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Oct 18, 2023

Episode 2398- On this Wednesday's show Vinnie Tortorich and Gina Grad talk about eating on a budget, the "Skittles ban" in California, what's good for the goose, and more.

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  • After a quick chat regarding Vinnie being a regular name in Gina's household, they start with recipe ideas at home. (1:30)
    • You can eat great food and within a budget!
    • Vinnie and Serena rarely go out to dinner because they get better food at home! (7:15)
    • Gina loves to repurpose leftovers. (11:00)
    • There is so much you can do that your kids will enjoy, too.
  • Gina reads an article about California's recent “Skittles Ban”. (13:00)
    • The list of banned additives is red dye No. 3, bromated vegetable oil, potassium bromate, and propylparaben.
    • She lists the health issues that these items have been linked to, including cancers, brain health, ADHD, and more.
  • Vinnie adds the concern about titanium dioxide and magnesium stearate. (15:00)
    • They chat about kids, school lunches, etc., and the changes that need to be made.
    • He reminds her of the reasons behind the banning of foie gras in California years ago.
      • If it's good enough for geese, why not kids; "what's good for the goose...".
    • Gina brings up how schools have contacts with Big Food and vendors.
  • Vinnie’s Instagram he recently posted about spending time “doom scrolling.” (24:00)
  • It really puts things into perspective about how we spend our time and lives.
  • Don’t waste your life waiting for your life to start! (insert mic drop here)

Check out Gina's book My Extra Mom. She also co-hosts with Bryan Bishop for @LAmag on the Bryan & Gina Show, which you can find on any podcast platform and YouTube.

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