What's Wrong with Politically Correct Nutrition?

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What's Wrong with " Politically Correct " Nutrition?

 

PC DIETARY GUIDELINES

 

 

PC DIETARY DANGERS

Avoid saturated fats Saturated fats play many important roles in the body. They

provide integrity to the cell membrane, enhance the body's use of essential

fatty acids, enhance the immune system, protect the liver and contribute to

strong bones. Saturated fats do not cause heart disease. In fact, saturated fats

are the preferred food for the heart. Your body makes saturated fats out of

carbohydrates.

Limit cholesterol Dietary cholesterol contributes to the strength of the

intestinal wall and helps babies and children develop a healthy brain and

nervous system. Foods that contain cholesterol also provide many other important

nutrients. Only oxidized cholesterol, found in powdered milk and eggs,

contributes to heart disease. Powdered milk is added to 1% and 2% milk.

Use more polyunsaturated oils Polyunsaturates in more than small amounts

contribute to cancer, heart disease, autoimmune diseases, learning disabilities,

intestinal problems and premature aging. Large amounts of polyunsaturated fats

are new to the human diet, due to the modern use of commercial liquid vegetable

oils.

Avoid red meat Red meat is a rich source of nutrients that protect the heart

and nervous system including vitamins B12 and B6, zinc, phosphorus, carnitine

and Coenzyme Q10.

Cut back on eggs Eggs are nature's perfect food, providing excellent protein,

the gamut of nutrients and important fatty acids that contribute to the health

of the brain and nervous system. Americans had less heart disease when they ate

more eggs. Egg substitutes cause rapid death in test animals.

Eat lean meat and drink lowfat milk Lean meat and lowfat milk lack fat soluble

vitamins needed to assimilate protein and minerals in meat and milk. Consumption

of low-fat foods can lead to depletion of vitamin A and D reserves.

Limit fat consumption to 30% of calories 30% calories as fat is too low for

most people, leading to low blood sugar and fatigue. Traditional diets contained

40% to 80% of calories as healthy fats, mostly of animal origin.

Eat 6-11 servings of grains per day Most grain products are made from white

flour, which is devoid of nutrients. Additives in white flour can cause vitamin

deficiencies. Whole grain products can cause mineral deficiencies and intestinal

problems unless properly prepared.

Restrict salt Salt is crucial to digestion and assimilation. Salt is also

necessary for the development and functioning of the nervous system.

At least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day Fruits and vegetables

receive an average of 10 applications of pesticides, from seed to storage.

Consumers should seek out organic produce. Quality counts!

Eat more soy foods Modern soy foods block mineral absorption, inhibit protein

digestion, depress thyroid function and contain potent carcinogens.