Rated D Movies
"They need a new rating system that tells how depressing a movie is." —Laura
My Fruitive Challenge: Day 100 — Fat Content
In Chapter 3 of The Engine 2 Diet , Rip Esselstyn emphasizes the importance of reading food labels. While it's common sense to check labels to ensure products are healthy, Esselstyn highlights that labels often lack critical information. Here’s a paraphrase of his key points: Rule One: Be Skeptical of Marketing Claims Marketing terms like "2% fat," "reduced fat," "fat-free," "healthy," and "natural" can be misleading. These phrases might not mean what you think they do. Rule Two: Study the Nutritional Facts and Ingredients List Always read the nutrition facts and ingredients list of every product. Companies can make a product seem healthier than it is. For instance, a drink labeled "2% fat" might actually contain more than 30% fat based on its calorie content. Let's break down the fat content in milk as an example: 2% Milk: One cup (244 grams) contains 5 grams of fat. On a weight basis, this is 5g/244g = 2% fat. Howeve...
