In this inaugural episode, Ben Sparrow talks about his recent experience going to a sporting event as someone who is gluten sensitive. Spoiler alert... there isn't much to eat!
As always, The Awesome Factor is produced in conjunction with McYoung Foods, makers of allergen-free Awesome Granola. To learn more and support by purchasing some Awesome Granola, visit www.awesomegranola.com!

The Awesome Factor | Episode 1: Gluten Sensitivity and Sporting Events

In this week's episode, Ben Sparrow talks about the correlation between pea protein and increased cognitive function.

Sources: 
https://drruscio.com/pea-protein-bene...
https://academic.oup.com/ajcn/article...
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/amy...

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The Awesome Factor | Episode 2:  Pea Protein and the Brain

In this week's episode, Ben Sparrow talks about the correlation between salt and hypertension.

Sources: 
https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/facts.htm#:~:text=Nearly%20half%20of%20adults%20in,are%20taking%20medication%20for%20hypertension.
https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure
https://www.heart.org/en/healthy-living/healthy-eating/eat-smart/sodium/sodium-and-salt

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The Awesome Factor | Episode 3: Hypertension

In this week's episode, Ben Sparrow talks about the dangers of cross contact.

Sources: 
https://www.foodallergy.org/resources/avoiding-cross-contact
https://www.foodallergy.org/resources/how-avoid-cross-contact-pdf
https://www.beyondceliac.org/gluten-free-diet/cross-contact/

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The Awesome Factor | Episode 4: Cross Contact

In this week's episode, Ben Sparrow discusses how allergens interact with the body.

Sources: 
https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/allergies/anaphylaxis
https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/allergies-and-the-immune-system
https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/allergic-reactions
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-07-17/anaphylaxis-and-allergies-explained/8715284

As always, The Awesome Factor is produced in conjunction with McYoung Foods, the makers of Awesome Granola. To learn more and support The Awesome Factor by purchasing Awesome Granola, head on over to Amazon or Walmart.com and pick up some Awesome Granola today! For more information, make sure to visit www.awesomegranola.com

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