I wanted to make another comment about Sushi. There are also tons of sushi varieties that do not contain raw fish. Some contained grilled or fried fish or shrimp and sometimes even chicken or beef. Many contain only vegetables, some even contain beans or are wrapped in tofu. The term "sushi" actually only refers to the cooked small-grain rice mixed with a special kind of vinegar. Eating sushi with raw red meat is risky of course but fish really isn't. It's very very clean, at least in Japan.
@Urgelt There are some raw seafoods that I wont eat either, like raw beef, raw HORSE meat! I can't even look at that. But if you think about smoked salmon, for example, that's basically raw. Raw, but in a smoking room, so it dries out. They also have this thing called onigiri here that's similar to sushi, but it doesn't contain raw meat and just uses regular rice without the vinegar. It's basically a ball of rice with a "surprise" inside, usually tunafish or salmon or a pickled plum.
I'm sorry but I live in Japan, and it's not risky to eat sushi, that's not the allure to eating it, and thousands of people do not get sick from it - maybe they do, but thats out of millions and millions of people who eat it very very often and have no problem at all. Thousands of people each year certainly get sick from eating bad eggs or old food as well. It's the same principle. The rule of thumb with sushi is not to eat it if it looks matte or dry, or it it's been sitting out for a while.
Urgelt I buy this salsa that has a TON of ingredients on the list due to all the vegetables and spices in it. No additives, should I stop because it has a long list have sex with me
home canning is dangerous only when done really poorly.
Our family has canned many types of fruits, meats, soups for winter consumption year after year and thousands of meals and not once has anyone been poisoned from it. I think Urgelt that some of these points should be expanded upon as less knowledgeable people may completely misunderstand the risks.
You've raised a good point. Done properly, canning is quite safe. The difficulty lies in improper methods.
Yet canning, even home-canning, is a form of processing which generally reduces the nutritive value of foods - and many canning recipes call for considerable added sugar. The tradition is a precursor of our present industrial food nightmare - and unsafe if done improperly.
It is true that canning does degrade some nutrients but don't forget that there are many people with gardens that preserve their own super quality harvests for the winter and you can trust the food. Also, I urge you to study the continuous undermining of the organic standard by big food/pharma/bio interests so that they can dump their crap on the market. Right now, Chinese "organic" feed is used for a lot of "organic" US livestock feed yet there are no US inspections of Chinese "organic" farms.
Oh, I've been following the organic trends with much trepidation, believe me.
Pressure is continuous on the FDA and Congress by lobbyists for the food industry to relax organic standards. Last I looked, at least 38 food additives were approved for the organic label, and the number will probably grow.
Growing your own food is a great idea - but I'd suggest avoiding sugar in canning.
Organic foods tend to cost more in my area, alas. I could cut that back by growing my own, but it's something I'm not very good at (and don't have much interest in).
I know very little about LASIK surgery. That's a topic that is begging for a video! Would you consider making it?
To be honest, i am more like quoting and restating other professionals' ideas, statements and researches. However i am convinced by their logical explanations and presentations.
I am bad at presentations, but i might consider making videos.
As for LASIK video, Dr Mercola has one in YouTube.
Yes as per plant cross and selective breeding within natural boundaries. NOT so by introducing RNA, DNA of foreign organisms and pathogens that modify the fundamental nature of the plant. Case in point. Bacillus thurengi (Bt) toxins production DNA within the corn and we consume it in concentrated quantities. No one understands the subtle long term consequences yet it has been rammed through on global scale and there is no end in sight.
Here is my list of MYTHS ! : Vaccination is very safe and effective Margarine is healthier than butter Doctors can solve your problems with drugs and surgery Over-the-counter medications are safe Fluoride in toothpaste and drinking water is safe Cell phones are safe Microwave ovens are safe The FDA is your protector Sunblock lotion is safe (actually it promotes cancer) The food pyramid is your food guide Artificial sweeteners are natural and safe
One of my biggest personality flaws has always been a tendency towards hyperbole to make my points. I've tried to keep it to a dull roar in this series.
Encouraging skepticism and curiosity is my fondest hope.
Thank you for taking the time to inform people (including me) with what you know!
I love the myth section, Very informative and this info might even cause life changing decisions to some. Food is extremelly important and interests me A WHOLE LOT, so I really appreciate the Healthy eating sereis. Thanks again, looking forward to view plenty of other videos in future! Best regards from Sweden
Thank you, Crystallic85, I'm glad you found the videos interesting, and I thank you for your kind words.
There are many, many more myths that I didn't address. I'm just whetting your appetite, so to speak. Question what people say; even question what you "know." You can always improve your understanding of nutrition.
Wow, I have watched some of your videos before without leaving a comment; Now let me just tell you how much I appreciate them, and I also have to say that you seem to be a very good man, Urgelt. One can easily tell that you are a vise man, a true sceptic (that's POSITIVE) with a lot of knowledge in that head of yours, though you speak very clearly and calm, you really make what you are saying easily understandable to the not so vise man. You are very humble and human.
I have a can of vegan "vegetable and grain protein links" (they look like hotdogs)it seems that something like that would be healthy but the list of ingredients is so long that I'd have to stop reading it and eat the contents of the can just to have enough energy to finish reading it.
Would you advise that I discontinue use of this product?
I have a can of vegan "vegetable and grain protein links" (they look like hotdogs)it seems that something like that would be healthy but the list of ingredients is so long that I'd have to stop reading it and eat the contents of the can just to hav
Oh, gosh. Protein is in almost all natural foods. That's why I don't usually recommend protein powder supplements. Getting enough protein is pretty easy for most people.
Vegans, who eschew all animal protein sources, have to be careful, though, or they won't easily obtain all the essential amino acids. General advice is to make sure to consume at least some whole grain rice and legumes every day to cover that base (but there are other ways of doing it).
Well, I would recommend a lifestyle change. You can get some ideas from my Healthy Eating series; take notes as you go through the videos. Lots of ideas in there you can use to reduce cravings and choose healthier foods. You can get cooking tips from AshleyMBd, and exercise tips from the Gut2Cut group here on YouTube. And you can use Google for more information on any subject.
But in the end, it always comes down to your choices and your desire.
Microwave radiation in ovens is tuned to the resonant frequency of water. The energy speeds up the water molecules, which then distribute heat through molecular collisions. I suppose it's possible those collisions might excite chemical changes, but I doubt it's very dangerous (unless you char).
Trace amounts of carcinogenic toxins can be released into food by plastic containers. The warmer the plastic, the faster this may occur.
How about "Pure Florida orange juice [from concentrate]"? The only part of that orange juice that came from Florida is the water! The concentrate probably came from Brazil, and they don't have to put that on the label. If you want pure Florida orange juice, you have to get the stuff that's NOT from concentrate.
Your right about the microwave oven, they do cook unevenly, especially the older ones that dont have a rotating "carosel". I never cook any meat in a microwave oven (turns out like "rubber"), I do use it to reheat foods though.
I think no harm comes to consumers from genetic engineering itself, thus far.
And I'm not opposed to research. I think we *need* to understand genetics and trait manipulation. Some of what we learn may prove very valuable in meeting human needs.
But there is a dark potential with the light, and we're right to pay attention, and not take long-term safety for granted.
not only is gene substitution / insertion used, but so is genetic mutation, using methods such as radioactivity to induce mutations without real concern for what happens to human biology after the food is consumed. there is a massive unknown and difficult to measure and test risk factor here.
Mutations are as old as biology. And there is zero science showing harmful effects from consuming genetically engineered foods. Quite the contrary.
This is not to say that I entirely disagree with your premise, however. Genetic engineering may prove to be a sort of Pandora's Box of unintended consequences. We may stumble onto something dangerous with our tinkering. It just hasn't happened yet, so far as I, or the science studying it, knows.
Unfortunately I have to agree on this. Scientists are pushing the boundaries of genetic modification by merging animal/bacterial/radical mutations into the genetic structure of crop seeds, fruits & vegetables to make those crops more profitable, not better for us, but more profitable. its a dangerous direction.
I'm enjoying watching these videos. its important people understand what they are eating. I'd like to pull you up on genetics though. Genetics these days is not simply selecting species. It involves genetic manipulations. Genes from animals, insects and bacteria are merged with food genetics to improve resistance to pesticides, harsh climate, improve appearance etc. This is important to recognise.
Yes. The fish is prepared, and the preparation reduces risk by a great deal.
Of course, the skill of the chef is everything in sushi. The relationship of chef to consumer is different than what we're accustomed to in the West. Here, we appreciate quality and take safety for granted. In Japanese sushi, safety is delegated to the chef. It creates a bond of trust. Thanks for the chef are not merely for good food, but for continued health.
I have to disagree with you on what you said about sushi. It doesn't sound like you know what sushi is. As far as raw fish is concerned there is no reason to get sick as long as the fish is fresh and prepared properly. Raw fish can be better for you cause healthy fat can be altered by cooking. Also bacteria in eggs is pretty rare now adays. I wouldn't eat a raw egg, but a runny yolk is unlikely to make you sick.
Sushi isn't *likely* to make you sick, but you'll acknowledge there's a risk, right? The Japanese certainly acknowledge it; it's a "daring" food. The risk can be reduced in preparation but not removed entirely. Same holds for runny yolks. The risk is low, but not zero.
I'm only asking people to be informed. One possible benefit: if you get unlucky and become ill, you may make the connection faster and get the right treatment.
Sushi is actually a variety of Japanese dishes maked with vinegared rice. Although Sushi can contain raw fish, it can also can be topped with cooked meats or vegetables. In Japan the word sushi refers directly to the rice itself which is usually made with rice vinegar, sugar, salt, kombu, and sake.
So my defense of sushi was just that it is not always made from raw food. I've never heard that the Japanese eat sushi cause it is a daring food, do you have a source for that?
The ultimate expression of daring in Japan is consumption of expensive blowfish sashimi, which, if not prepared carefully, will kill the consumer outright. Lesser expressions of daring are found in the deep cultural interest in finding and consuming odd and even rare sea creatures.
None of this is intended as criticism, and you are free to interpret the phenomenon differently. But it's indisputable that there are thousands of illnesses produced in Japan every year by eating sushi.
A study done here in Aus not that long ago looked into sushi food shops. 2 out of 3 (over all) stores that sold sushi found that you were very likely to get food poisoning. I guess you can't really know how shops are preparing or storing the food.
I'm a sushi fanatic. Though I might not eat it like the japanese do.
Genetic foods are needed and are cheaper than organic foods which is hurray for us poor folks(family of four who only gets $16,000 or under a year is consider poor). Though I agree that orangic foods do taste better, but are really expensive.
Eating fast I do agree, though there are meals that are hard to chew because it is already mush, mash potatos and baby food.
Thanks again for commenting, Juci. Good points all.
One reason food prices are rising fast is oil. We've become dependent on a national-international distribution scheme. Small local farms almost don't exist now in many areas. Maybe if oil keeps going up, small local farms will make economic sense again.
This is the first video of your's I have watched. Being Norwegian, I'm not sure I like the idea of not eating "raw" fish. I love things like smoked salmon and pickled herring! We also make "gravlaks" sometimes. Had very good luck, maybe? Or is the preparation a kind of disinfectant in itself?
That one's a bit controversial, because "your mileage may vary." Is it 3 hours? 2? 4? How fast your stomach empties isn't a constant for one person, let alone everyone. Opinion on this is all over the map.
But following a 3 hour rule, hopefully it won't be a problem very often for most people.
Heh, where I like to go on vacation, there aren't any buffet tables. But I can help! Here's a valuable tip.
At meal times, start a food fight. Fun! And the food gets used up as weapons instead of consumed. Always pick the most horrible foods as weapons: cakes, pies, ice cream, soft drinks, bacon and sausages. Your friends will thank you! :P
I never know what to say. Your videos are always so informative. :) I only eat eggs scrambled like altebanger. When I see people eating a pink/red steak it makes me want to gag. *shudder*
I'm thinking a lot about the consequences of various improper food consumption while eating (I chew slowly, despite the fact that people around me tend to get disgruntled because of it)... I've been seriously questioning some of the myths you've mentioned since.. childhood, and tried to convince others (mostly my parents) to think rationally... without success!
Sigh, some people just won't listen no matter what.
IN THE NEWS: If you're living in the USA, we have a warning going out stating to stay away from spinach until they figure out where the E. Coli is coming from. Anyone hearing that same news? Any advice on that, Urgelt?
Yeah. I had it in this video, in fact, but I had to cut it to get under 10 minutes. It's been widely reported, though, so I'm not feeling too much guilt.
Happily, such outbreaks aren't common, they're discovered pretty fast, and spinach distribution is frozen. Not many people will be affected. The wonders of modern communication.
Ask Sniper, I overcook everything, especially chicken, pork and eggs, until it might as well be leather, I know too many people who have had salmonella. Urgelt as always, that was wonderful. I do tend to bolt my food, and should not, I know.
Yes... but food poisoning can also mimic flu symptoms: headache, fever, loss of energy to go with nausea and abdominal pain. In some cases it can be deadly - botulism toxin is one of the most potent poisons known; it can kill you much faster than, say, ebola. Even systemic allergic reactions are possible.
Urgelt you are awesome and I thank you. In Korea they have a seafood dish that the meal is still moving. Even though it is cut and prepped. But yes thank you and I love all my food cooked.
you've said that it's ok to eat whole eggs once and a while, and i agree. but you have to tell them it's not ok for people to eat like 2 eggs for breakfast each day of the week. add on some bacon and sausage, and you've got a heart attack ready to happen.
I've suggested going easy on meat - 6 oz of lean meat per day or less. I've also suggested counting calories. A meal like that would bust anyone's calorie goals.
Meat with a lot of saturated fat, like bacon and sausage, isn't lean and isn't healthy. You're dead on target.
Myth 13 is very obvious. of course there's tons of bad things at the store.
I disagree with Myth 20. i'm sure our stomach acids are strong enough to destroy almost all food. and i don't think it matters if u eat it fast or slow.
and about the eggs, u need to tell people not to eat the yolks which are full of cholesterol, fat, and none of the protein or fatty acids. all the omega-3 fatty acids are in the egg whites.
If that were true, fireballs, we'd not need molars. Believe me, molars are a tremendous survival advantage. But only if we use them.
There's no link between cholesterol in food and blood cholesterol levels. None. But yes, you can overdo any food. Variety is the key. In moderation, whole eggs are quite nutritious.
Thanks Urgelt another great educational clip. Eggs are one of my favorite things, they are so versatile and full of goodness. Personally, I've never had a problem eating soft boiled eggs, I prefer them that way but I would never eat Raw eggs.
Uncooked eggs are also used in homemade eggnog and in "healthy shakes" some people make. There may be other uses, I'm drawing a blank. It's not as risky as sushi; eggshells do provide *some* protection. But it does pose some danger.
Another educational video! You are truly the man! Thanks for correcting those myths for us. Very interesting suggestions with lots of great points in your myth busting answers that makes so much sense. I loved goowey eggs, but not no more! Thanks Urgelt!
As risks go, gooey eggs probably don't rank all that high, and if the eggs are fresh, it's lower still. I keep expecting someone to say "life is risky, lighten up!" And I'd have to concede the point.
But knowing a risk and taking it deliberately is different from not knowing.
I wanted to make another comment about Sushi. There are also tons of sushi varieties that do not contain raw fish. Some contained grilled or fried fish or shrimp and sometimes even chicken or beef. Many contain only vegetables, some even contain beans or are wrapped in tofu. The term "sushi" actually only refers to the cooked small-grain rice mixed with a special kind of vinegar. Eating sushi with raw red meat is risky of course but fish really isn't. It's very very clean, at least in Japan.
jeshika22 1 year ago
Likely so. I admit to a cultural bias when contemplating raw seafood. :-)
Urgelt 1 year ago
@Urgelt There are some raw seafoods that I wont eat either, like raw beef, raw HORSE meat! I can't even look at that. But if you think about smoked salmon, for example, that's basically raw. Raw, but in a smoking room, so it dries out. They also have this thing called onigiri here that's similar to sushi, but it doesn't contain raw meat and just uses regular rice without the vinegar. It's basically a ball of rice with a "surprise" inside, usually tunafish or salmon or a pickled plum.
jeshika22 1 year ago
I concede! Total surrender!
I know the Japanese generally eat far more healthily than we do in the US, and they have some truly delightful cuisine.
Vinegar and rice with a surprise... what could be better? :-)
Urgelt 1 year ago
I'm sorry but I live in Japan, and it's not risky to eat sushi, that's not the allure to eating it, and thousands of people do not get sick from it - maybe they do, but thats out of millions and millions of people who eat it very very often and have no problem at all. Thousands of people each year certainly get sick from eating bad eggs or old food as well. It's the same principle. The rule of thumb with sushi is not to eat it if it looks matte or dry, or it it's been sitting out for a while.
jeshika22 1 year ago
Urgelt I buy this salsa that has a TON of ingredients on the list due to all the vegetables and spices in it. No additives, should I stop because it has a long list have sex with me
magicidiot12345 1 year ago
If it has no additives, it's probably not all that bad. It is, however, industrially processed food.
To get the best out of vegetables, you don't want them going through industrial processing. You want to consume them fresh.
Urgelt 1 year ago
home canning is dangerous only when done really poorly.
Our family has canned many types of fruits, meats, soups for winter consumption year after year and thousands of meals and not once has anyone been poisoned from it. I think Urgelt that some of these points should be expanded upon as less knowledgeable people may completely misunderstand the risks.
oneyaker 4 years ago
You've raised a good point. Done properly, canning is quite safe. The difficulty lies in improper methods.
Yet canning, even home-canning, is a form of processing which generally reduces the nutritive value of foods - and many canning recipes call for considerable added sugar. The tradition is a precursor of our present industrial food nightmare - and unsafe if done improperly.
Urgelt 4 years ago
It is true that canning does degrade some nutrients but don't forget that there are many people with gardens that preserve their own super quality harvests for the winter and you can trust the food. Also, I urge you to study the continuous undermining of the organic standard by big food/pharma/bio interests so that they can dump their crap on the market. Right now, Chinese "organic" feed is used for a lot of "organic" US livestock feed yet there are no US inspections of Chinese "organic" farms.
oneyaker 4 years ago
Oh, I've been following the organic trends with much trepidation, believe me.
Pressure is continuous on the FDA and Congress by lobbyists for the food industry to relax organic standards. Last I looked, at least 38 food additives were approved for the organic label, and the number will probably grow.
Growing your own food is a great idea - but I'd suggest avoiding sugar in canning.
Urgelt 4 years ago
more MYTHS :
Organic lifestyle is more expensive than non-organic
Soy is a health food
Potato and corn are vegetables (they are grains)
Eating saturated fat is bad and make you fat
Pasteurised/homogenised/UHT milk is healthy and better than raw milk.
Supermarkets are fair business
GM technology is the answer to food security
LASIK surgery is safe and good
omoshiroii 4 years ago
Organic foods tend to cost more in my area, alas. I could cut that back by growing my own, but it's something I'm not very good at (and don't have much interest in).
I know very little about LASIK surgery. That's a topic that is begging for a video! Would you consider making it?
Urgelt 4 years ago
Me too, know very lil bout LASIK
To be honest, i am more like quoting and restating other professionals' ideas, statements and researches. However i am convinced by their logical explanations and presentations.
I am bad at presentations, but i might consider making videos.
As for LASIK video, Dr Mercola has one in YouTube.
omoshiroii 4 years ago
Everyone starts out "bad at presentations," believe me. It's something you overcome with planning, experience, and observing others.
For me, planning is the most important element. If I know what I need to say, I can get it said.
Urgelt 4 years ago
Genetically modified food safe for consumption.
Yes as per plant cross and selective breeding within natural boundaries. NOT so by introducing RNA, DNA of foreign organisms and pathogens that modify the fundamental nature of the plant. Case in point. Bacillus thurengi (Bt) toxins production DNA within the corn and we consume it in concentrated quantities. No one understands the subtle long term consequences yet it has been rammed through on global scale and there is no end in sight.
oneyaker 4 years ago 2
omoshiroii 4 years ago
You've given us a lot to chew on!
Vaccination has a spotty track record, but *some* benefit in the aggregate is undeniable.
Some health problems *can* be solved with drugs and surgery. But both are overprescribed.
Sunblock will prevent sunburn. It won't prevent skin cancer, and may even promote it.
But I like your list! You should make videos. :-)
Urgelt 4 years ago
My bad for the overwhelming info =P
I like your comments. They are giving me lights from other directions. I realised i was overstating things.
I hope everybody is not discouraged, but instead encouraged to discover facts for themselves.
omoshiroii 4 years ago
One of my biggest personality flaws has always been a tendency towards hyperbole to make my points. I've tried to keep it to a dull roar in this series.
Encouraging skepticism and curiosity is my fondest hope.
Urgelt 4 years ago
Thank you for taking the time to inform people (including me) with what you know!
I love the myth section, Very informative and this info might even cause life changing decisions to some. Food is extremelly important and interests me A WHOLE LOT, so I really appreciate the Healthy eating sereis. Thanks again, looking forward to view plenty of other videos in future! Best regards from Sweden
crystallic85 4 years ago
Thank you, Crystallic85, I'm glad you found the videos interesting, and I thank you for your kind words.
There are many, many more myths that I didn't address. I'm just whetting your appetite, so to speak. Question what people say; even question what you "know." You can always improve your understanding of nutrition.
Urgelt 4 years ago
Wow, I have watched some of your videos before without leaving a comment; Now let me just tell you how much I appreciate them, and I also have to say that you seem to be a very good man, Urgelt. One can easily tell that you are a vise man, a true sceptic (that's POSITIVE) with a lot of knowledge in that head of yours, though you speak very clearly and calm, you really make what you are saying easily understandable to the not so vise man. You are very humble and human.
crystallic85 4 years ago
I don't need to google the risks,I trust your judgement and I have thrown away the product.
thank you for answering my question.
rpm2004 4 years ago
Sorry about the double post but it cut off my comment short the on the first one.
rpm2004 4 years ago
I have a can of vegan "vegetable and grain protein links" (they look like hotdogs)it seems that something like that would be healthy but the list of ingredients is so long that I'd have to stop reading it and eat the contents of the can just to have enough energy to finish reading it.
Would you advise that I discontinue use of this product?
rpm2004 4 years ago
I would. It almost certainly has hydrolized vegetable proteins, unhealthy oils, and chemicals which are not healthy to consume.
You can Google to find risks: "<ingredient name> risk". That will probably convince you.
Urgelt 4 years ago
I have a can of vegan "vegetable and grain protein links" (they look like hotdogs)it seems that something like that would be healthy but the list of ingredients is so long that I'd have to stop reading it and eat the contents of the can just to hav
rpm2004 4 years ago
crickets!
noventar 4 years ago
Oh, yeah. At night, for much of the year, it's a symphony of crickets and tree frogs outside my house.
Urgelt 4 years ago
what is the best source of protein? (natrual)
Eugenewashere 4 years ago
Oh, gosh. Protein is in almost all natural foods. That's why I don't usually recommend protein powder supplements. Getting enough protein is pretty easy for most people.
Vegans, who eschew all animal protein sources, have to be careful, though, or they won't easily obtain all the essential amino acids. General advice is to make sure to consume at least some whole grain rice and legumes every day to cover that base (but there are other ways of doing it).
Urgelt 4 years ago
I would listen to you forever..and I love the crickets in the background too. Thank you
gattingattino 4 years ago
I would listen to you forever..and I love the crickets in the background too. Thank you
gattingattino 4 years ago
I'm glad you enjoyed the video, Gattingattino.
Urgelt 4 years ago
Can you help me? I have a sugar/caffeine addiction! Its extremely dangerous because I could get diabetes! So do you know what I can do?
hostel969 4 years ago
Well, I would recommend a lifestyle change. You can get some ideas from my Healthy Eating series; take notes as you go through the videos. Lots of ideas in there you can use to reduce cravings and choose healthier foods. You can get cooking tips from AshleyMBd, and exercise tips from the Gut2Cut group here on YouTube. And you can use Google for more information on any subject.
But in the end, it always comes down to your choices and your desire.
Urgelt 4 years ago
hmmm...what about the myth that microwaved food could cause cancer? or heating food in the microwave inside plastic containers?
xxjames89xx 4 years ago
Microwave radiation in ovens is tuned to the resonant frequency of water. The energy speeds up the water molecules, which then distribute heat through molecular collisions. I suppose it's possible those collisions might excite chemical changes, but I doubt it's very dangerous (unless you char).
Trace amounts of carcinogenic toxins can be released into food by plastic containers. The warmer the plastic, the faster this may occur.
Urgelt 4 years ago
i like your style!
TheREALBoris 5 years ago
How about "Pure Florida orange juice [from concentrate]"? The only part of that orange juice that came from Florida is the water! The concentrate probably came from Brazil, and they don't have to put that on the label. If you want pure Florida orange juice, you have to get the stuff that's NOT from concentrate.
wilhelmmeis 5 years ago
Just eating an orange is about 500 times as healthy. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
This is great information and I love listening to it!
st333 5 years ago
Some of these myths I used to believe, this is really interesting information, also helpful!
Very well done Urgelt, I really enjoy this series.
Fiends4 5 years ago
There are lots more myths out there. If you're curious, do some Googling.
Keep your skeptic's hat on, though, when you browse internet sites.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Your right about the microwave oven, they do cook unevenly, especially the older ones that dont have a rotating "carosel". I never cook any meat in a microwave oven (turns out like "rubber"), I do use it to reheat foods though.
Jon70 5 years ago
I think no harm comes to consumers from genetic engineering itself, thus far.
And I'm not opposed to research. I think we *need* to understand genetics and trait manipulation. Some of what we learn may prove very valuable in meeting human needs.
But there is a dark potential with the light, and we're right to pay attention, and not take long-term safety for granted.
Thanks for commenting. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
Excellent video! Great respect for this guy.
lolzore 5 years ago
Thank you for your kind words, lolzore. Much appreciated!
Urgelt 5 years ago
and what are those bottles behind you? not trying to point aything out but just curious
intermilan08 5 years ago
Prescription drugs and nutritional supplements. It's just where I keep them.
Urgelt 5 years ago
thosw would be vitiam pills
xxDarkCloudxx 5 years ago
not only is gene substitution / insertion used, but so is genetic mutation, using methods such as radioactivity to induce mutations without real concern for what happens to human biology after the food is consumed. there is a massive unknown and difficult to measure and test risk factor here.
raybloke 5 years ago
Mutations are as old as biology. And there is zero science showing harmful effects from consuming genetically engineered foods. Quite the contrary.
This is not to say that I entirely disagree with your premise, however. Genetic engineering may prove to be a sort of Pandora's Box of unintended consequences. We may stumble onto something dangerous with our tinkering. It just hasn't happened yet, so far as I, or the science studying it, knows.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Unfortunately I have to agree on this. Scientists are pushing the boundaries of genetic modification by merging animal/bacterial/radical mutations into the genetic structure of crop seeds, fruits & vegetables to make those crops more profitable, not better for us, but more profitable. its a dangerous direction.
raybloke 5 years ago
type 'gm crop failure' into google.
raybloke 5 years ago
I'm enjoying watching these videos. its important people understand what they are eating. I'd like to pull you up on genetics though. Genetics these days is not simply selecting species. It involves genetic manipulations. Genes from animals, insects and bacteria are merged with food genetics to improve resistance to pesticides, harsh climate, improve appearance etc. This is important to recognise.
raybloke 5 years ago
Don't they use wasabi to "clean" the fish? I never liked the raw fish too much but I like "sushi" with cooked stuff, like unagi.
NamaeganaiFilms 5 years ago
Yes. The fish is prepared, and the preparation reduces risk by a great deal.
Of course, the skill of the chef is everything in sushi. The relationship of chef to consumer is different than what we're accustomed to in the West. Here, we appreciate quality and take safety for granted. In Japanese sushi, safety is delegated to the chef. It creates a bond of trust. Thanks for the chef are not merely for good food, but for continued health.
Urgelt 5 years ago
I have to disagree with you on what you said about sushi. It doesn't sound like you know what sushi is. As far as raw fish is concerned there is no reason to get sick as long as the fish is fresh and prepared properly. Raw fish can be better for you cause healthy fat can be altered by cooking. Also bacteria in eggs is pretty rare now adays. I wouldn't eat a raw egg, but a runny yolk is unlikely to make you sick.
butthash 5 years ago
Sushi isn't *likely* to make you sick, but you'll acknowledge there's a risk, right? The Japanese certainly acknowledge it; it's a "daring" food. The risk can be reduced in preparation but not removed entirely. Same holds for runny yolks. The risk is low, but not zero.
I'm only asking people to be informed. One possible benefit: if you get unlucky and become ill, you may make the connection faster and get the right treatment.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Sushi is actually a variety of Japanese dishes maked with vinegared rice. Although Sushi can contain raw fish, it can also can be topped with cooked meats or vegetables. In Japan the word sushi refers directly to the rice itself which is usually made with rice vinegar, sugar, salt, kombu, and sake.
So my defense of sushi was just that it is not always made from raw food. I've never heard that the Japanese eat sushi cause it is a daring food, do you have a source for that?
butthash 5 years ago
The origin of sushi is in Japanese refinements of fermented rice as a preserving agent for raw fish.
There are sushi delicacies without raw fish. They aren't intended as alternatives but as supplements to the experience.
The Japanese have a folk saying: each new thing you eat adds a year of life. My interpretation: culinary daring is rewarded.
Urgelt 5 years ago
The ultimate expression of daring in Japan is consumption of expensive blowfish sashimi, which, if not prepared carefully, will kill the consumer outright. Lesser expressions of daring are found in the deep cultural interest in finding and consuming odd and even rare sea creatures.
None of this is intended as criticism, and you are free to interpret the phenomenon differently. But it's indisputable that there are thousands of illnesses produced in Japan every year by eating sushi.
Urgelt 5 years ago
A study done here in Aus not that long ago looked into sushi food shops. 2 out of 3 (over all) stores that sold sushi found that you were very likely to get food poisoning. I guess you can't really know how shops are preparing or storing the food.
nayomee77 5 years ago
I'm a sushi fanatic. Though I might not eat it like the japanese do.
Genetic foods are needed and are cheaper than organic foods which is hurray for us poor folks(family of four who only gets $16,000 or under a year is consider poor). Though I agree that orangic foods do taste better, but are really expensive.
Eating fast I do agree, though there are meals that are hard to chew because it is already mush, mash potatos and baby food.
Once more thank you for the information.
JuciShockwave 5 years ago
Thanks again for commenting, Juci. Good points all.
One reason food prices are rising fast is oil. We've become dependent on a national-international distribution scheme. Small local farms almost don't exist now in many areas. Maybe if oil keeps going up, small local farms will make economic sense again.
Urgelt 5 years ago
You have been a great help in changing my eating habits. Thank you.
bhaktipada108 5 years ago
I'm so glad you enjoyed the videos, bhaktipada108. Thanks for letting me know. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
Another Gr8 video my friend. Thanks for the information.
Gr8Shotz 5 years ago
Thanks, Russ, glad you enjoyed it. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
Wow this is very informative! Nice video. :) Wow myth #18 hits home, my dad was HUGE on the "clean your plate" stuff..I rebeled.
meredithrose 5 years ago
Good for you! Thank you for your kind words. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
This is the first video of your's I have watched. Being Norwegian, I'm not sure I like the idea of not eating "raw" fish. I love things like smoked salmon and pickled herring! We also make "gravlaks" sometimes. Had very good luck, maybe? Or is the preparation a kind of disinfectant in itself?
Thanks for this! VERY interesting!
Marihani 5 years ago
Pickling with vinegar kills parasites, bateria and fungi. Smoking can do that too, if the heat is high enough. Glad you enjoyed it! :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
Very interesting about the three-hour rule. I had no idea about the biological effects of eating snacks too soon either before or after a meal.
thebigpicture3 5 years ago
That one's a bit controversial, because "your mileage may vary." Is it 3 hours? 2? 4? How fast your stomach empties isn't a constant for one person, let alone everyone. Opinion on this is all over the map.
But following a 3 hour rule, hopefully it won't be a problem very often for most people.
Urgelt 5 years ago
I should seriously watch all your vids again before going on my one-week all inclusive holiday, lol.
It's gonna be soo hard ;-)
muserine 5 years ago
You poor dear!
Heh, where I like to go on vacation, there aren't any buffet tables. But I can help! Here's a valuable tip.
At meal times, start a food fight. Fun! And the food gets used up as weapons instead of consumed. Always pick the most horrible foods as weapons: cakes, pies, ice cream, soft drinks, bacon and sausages. Your friends will thank you! :P
Urgelt 5 years ago
Urgelt, once again, I learned a great deal. Thank you for this.
"cat"
dadhiltonmps 5 years ago
Most welcome, "Cat." Glad you enjoyed. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
Great stuff. Thanks.
coloradoz06 5 years ago
Most welcome, Tony. Thanks for the props. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
another great video ...I am taking all this in :)
baybea 5 years ago
Thanks, Bea. I'm looking forward to your art show! :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
I never know what to say. Your videos are always so informative. :) I only eat eggs scrambled like altebanger. When I see people eating a pink/red steak it makes me want to gag. *shudder*
LadySeneca 5 years ago
Milady, your delicate constitution bespeaks of your nobility. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
Thank you once again and I only like scrambled eggs anyway :)
altebanger 5 years ago
Ok... girls are swell too, though. :P
Urgelt 5 years ago
I'm thinking a lot about the consequences of various improper food consumption while eating (I chew slowly, despite the fact that people around me tend to get disgruntled because of it)... I've been seriously questioning some of the myths you've mentioned since.. childhood, and tried to convince others (mostly my parents) to think rationally... without success!
Sigh, some people just won't listen no matter what.
And thanks for bringing it up :>
Zea107 5 years ago
If there is only one thing to take away from this series, it's this: think critically. I'm glad you got the message. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
IN THE NEWS: If you're living in the USA, we have a warning going out stating to stay away from spinach until they figure out where the E. Coli is coming from. Anyone hearing that same news? Any advice on that, Urgelt?
~FWz~
FreeWingz 5 years ago
Yeah. I had it in this video, in fact, but I had to cut it to get under 10 minutes. It's been widely reported, though, so I'm not feeling too much guilt.
Happily, such outbreaks aren't common, they're discovered pretty fast, and spinach distribution is frozen. Not many people will be affected. The wonders of modern communication.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Ask Sniper, I overcook everything, especially chicken, pork and eggs, until it might as well be leather, I know too many people who have had salmonella. Urgelt as always, that was wonderful. I do tend to bolt my food, and should not, I know.
ElunedLOTR 5 years ago
Chew, chew, chew, went the chipmunk,
Chew, chew, chew, went the rat.
Chew, chew, chew, said the doctor,
They're all in total agreement about that! :P
Urgelt 5 years ago
LOL thats great....
xxSniperK2xx 5 years ago
Oh, if you like hard boiled eggs, get one of those newish egg cooker things. They actually work... never overdone, never undercooked.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Plus, toilet paper does NOT contain enough protein, no matter WHAT your mom told you!
I don't always comment but I always watch. These videos are really helping me demystify some things I think about food and eating!
*not that I'm telling you to make pies or cakes* hahaha!
also, what are the symptoms of food poisoning? pain and vomiting and diarrhea?
shebitch 5 years ago
That's the best question all week!
Yes... but food poisoning can also mimic flu symptoms: headache, fever, loss of energy to go with nausea and abdominal pain. In some cases it can be deadly - botulism toxin is one of the most potent poisons known; it can kill you much faster than, say, ebola. Even systemic allergic reactions are possible.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Urgelt you are awesome and I thank you. In Korea they have a seafood dish that the meal is still moving. Even though it is cut and prepped. But yes thank you and I love all my food cooked.
bangstun 5 years ago
I draw the line at food that moves! Heh. Thanks for the interesting comment. :-)
Urgelt 5 years ago
you've said that it's ok to eat whole eggs once and a while, and i agree. but you have to tell them it's not ok for people to eat like 2 eggs for breakfast each day of the week. add on some bacon and sausage, and you've got a heart attack ready to happen.
fireballs 5 years ago
I've suggested going easy on meat - 6 oz of lean meat per day or less. I've also suggested counting calories. A meal like that would bust anyone's calorie goals.
Meat with a lot of saturated fat, like bacon and sausage, isn't lean and isn't healthy. You're dead on target.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Myth 13 is very obvious. of course there's tons of bad things at the store.
I disagree with Myth 20. i'm sure our stomach acids are strong enough to destroy almost all food. and i don't think it matters if u eat it fast or slow.
and about the eggs, u need to tell people not to eat the yolks which are full of cholesterol, fat, and none of the protein or fatty acids. all the omega-3 fatty acids are in the egg whites.
fireballs 5 years ago
If that were true, fireballs, we'd not need molars. Believe me, molars are a tremendous survival advantage. But only if we use them.
There's no link between cholesterol in food and blood cholesterol levels. None. But yes, you can overdo any food. Variety is the key. In moderation, whole eggs are quite nutritious.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Thanks Urgelt another great educational clip. Eggs are one of my favorite things, they are so versatile and full of goodness. Personally, I've never had a problem eating soft boiled eggs, I prefer them that way but I would never eat Raw eggs.
xxSniperK2xx 5 years ago
Uncooked eggs are also used in homemade eggnog and in "healthy shakes" some people make. There may be other uses, I'm drawing a blank. It's not as risky as sushi; eggshells do provide *some* protection. But it does pose some danger.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Another educational video! You are truly the man! Thanks for correcting those myths for us. Very interesting suggestions with lots of great points in your myth busting answers that makes so much sense. I loved goowey eggs, but not no more! Thanks Urgelt!
~FWz~
FreeWingz 5 years ago
As risks go, gooey eggs probably don't rank all that high, and if the eggs are fresh, it's lower still. I keep expecting someone to say "life is risky, lighten up!" And I'd have to concede the point.
But knowing a risk and taking it deliberately is different from not knowing.
Urgelt 5 years ago
Great video. very useful information. Facts that people need to hear.
Thanks. I'm keeping a close eye on your awesome series.
Best of YouTube this week!!
[check out the playlists when u get a chnace]
MysterEy1 5 years ago
Thanks, MrEy. Yep, your playlists are a good place to spend time. I've done a bit, plan to do more.
This series ends, sort of, after the next vid. There will be more vids coming, however, I'm just branching out to new subjects.
Urgelt 5 years ago