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Did you know that 70% of the US food supply is made up of ultra-processed foods? In this eye-opening episode of the Dr. Josh Axe Show, we dive deep into the controversial topic of potential snack and candy bans sweeping across America. Dr. Axe uncovers the hidden dangers lurking in your pantry and explores the shocking health risks associated with common food additives. You’ll learn: Alarming chemicals found in popular cereals, candies, and sports drinks Why countries like the UK and France have already banned these harmful ingredients The surprising link between ultra-processed foods and chronic illness How artificial colors like Red 40 and Yellow 5 may be affecting your child's behavior Simple swaps to reduce your exposure to harmful additives and improve your health Expert tips on navigating food labels and making healthier choices for you and your family Tune in to arm yourself with the knowledge you need to protect your health and make informed decisions about the foods you eat. You'll walk away with practical strategies to reduce your intake of ultra-processed foods and take control of your well-being. Don't miss this critical episode that could change the way you think about your favorite snacks forever! #ultraprocessedfoods #healthyeating #cancerprevention #foodadditives #nutrition #drjoshaxe Want more of The Dr. Josh Axe Show? Subscribe to the YouTube channel . Follow Dr. Josh Axe Instagram Twitter Facebook Tik-Tok ------ Links: https://nypost.com/2024/04/17/lifestyle/these-popular-snack-foods-could-be-banned-in-certain-states/ https://www.wildhealth.com/blog/everything-to-know-about-the-rise-of-processed-foods-in-the-united-states https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/28/health/ultraprocessed-food-health-risks-study-wellness/index.html https://www.bmj.com/content/384/bmj-2023-077310 https://www.bmj.com/content/378/bmj-2021-068921 https://www.efsa.europa.eu/en/topics/topic/food-additives https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/8/1704 https://www.henryford.com/blog/2023/09/ultra-processed-foods#:~:text=Research%20suggests%20that%20between%2060,beverages%20that%20are%20highly%20processed . https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9052604/ https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/processed-foods/ https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/risk-factors/obesity.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices