A recent article highlights how many of us struggle to shed the weight gained during the holidays, with sugary, processed foods often taking center stage. But what if we could fully enjoy the season without falling into this cycle year after year? At Goodnight’s Red River, we believe the holidays don’t have to be about […]
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A (not so) Radical Approach to Inflammatory Bowel Disease: Carnivore-Ketogenic Diets
A recent study highlights the transformative potential of carnivore and ketogenic diets for patients suffering from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). In a case series of 10 patients, including those with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, all experienced significant clinical improvements and many achieved complete remission—without relying on medications. The diets focused on nutrient-dense, animal-based foods […]
Froot Loops: At the Center of the Fight for Food Freedom
When a sugary, artificially dyed cereal like Froot Loops becomes the focal point of U.S. food politics, you know the conversation is long overdue. The Wall Street Journal’s latest piece dives into how Froot Loops landed at the heart of the debate, thanks to RFK Jr.’s spotlight on the difference between its U.S. and Canadian […]
They Think We’re Too Stupid to Notice
The media’s latest attempt to “fact-check” RFK Jr. shows exactly how deep the manipulation runs. In an article criticizing Kennedy’s claim that U.S. Froot Loops contain more artificial ingredients than the Canadian version, The New York Times proves his point while trying to discredit him. According to the article, the U.S. version of Froot Loops […]
Is “Global” Wellness Really Healthy?
The Global Wellness Institute’s (sounds menacing already) 2024 report highlights a critical tension: the global “wellness economy” is now valued at $5.6 trillion, encompassing sectors from spas and wellness real estate to healthy eating and personal care. While this sounds like progress, the scale and commercialization of wellness raise important questions about its authenticity and […]
An Egg a Day: The Ultimate Superfood for Brain and Body Health
A recent study shows that eating just one egg a day could significantly boost cognitive health in women. While this might come as a revelation to some, it confirms what we’ve always known: eggs are among the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet, and their benefits extend far beyond brain health. Eggs, alongside red meat […]
What Beer vs. Wine Says About Our Diets — and the Real Picture of Food Choices
A new study reveals that beer drinkers tend to have worse diets than wine drinkers. While the findings might seem like a lighthearted jab at beer lovers, they point to a deeper issue about the connection between lifestyle habits and food choices. What we drink often mirrors broader dietary patterns, shaped by culture, marketing, and […]
The Diabetes Crisis: A Wake-Up Call for Real Food and Health Freedom
The recent projection that global diabetes rates will double by 2050 isn’t just alarming; it’s a direct consequence of a food system that values profit over public health. Rising rates of diabetes are a clear symptom of the global shift from traditional, nutrient-dense foods to diets dominated by processed, high-sugar, and refined products. This isn’t […]
Corruption in Food and Pharma: How Power and Profit Can Endanger Public Health
A recent article explores the psychological and societal tendencies toward corruption, pointing to how power and self-interest can lead individuals and institutions to act in ways that benefit themselves at the expense of broader societal good. This concept has clear parallels in the food and pharmaceutical industries, where corruption can manifest in ways that deeply […]
Acknowledging the Problem Is a Start, but Heavy-Handed Government Solutions Miss the Mark
The proposal to tax unhealthy foods shows that government bodies finally acknowledge the harm caused by decades of processed, unhealthy food in the American diet. However, it’s a mistake to think that the same government—whose policies and alliances with the food industry helped create this crisis—can resolve it with sweeping, restrictive measures. At Goodnight’s Red […]