Say 'No' to engineered foods, 'Yes' to real food.

The following report on the Today Show isn’t exactly breaking news to some of us foodie/food police types. I got this when I read Dr. David Kessler’s book The End of Overeating: Taking Control of the Insatiable American Appetite back in 2009. But when the mainstream media is finally picking up on it, well … it’s time for everybody to pay attention.

You’re being had. Big time, unless you are buying one-ingredient foods. Lettuce: Ingredients - lettuce. Chicken: Ingredient - chicken.

When the ingredients listed on the package go above six items, you’d better be on your guard. The language is so deceptive that you’re likely being conned, especially if you’re a busy parent.

Here’s the video short course of what I’m talking about:

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Homemade breakfast on-the-go options for under $1.00

Yes, you can do it and leave the fat, calories and sodium of the fast food versions behind - in addition to using sustainable and often organic choices. There’s a good thing - be kind to your heart, waistline and the planet. “Not too shabby” as friend, Bill Epperson, used to say.

Oatmeal is such a quick fix even for the noncook. In fact, I’ve actually made a large serving of oatmeal - or multiple whole grains such as flake barley, oats and kamut or spelt - the day before and it keeps and heats up just fine for a couple of days afterward. Really, you’re just adding some nice warm milk and a bit of fruit.

These other options can also be prepared - or partially prepared- the night before to make the morning crunch less anxiety producing. A little bit of advance planning goes a very long way.

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