Why is it such a big deal?
So what’s the big deal with eating chicken? All this fuss
about steroids, antibiotics and the “supposed” affects it has on people
specifically women: fibroids, earlier start of menstruation cycle, people
becoming immune to medication, and many more things. Let’s look a little deeper
to discuss what is safe for you.
Why the need for antibiotics and steroids?
As we all know, the world is growing. With growth comes more
of a demand for supply. The normal growth cycle for animals, and plants, takes
too long when it comes to supplying the consumer. If you notice pretty much
everywhere there is a chicken shop and a burger joint on every corner. Not to
mention McDonalds,
Chick Fil-A, Wendy’s and the like. So where do they get all of
their meats from so quickly? You guessed it- injecting animals so they quickly
grow. These growth hormones are placed in their foods or injected in their
bodies.
Now in theory it makes absolute sense- more people means the
need for more food so why not come up with a quick solution that satisfies
everyone? Well it gets much deeper than that.
These antibiotics and steroids- while they help supply more chicken and
other foods- are not safe when eaten in abundance as well as while it “seems”
this is done for the consumer- it’s really all about the money. Supplying meats
quicker means more money and so by any means necessary this must be done. This
article will not go into the politics of this process but just understand when
it is said these chemicals are safe, it’s not being said for your well-being,
it’s being said so you will continue to buy it!
There are cases of people now becoming immune to antibiotics
because it is already in their systems from the chicken, and other meats. Doctors are now beginning to advise women who
have cyst or are prone to fibroids to cut back on chicken or at least begin
consuming meats and produce without the use of antibiotics and steroids.
Studies are even being done to see if these growth hormones need to be removed
altogether because as mentioned people
are beginning to become immune to prescribed antibiotics since it is already in
their system. Studies are also showing that growth chemicals used in dairy rBST
while deemed safe, when interacting with other chemicals in the body then
promote the growth of cancer.
So What Now?
This is why it’s so important to understand what to
purchase. As discussed in a few articles, yes healthier food options may cost
more but your health is priceless! So here are the best options to remove these
growth hormones as much as possible:
1.
- Buy organic or locally grown meats and other
products- both do not have antibiotics and hormones
- Look for dairy products that say- organic or not
treated rBST hormones
- Eat less fast foods- unless organic ALL of the
meats, produce, and dairy are treated with antibiotics, hormones, and
pesticides
- Eat out less altogether- as mentioned unless the
restaurant is organic or supplies locally grown foods, it is probably stocked
full of yuckiness (sorry to be so blunt but it’s the truth). So it’s best to
eat more home cooked foods
So hopefully this article at least has you thinking of some
immediate changes that you can make for you and your family if you have one.
It’s time to start thinking proactively instead of reactively. We do not have
to wait for a doctor’s report to make some changes let’s make those changes
NOW!!
Nakeesha’s Nutrition would be honored to help you further in
your health journey. www.nakeeshasnutrition.com
Thank you for your attention. You are really investing the
time it takes to Put YOU First! Remember it’s not a diet…..it’s a lifestyle
In Health,
Nakeesha of Nakeesha’s Nutrition
Certified Nutritionist
Health and Wellness Expert
