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Is withholding food from a child as punishment ethical? How did Dave Pelzer’s mother use withholding food as punishment? For Dave Pelzer, withholding food as punishment became a regular part of his treatment at home. His mother weaponized food as part of her abuse. Read more about withholding food as punishment in A Child Called “It”.
What is the story of the three vinegar tasters? How do the three vinegar tasters show the difference between Chinese teachings? The three vinegar tasters is a story that illustrates Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. Based on what they taste and how they respond, you come to see what the essence of each faith is. Read on to understand Taoism as illustrated by the three vinegar tasters.
Do you know how to read food labels? What should you be looking for in a list of nutrition facts? Food labels are important sources of information, but you need to know what to look for. If you know how to read food labels, you can make better choices. Read on to learn how to read food labels and what ingredients should be red flags.
What is the meaning of lectins? How do you define lectin? What is the role of lectins? Lectins are large proteins and you can find them in a variety of plant and animal sources. They are a toxin produced by plants as a defense mechanism against predators. Read more about the meaning of lectins for plants and those who eat them. You will learn to define lectin and the risk of consuming it.
What happens in the Plant Paradox Phase 1? How does the Plant Paradox three-day cleanse kickstart the new lifestyle? Plant Paradox Phase 1 is the first step of the diet that creates the Plant Paradox lifestyle. It is a modified fast in the form of a three-day cleanse. Read more about the Plant Paradox Phase 1, also known as the Plant Paradox three-day cleanse.
What are plant lectins? How are lectins plants’ defense mechanism? How do the chemical defenses of plants affect the animals that eat plants? Plant lectins are the toxins produced by plants to keep predators from eating them. This chemical defense of plants can disorient or poison plant predators. Read more about plant lectins, the toxins that are plants’ defense mechanism.
What foods are on the Plant Paradox Yes List? How do the non-food enhancers on the Plant Paradox Yes List help? The Plant Paradox Yes List is a compilation of all the things you’re allowed to eat on the PPP. There are options in every category of food, including fruits and veggies, nuts, and dairy. Learn about all of the options on the Plant Paradox Yes List.
What is on the Plant Paradox food list? How does the Plant Paradox food list change with each phase? Read on to see what you can and can’t eat in each phase of the Plant Paradox Program with this comprehensive look at the Plant Paradox food list.
What should you avoid on the Plant Paradox Program? Which foods are on the Plant Paradox No List? The Plant Paradox No List identifies the things that humans just haven’t adapted to eating yet. See what’s on Plant Paradox No List.
Can you go plant-based on the Plant Paradox Program? What does a lectin-free vegan diet look like? Read about how a lectin-free vegan diet works and how to adapt Plant Paradox for vegetarians.