Comments on: Master This Rule to Master Your Full Potential

By: Nathan

Nathan — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 20:13:00 +0000

Thank you @michelevieux:disqus! I really appreciate the info.

By: Michele Vieux

Michele Vieux — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 18:32:00 +0000

Again, reading labels is crucial here. Manufacturers can be tricky by adding things to make food look and taste better. As long as there is only the real food listed, you should usually be good. When buying frozen meats, avoid pre-seasoned ones.

Another thing to try to figure out is WHEN the product was frozen i.e. how long after it was picked or slaughtered. There has been some recent research showing that frozen produce actually contains higher percentages of nutrients than fresh because it was picked at its prime and frozen right away, preserving those nutrients vs fresh that is often times picked before it has ripened (not as nutrient-rich) and sits around for weeks or even years (i.e. apples) before making it to your table – losing it nutrient contents over time.

Great questions! Thanks for posting!

By: Nathan

Nathan — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 16:06:00 +0000

One other question. I looked over your secret meat shopping list from like 7 years ago. Do you purchase much frozen meat? I feel like that is also another money saving alternative to fresh…I mean whats the big draw back of buying frozen cuts of meat vs. buying fresh in bulk and then freezing that for later?

By: Nathan

Nathan — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 15:56:00 +0000

Thanks for the pointers on canned food! We have access to some great, local produce here in Ohio, but only in warmer seasons. Also, trying to eat fresh (especially the locally sourced stuff) can get tricky quick on your grocery budget.

If I follow your points in this article – frozen produce is a good, cost-effective alternative to fresh, yes?

By: Michele Vieux

Michele Vieux — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 15:42:00 +0000

Technically those are processed. But if you don’t have access to feeds Produce year round like we do in SD, they can be an ok substitute if you read labels and look for BPA-free cans. Canned tuna is notorious for containing many undesirable ingredients. There should only be the food + water on the ingredients list.

By: Nathan

Nathan — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 14:44:00 +0000

What’s your take on canned items…tuna fish, salmon, beets, tomatoes, beans, etc?
Obviously fresh is preferred, but would these count as real foods or processed items?