Overeating: Why We Do it and How to Stop?
While the trigger that causes us to eat excessively may be unique to each of us, there are some underlying common causes, which when...
How to Tell if GMOs Are In Your Food
The California Department of Food and Agriculture estimates that as much as 80 percent of our processed food options contain genetically modified ingredients. Genetically...
[Infographic] High-Fructose Corn Syrup
High-fructose corn syrup is one of the Scary Seven ingredients! Do you know how it can affect your health?
Does High Fructose Corn Syrup Raise Liver Fat?
Past studies have found that consuming high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) increases fat in the liver. However, a new study found that consuming either...
The High Fructose Corn Syrup Debate
On an episode of Oprah, I watched in disbelief as Dr. Oz dipped his hand into a beaker of amber-colored liquid as thick as...
Harmful Food Additives in Salad Dressing
One of my favorite things about summer is the abundance of produce, for making delicious salads. While all the fresh veggies are loaded with...
The Real Link Between HFCS, Sugar-Sweetened Beverages and America's Obesity Crisis
German and Spanish researchers reviewed systematic reviews that looked at the association between high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) and sugar sweetened beverages (SSBs) and...
Cookies: A Kid's Snack or a Chemical Mess?
In all of our books, we diligently point out the negative effects of all of the Scary Seven ingredients, but If there’s one thing you’ll...
Phytochemicals in Plants: Immune-Boosting Goodness
While visiting a farmers market, I came across a booth that carried a variety of edible plants. I had never seen such beautiful and...
Nutritious and Delicious Kale: Many Benefits, Many Uses
As a nutritional consultant, I am frequently asked which vegetable is most nutritious. I always suggest that it wise to eat a variety of...