Junk Education

Nutritionists generally recommend following the 80-20 rule, where 80% of your diet consists of whole, nutrient-dense foods and 20% is reserved for treats. For most healthy adults, this means limiting junk food to small portions about once or twice a week, or treating it as a once-in-a-while indulgence rather than a regular meal staple.  Completely banning […]

You’re trying to eat healthy. You pick up a granola bar instead of a candy bar. You order a smoothie instead of a soda. You grab veggie chips instead of potato chips. But here’s the shocking truth: many of these “healthy” foods are packed with just as much sugar, salt, and fat as the junk