The Realities Of Modern Food

By Robert Lustig, MD, MSL

The Realities Of Modern Food

In the age of convenience, processed foods have become a staple in my daily life. From microwave dinners to packaged snacks, they're quick, easy, and often quite tasty. This, in itself, isn't a bad thing - we're busier than ever and want to enjoy our lives. However, what lies beneath the surface of these convenient meals is a concerning reality. A staggering 73% of items in US supermarkets are classified as unhealthy ultra-processed foods. These products, categorized as NOVA 4, are taking a toll on our health, contributing to issues like obesity and diabetes. Additionally, even without disease, they can make functioning at our best and happiest more difficult.

I've been a born inquisitive and a scientist for 43 years of experience, and I've always been an advocate for data-driven decisions. I've dedicated my life to it. In my book, Metabolical, for example, I delved into the medical, economic, and environmental dangers of ultra-processed food, but I'm also a pragmatist who understands that processed foods aren't going away, and that we must find ways to mitigate their health consequences as a society. This is where Monch Monch, by Biolumen, comes into play.


Monch Monch: An Ally Against Processed Food

Monch Monch is not just another dietary supplement. It's the result of 14 years of dedicated research and engineering. Created by our founder and CEO, Paolo Costa, this microcellulose (insoluble fiber) sponge is designed to tackle the processed food problem head-on. It's ultrafine, measuring just 7 microns in diameter (a red blood cell is 6 microns), and it's as versatile as it is effective. Colorless, odorless, and tasteless, Monch Monch can be taken on its own or added to any non-aqueous food.

 

How Monch Monch Enhances Your Well-being

When you ingest Monch Monch, it triggers a remarkable transformation within the body. As this microcellulose sponge enters the stomach, it expands, instilling a sense of fullness. Yet, the real magic commences beyond this point. Monch Monch's intricate, sponge-like structure, uniquely designed with proprietary hydrogels, plays a pivotal role in sequestering glucose, fructose, sucrose, and simple starches within my duodenum. This strategic action effectively retards their early absorption, resulting in minimized blood glucose and insulin responses.

But the journey doesn't conclude there. The food enriched with Monch Monch proceeds to my jejunum, where my microbiome plays a transformative role. This natural process breaks down the food, generating valuable short-chain fatty acids. These compounds are not only anti-inflammatory but also serve as staunch guardians of my overall health.

In essence, Monch Monch steps in where processed foods falter, bridging the nutritional gap and reintroducing essential fiber and nutrients to my diet. As a result, my body treats processed foods with the same respect as real, unadulterated meals.


Empowered by Clinical Trials

At Monch Monch, we take pride in substantiating our claims with concrete scientific evidence. In an extensive double-blind, placebo-controlled trial conducted at the esteemed Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Australia, I observed the remarkable effectiveness of Monch Monch. Incorporating Monch Monch into my daily routine, I experienced significant increases in lean muscle mass and a concurrent decrease in body fat, setting a new standard for health-focused dietary solutions.

The moment has arrived for me to seize control of my well-being, especially in the face of processed foods that may threaten my health. Monch Monch stands as a testament to our unwavering commitment to my health, underpinned by the very pinnacle of science and innovation.

I make the choice of real food for enhanced health. Yet, when the unavoidable allure of ultra-processed options beckons, I remember that Monch Monch is my invaluable ally. My body expresses its gratitude.

In a world where healthcare remains a growing concern and costs continue to escalate, I hold the reins of my health destiny. With Monch Monch, I aspire to empower myself to invest in my health and well-being, mitigating the effects of ultra-processed foods and seizing control of my future.