GMOs Part 1 – The Who, What, Why, and Where…

The Hype: On one hand, there are pro-GMO people, scientists, and large biotech corporations producing the genetically modified foods.  Their point of view: -GM foods will save the environment and promote sustainability by using less herbicide and pesticide, thus lowering water pollution and lowering greenhouse gases. -GM foods will solve the world hunger crisis, by…

High Fructose Corn Syrup

The Hype Some say it is poison.  Some say it’s as addictive as cocaine. Some say it is the root cause of obesity and diabetes.  My favorite: “The floozy of the sugar world”(1).  It is man-made and cheap.  It is in A LOT of processed foods.  Is it toxic or harmless?  What is the real…