193. Jen Smiley: How to Read Food Labels to Avoid the Hidden Toxic Ingredients in Your Food!

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Aug 19, 2025

Jen Smiley, a food label expert and founder of Wake Up and Read the Labels, reveals how deceptive marketing can mislead consumers about food quality. She shares eye-opening insights on hidden toxic ingredients lurking in everyday products and highlights the importance of understanding food labels to make healthier choices. Jen emphasizes practical strategies for families to foster healthy eating habits and encourages listeners to scrutinize claims like 'organic' and 'non-GMO' to truly improve their wellness.

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INSIGHT

Labels Are Mostly Marketing

Most packaging claims are marketing and distract from the ingredient list.
Jen Smiley: "If you don't recognize an ingredient, neither does your body."

ANECDOTE

Personal Wake-Up Led To A Movement

Jen fixed her health by swapping processed items for simple-ingredient foods and started coaching.
Her father lowered PSA and recovered faster pre-surgery after three months of clean food swaps.

ADVICE

Read Ingredients Bottom-Up

Read the ingredient list from the bottom to spot preservatives and additives.
Prioritize the short middle ingredients (oils, flour, sweeteners) and avoid unfamiliar additives.

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