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Scientists believe that the sudden and dramatic increase in pro-inflammator y stomach bacteria is caused by an environmental factor, more than likely modern additions to the food supply. A n experiment was conducted on mice in which they were fed two common additives found in processed foods. e mucus layer that protects the intestines was infiltrated with bacteria that contained a high level of two molecules k nown to cause the immune system to elicit pro- inflammator y responses. is is strong evidence that additives impact metabolism and may be a key factor in intestinal diseases. Many have turned to probiotics, which stimulate the grow th of good bacteria in the gut, as a solution to their digestive and intestinal troubles. e probiotic market in North A merica is projected to grow by 7.7% by 2019, to become a $584 million market. With the unprecedented rise of additives and processing in recent years, this is no coincidence. A government subsidy on healthy foods would certainly help maers. Currently our government subsidizes corn, which makes high fructose corn syrup extremely cheap and has become the secret ingredient in many packaged food items. In our backwards food market, a candy bar is cheaper than a piece of fruit. But if you dig a lile deeper, that candy bar has a much higher price. "Fresh and healthy foods actually do save a lot of money in the long run – on health costs," says Abigail Dougherty, a registered licensed dietitian and nutritionist in Tampa and the founder of e Soul of Health. Over the next 10 years, it is estimated that 95% of A merican adults will be over weight. e obesity epidemic costs us roughly $190 million per year in medical costs, which is more than 10% of the U.S. health care budget. is number is expected to skyrocket in the near future. Educate Yourself Experts agree that the only way to avoid GMOs is to buy organic or foods in their natural state without any additives. Eating whole foods will retrain your brain to crave real foods rather than the salts, sugars and oils that are used in most processed foods. To avoid GMOs, research a company's practices, ask questions and read labels. Choose grocer y stores like Whole Foods that focus on a bev y of organic options and only sells products that meet their high natural standards without artificial colors, sweeteners, preser vatives, and others. "Ever y time we shop for our families, we choose what we purchase," says K rieger. "If we stick with the basics—fruits and vegetables in season, protein foods in as whole a form as possible, whole potatoes, raw rice without seasoning and bread that is as fresh as possible —that is the start to nutritious meals." "It is not about being on or off your diet but realizing that it's tr ying to eat your best one meal at a time," Dougherty adds. "I always advise my clients to start adding one fruit or veggie at each meal or snack." Naviating our food supply can be over whelming and labels can oen be deceiving , but there are resources available to help you. e USDA National Nutrient Database and the USDA SuperTracker Food-A-Pedia provide unbiased, science- based nutritional information that consumers can rely on, and they're both available online at no cost. "We need to start educating ourselves on what we are eating. Being aware of what we are puing in our bodies," says Dougherty. "Just turning over the box of crackers and check ing to see what is in the food. Oen people are surprised when they start reading ingredient lists of foods and these foods read more like a science experiment than a recipe." Continued from page 69 DIRTY LITTLE SECRETS Florida's Only Boating Lifestyle Magazine FloridaBoatingMag.com 941.227.7331 By the publishers of Florida Homes and Gravitas Magazine Sarasota Longboat Key G u lf O f M e xi c o Moore's Stone Crab Mar Vista Dockside Longboat Key Lo ngboat P a ss 1 1 2 11 6 6 Excursion Restaurants Hotels Marinas Airports Fuel Launch Water Depth Channel DISCLAIMER: Florida Boating Magazine does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the map data and will not be liable for any damage or loss resulting from your use of the map or data. S a ra so t a B ay Bird Key St Armands Circle Lido Key Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art Pattigeorge's Portofino Ristorante & Bar The Old Salty Dog New Pass Grill & Bait Shop Chart House N e w P a s s CHANNEL 1 3 1 4 5 1 3 2 2 6 2 11 10 9 4 6 6 5 2 6 14 4 4 MOTE Aquarium Downtown Sarasota FloridaBoatingMag.com U FLORIDA BOATING MAGAZINE | 35 34 | FLORIDA BOATING MAGAZINE U FloridaBoatingMag.com Dry Dock Waterfront Grill N 27 o W85 o C O A S TA L L I F E S T Y L E S & D E S T I N AT I O N S WINTER 2015 | GULF COAST EDITION VIAGE Group Sarasota Bay EXCURSION: L o n g b o at K e y & n a p L e s FloridaBoatingMag.com Exclusive Boating Excursion Guides Tampa to Marco Island