"Natural flavors" is a term commonly found on food labels, often appearing innocuous and wholesome. However, its true meaning and implications can be far more complex. Today we delve into the intricacies of natural flavors:when you think "natural," you definitely think these flavors come from fruits, vegetables, herbs, and spices, right? Right! However, let us not overlook the not-so-natural processes involved.many products marketed as "natural" may still contain synthesized compounds, and hey, as long as they maintain an appearance that aligns with nature, such as being packaged in bottles adorned with leaves and flowers that should make it natural, correct? (cue eye roll)Big sigh, okay, my savvy warrior label readers! Brace yourselves again for another riveting adventure into the murky depths of tricky labeling: toxic ingredients, this is part 7 of the series, where today, the term "natural flavors" beckons like a siren's call, promising untold delights and wholesome goodness. But as seasoned explorers of the culinary landscape, we know better than to take such claims at face value.In our previous episode, we traversed the treacherous terrain of "natural" labeling, unearthing its many guises, veiled meanings, and manufacturers' tactics. Now, armed with the wisdom gleaned from our past exploits, we can now set our sights on unraveling the mysteries of "natural flavors." Is it truly the essence of nature distilled into a tantalizing concoction of flavors, or merely another smokescreen designed to obscure the truth?We will be peeling back the layers of complexity surrounding this ubiquitous term found on food labels, revealing the intricacies of its definition, how it is derived, origins, manufacturing process, health effects, regulations, and manufacturer tactics. Are you ready? Stay tuned Welcome to What Supp with my bloodwork? The podcast where margarine isn't a food, and aspirin is NOT a vitamin! I'm your host, Dr. Kathy Yuhasz DC, Chiropractor and providing blood and hair analysis for over 20 years, and I'm thrilled to take you on this journey of decoding health and wellness.In each episode, we're here to strip away the guesswork, exploring how getting the correct testing can lead to informed decision-making. At What Supp?!, SUPP is short for Supplement, we're all about navigating the complex world of interpreting the complex world of blood work and hair analysisWe will uncover the power of personalized blood and hair analysis in making informed decisions about your health. We'll delve into case studies, offering insights into healthy lifestyle choices and addressing the crucial questions of IF, WHEN, WHY, and HOW MANY supplements we should be taking.We'll uncover the proper reasons and uses of COMPREHENSIVE testing versus standard blood panels. Why settle for missing critical data on your health status? Have you ever been told your blood work is fine, yet you still feel bad? We've got the answers. Find out how our comprehensive blood and hair analysis has helped countless individuals overcome life-threatening health issues that went undetected through standard testing.