More and more lately, I’ve noticed the term, natural flavors on food labels.  I used to see artificial flavors, but now I’m seeing more of the other.    With all of my researching, I’m finding that the term natural flavors is no different from artificial flavors – and what are they??  Chemical Additives!  Yep, good ole chemical additives.  The next time you wonder where that vanilla flavor is coming from – I can guarantee you that if natural flavors is on the label, vanilla extract was no where to be found during production of that product. 

I came across a blog tonight that I just have to share.  It goes into all of this and beyond, so I’m definately linking it here….

Tangergreen:  Simple Steps for Daily Green Living

Be sure to check out the story regarding the Whole Foods Pickles — just because Whole Foods carries it, doesn’t mean it’s necessarily better… just more expensive.