obesity

Are “zero calorie” foods making you fat?

That question might seem like a no-brainer. Eating calorie-free foods rather than foods that contain calories has to be helpful in keeping your weight under control. Right? Maybe not. Let’s investigate that question by looking at calorie-free soft drinks. What does the evidence actually show? Between the years 1987 and 2000 the number of people […]

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What We See We Eat

Normally I talk about clinical studies published in peer-reviewed scientific journals. But, occasionally I come across an article in the popular literature that I just can’t resist sharing with you. The article “Under the Influence” in the May 2011 issue of Nutrition Action is a perfect example. It is an interview with Dr. Brian Wansink, […]

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Will Belly Fat Kill You?

Did you know abdominal obesity (otherwise known as “belly fat”) increases your risk of dying from both heart disease and cancer? But you probably knew that already. Right? In this article, I will share with you a recent study that breaks new ground and should really grab your attention. This study showed that abdominal obesity […]

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