Real World Nutrition News You Can Use
There is a lot of misinformation about nutrition. And nothing in this field is black-or-white, yes-or-no, but many shades of gray and a lot of “it depends.” So, my goal is to help clear up some of that misinformation with some snark, entertainment, and facts (with some opinion thrown in).
Many of these topics come from interactions with the public, friends, clients, and students. I see sheer misinformation about the science of nutrition, and I do my best to clear things up one blog post at a time.
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The Dirty Dozen and Chlorine?
With the Environmental Working Group rereleasing its Dirty Dozen list, I bring you some perspective and the foods that I “always buy organic.” What are the things you should concern yourself with? The truth might surprise you.
Reconsider Frozen Foods
When you hear “frozen food,” – what comes to mind? For some, frozen pizza, “tv dinners,” ice cream, and other foods high in added sodium, sugar, and fat. Convenience foods. Sure, those are foods found in the freezer section. And what else is there in the freezer section? There are plenty of frozen vegetables and fruit.
Healthier Fast Food – Is it possible?
Is fast-food “healthy”? Not really. But you may find yourself at a fast food place wondering if there are healthier options. If you go more than “once in a while” you may want to consider how you make healthier choices and help your overall health in the process. And not avoiding them completely. Because sometimes you can’t.