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Hey everyone, I'm Dr. Katie Snow welcome back to the channel. Today we're diving into one of the most important and honestly shocking topics in nutrition: man-made ingredients in our food system. And today we're going to talk about the three worst on my list. These are the things quietly sabotaging your energy, your metabolism, your hormones, and even your immune system. So, if you're tired, inflamed, or struggling to lose weight, no matter how healthy you eat, then this video is for you. Let's jump right in. 

Number one is seed oils. These are oils like canola, soybean, corn, sunflower, safflower, and cottonseed oil, and their hydrogenated or partially-hydrogenated versions. They sound harmless, right? They're even marketed as heart healthy! 

But here's the truth: when these oils are processed, they become highly unstable. They're heated, bleached, and even deodorized, and that changes their structure for the worse.

Whenever you eat them, even in small, sparing amounts, they oxidize inside your body, creating free radicals that damage cells and inflame tissues. They disrupt your cell membranes, which are made of fat ,and that affects how every cell communicates and takes in nutrients. And many of these oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids, which in excess drive chronic inflammation. This is the root of most autoimmune, thyroid, and metabolic issues. 

You'll find these oils in almost all processed foods. Salad dressings, chips, crackers, baked goods, sauces, and even healthy protein bars, as well as restaurant foods. So, you've got to slow down in the grocery store and read these ingredient lists, and when you're in a restaurant, you need to ask the waiter to see ingredients. 

Next up, number two, is artificial sweeteners. These are the zero calorie traps. Sucralose, aka Splenda, and aspartame, which is found in diet colas, protein powders, gums, and a whole lot more. In fact, if you see sugar-free on the front of a container or box in the grocery store, you need to beware. This could be laden with artificial sweeteners. 

They may save you a few calories, but here's the catch: your brain and your gut don't recognize them as real food. Studies show that they can disrupt your gut microbiome, killing beneficial bacteria that regulate blood sugar and immunity. They can trigger insulin release, and that's even without sugar, confusing your metabolism and leading to cravings and fat storage.

Aspartame in particular breaks down into formaldehyde and aspartic acid. These are both neurotoxic compounds that can affect mood and cognitive function. So, if you're battling brain fog or energy crashes, these sweeteners could be part of the problem if they're in your foods. 

And number three is high fructose corn syrup. This one's everywhere, from sodas to ketchup, breads, yogurts, and even salad dressings. Commonly shortened as HFCS, it is made from genetically-modified corn, and is very cheap and very addictive.

But here's why it's dangerous: it's almost pure fructose, which your liver has to process almost entirely on its own. Extra fructose gets turned into fat in the liver, leading to fatty liver disease and insulin resistance. It can also spike uric acid contributing to inflammation, high blood pressure and joint pain. Basically, high fructose corn syrup hijacks your metabolism and makes you crave more always. 

So, you've been eating these ingredients for years. High fructose corn syrup, aspartame, Splenda, and seed oils of all types–unknowingly, of course. So, what can you do about it?

Here's three simple steps. Number one is start checking labels, especially on sauces, dressings, and snacks. If you see hydrogenated or vegetable oil, sucralose, aspartame, or high fructose corn syrup, put it back on the shelf.

Number two, at restaurants, ask what oils they cook with and ask what oils the salad dressings are made out of. You can always request olive oil, avocado oil, or butter instead. 

And number three is detox and reset. These ingredients don't just pass through, they accumulate over time in your tissues. We recommend for our patients who are coming in and they're just starting over, they've been eating the standard American diet for years. They didn't understand and now they want to do better. So, we'll always start them off with a purification program.

One of our favorites is the SP Detox Balance from Standard Process. It helps pull out stored toxins. It supports liver detoxification and helps rebuild cellular health naturally.

Hey, if you found this video helpful, hit that like button, subscribe for more holistic health videos, and share this video with someone who needs to hear it. Your foods should heal you, not harm you. I'm Dr. Katie Snow, helping you transform your health naturally. See you on the next one.

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