Part Three.) Q Try using a good-quality air purifier and filter in your home." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Furthermore, Americans are taking in added sugars not only from obvious foods such as candy, soda, cakes, and cookies, but from packaged, frozen, and canned foods, including cereals, crackers, yogurt, salad dressings, bagels, and peanut butter. Whether Americans are taking in a cup of sugar a day or more, any amount is way too much, some experts insist." - Connie Bennett, C.H.H.C. with Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D., Sugar Shock!: How Sweets and Simple Carbs Can Derail Your Life-- and How YouCan Get Back on Track (Get the book.)

"Ensure that fewer dairy products, fried foods, red meats, pre-prepared foods, and canned foods appear on the table. The most important step is to start by cutting out all brands of foods containing preservatives and other additives or artificial sweeteners. This is essential. The next step is to serve a meal without meat or dairy products once or twice a week. Make no comment about the omission, just sit down and carry on as usual. If you do comment, you could find strong resistance. Just take it slowly." - Mary-Ann Shearer, Perfect Health the Natural Way (Get the book.)

"In fact, reduce the number of canned foods that you consume. Bisphenol A, which mimics estrogen, is leached from the can liners into the foods. For conga lines of insects, don't resort to toxic cans of bug killer, which is ineffective and unnecessary. Instead, clean the home, remove the clutter, and use boric-acid-based bait stations. Keep all cleaners up high (oven cleaner can burn the esophagus if children get hold of it). Filter your drinking water." - Mehmet C. Oz., M.D. and Michael F. Roizen, M.D., You: Staying Young: The Owner's Manual for Extending Your Warranty (Get the book.)

"Sugar is widely used in the food industry in canned foods, jams, jellies, juices, sweets and soft drinks. Sugar cane and sugar beet are grown on a large scale and are processed by grinding, pressing out the sap and crystallising to produce molasses (unrefined sugar syrup), brown sugar and finally white sugar (by repeated crystallisation). In addition to these two main industrial sources of sugar, relatively small amounts of palm sugar and maple syrup are produced in rural areas by tapping the sugary sap from sugar palms or sugar maples and concentrating it by boiling or evaporation." - Ben-Erik van Wyk, Food Plants of the World: An illustrated guide (Get the book.)

"Processed foods, such as frozen dinners, restaurant meals, and canned foods, contribute the most salt in your diet. If you cut down on those foods and limit the salt you use while cooking and at the table, you'll be on your way to lower blood pressure. Won't your food taste bland without salt? Not if you make some smart — and delicious — substitutions. Here are some healthy alternatives to salt. Grab some garlic. The ancient Chinese used this fragrant bulb to fight high blood pressure, and scientific studies have shown this spice lowers blood pressure and cholesterol." - The Editors of FC&A, Unleash the Inner Healing Power of Foods (Get the book.)

"The reality is that processed, packaged, canned foods and fast foods contain extremely high levels of sodium, which is used in part as a preservative. It also makes foods taste better and stimulates your appetite (makes you want to eat more food). For example, an average can of soup has more than 500 mg of sodium, a can of vegetables has approximately 400 mg and even a slice of cheese has about 200 mg, depending on the type of cheese. There are even approximately 125 mg of sodium in a cup of 1 percent low-fat milk. Here is the relevance of sodium in your diet." - Craig Pepin-Donat, The Big Fat Health and Fitness Lie (Get the book.)

"Be wary of imported canned foods. Other countries may have no regulations governing the use of lead solder. • Make sure children's hands are clean before they eat. • Keep painted surfaces in good repair, so that older layers of paint are not exposed, chipping, or peeling. Although lead-based paints have been banned for use in residences, numerous older homes and public housing units still contain these paints. Do not allow children to eat paint chips. Hire a professional to remove lead-based paint from any surface; people can poison themselves by burning or scraping off layers of paint." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"Most foods sold in boxes, cans, jars, bottles, and bags have added sugar, refined sugarlike carbs, or trans fats. canned foods tend to have a higher glycemic index—more of a sugarlike effect—because sitting in water breaks down much of their fiber. Frozen foods are acceptable when fresh ones aren't available, but read the Ingredients list carefully, and reject foods with unhealthy ingredients. Food-Philosophy Principle #4." - Jack Challem, Stop Prediabetes Now: The Ultimate Plan to Lose Weight and Prevent Diabetes (Get the book.)

"Canned poultry 2 days Transfer all opened canned foods to plastic or glass containers before refrigerating. Canned sauce (tomato) 5 days Transfer all opened canned foods to plastic or glass containers before refrigerating. Canned vegetables 3 days Transfer all opened canned foods to plastic or glass containers before refrigerating. Carrots 1 to 2 weeks 8 months Catsup 12 months Refrigeration recommended after opening. Chili or cocktail sauce (unopened) 12 months Refrigeration recommended after opening." - Ruth Winter, Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives: A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients Vitamin E (Get the book.)

"Suggestion #1: Avoid commercially canned foods that often contain unnecessary and unnatural salt and flavorings. Replacement: Buy fresh or frozen foods and season them yourself with unrefined salts such as those listed above in Table 19 on page 92. Suggestion #2: Avoid common table salt in your home and at restaurants. Replacement: Always have unrefined salt on hand at home for seasoning and cooking. Try carrying a small package of unrefined salt with you when going to a restaurant." - M.D. David Brownstein, The Guide to Healthy Eating (Get the book.)

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