(Natural News) Fast food restaurant Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) has begun to substitute cabbage for lettuce in Australia. The move comes amid shortages of crops in the Land Down Under due to extreme weather. Instead of pure lettuce, the American joint’s branches in Australia are now using a mix of lettuce and cabbage in its burgers […]

(Natural News) There’s no denying that eating junk food is bad for your health, as it’s linked to obesity and an increased risk of various health problems. A report in the Annals of Internal Medicine even found that a diet full of junk food could eventually cause vision loss. Researchers from the University of Bristol in the U.K. looked at a […]

(Natural News) A burger isn’t complete without a plate of salty, greasy French fries. But did you know that fries contain a carcinogen called acrylamide? If you just can’t get enough of French fries, it’s time to read up on the four health risks of eating this popular fast food. Fries can cause weight gain […]

(Natural News) Fried foods are full of acrylamide, a known carcinogen. According to research, consuming things like French fries at least twice a week can significantly increase the risk of premature death. For the study, which was conducted by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers monitored 4,400 men and women for eight years. The participants were aged 45 […]

(Natural News) Fried potatoes and other foods cooked at high temperatures significantly increase cancer risk, according to research. Because of this, the Food Standards Agency (FSA), a government body in the U.K., issued a public warning over the risks of these foods. When foods are cooked at high temperatures or over 120 degrees Celsius, a […]

(Natural News) Who says taters are only good for junk food and fries? Not U.K. scientists, who revealed that potatoes are much more nutritious than originally thought. In fact, they’re so healthy that you can limit your diet to them and stay “pretty healthy,” reported The Daily Mail. According to the publishers of Potato – […]