Recorded on February 11, 2025, Richard Syrett (Sauga 960AM) speaks with Pam Killeen about the alarming prevalence of ultra-processed foods in children’s diets and their connection to obesity and chronic diseases. She explores the historical context of processed foods, the cultural shifts that have led to a decline in home cooking, and the need for a change in dietary mindset to promote healthier eating habits.
Takeaways
Nearly half of preschool children’s daily intake comes from ultra-processed foods.
Ultra-processed foods contain toxic ingredients like seed oils.
The processed food industry has been a massive experiment since World War II.
Food insecurity influences the consumption of ultra-processed foods.
Cooking from scratch is often demonized and seen as less desirable.
Cultural propaganda has shifted perceptions about cooking and food preparation.
The World Health Organization has warned about processed foods since 2003.
There is a need to return to basic cooking skills for better nutrition.
Healthy traditional meals have been wrongly demonized by experts.
A shift in mindset is necessary to embrace healthy eating.
Sound Bites
“They demonized making meals from scratch.”
“We have to undo that brainwashing.”
“Steak is healthy.”
Chapters
00:00 The Impact of Ultra-Processed Foods on Children’s Health
02:42 Historical Context of Processed Foods and Their Rise
05:48 Cultural Shifts in Cooking and Food Preparation
08:05 The Call for Change in Food Choices and Policies
Pam Killeen Resources
Website –www.pamkilleen.com or www.truthoverspin.com
Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pam.killeen.9/
Instagram –https://www.instagram.com/circadianpam
YouTube — http://www.youtube.com/pamkilleen
Rumble — https://rumble.com/c/c-6784666
LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/pam-killeen-bab652218/
Substack –https://pamkilleen.substack.com/
X -https://x.com/PamKilleen
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Keywords: ultra-processed foods, children’s health, obesity, nutrition, cooking from scratch, food industry, health risks, dietary changes, cultural shifts, food marketing