In this episode, we discuss the FDA's approval process and the loopholes that allow potentially harmful ingredients to be included in the food we eat and the cosmetics we use. I share the story of a popular food brand that had to recall a product due to severe health issues caused by one ingredient. One that was "FDA approved." Join me as we talk about small ways we can be vigilant about the food we consume. Don't miss the nutritious adaptogens & more at SoulyRested.com/summerdrink ( https://soulyrested.com/summer-drink-recipes/ ) Previous podcast episodes I referred to in this episode: honest talk with a previous Pfizer rep: LISTEN HERE--https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/115-navigating-real-food-for-kids-and-families-with/id1502035061?i=1000659251643 WATCH HERE--https://youtu.be/iPYBtzl1Uss?si=z3x-w8r7GIH0HZ-0 My talk with a former CEO of a multimillion-dollar consulting firm in the food industry: LISTEN HERE--https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/119-unmasking-big-foods-deceptions-learning-to-conquer/id1502035061?i=1000660775763 WATCH HERE--https://youtu.be/K3A-4o1PK4w?si=Uxkvs8-CCQpcXwaE My talk with David Stelzer, founder and CEO of Azure Standard, about the healthy choices of complex sugars: LISTEN HERE--https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-best-sugars-to-use-and-what-sugars-to-avoid/id1502035061?i=1000634613853 WATCH HERE--https://youtu.be/onh2xQkmUfg?si=GPolo33tGZqWY2hc Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: https://soulyrested.com/pantry/ The source I read from in this episode: https://www.cspinet.org/cspi-news/how-food-companies-sneak-new-ingredients-past-fda?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=campaign&_kx=AwqjzNnzBNRLNINq6c0OYTKshMPHe9I00mgGI9vNxS0.QWRHAz FREE resources: Learn how to use fresh milled flour: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7 Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52 Learn about dehydrating food: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq Learn about baking with maple syrup: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747 Learn about making your own maple syrup: https://graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: https://soulyrested.com/howto/ My book: https://amzn.to/45Pt8Pu My website: https://soulyrested.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/souly.rested/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soulyrested Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/soulyrested/ All my favorite ingredients: https://soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen/ The episode is brought to you by the best garlic & more-- Territorialseed.com/simple ( https://territorialseed.com/pages/simple-doesn-t-mean-easy-podcast )