There has been some confusion in the media lately when it comes to eating breakfast, suggesting that maybe we don’t really need to eat breakfast. But rarely does the press report all aspects of a study, leading to confusion of the part of the public about what they should do. “First they tell us one […]
Boy did the 90’s screw us up. The USDA’s disease-causing pyramid let to some pretty ingrained misinformation about what leads to weight gain. The emphasis on eating grains without any education about refined versus whole grains and using fats and oils sparingly was a move in the wrong direction. We replaced healthy oils like olive […]
I hate to beat a dead horse, especially if he dropped dead from too much aerobic exercise, but society just does not seem to be getting the point about aerobic exercise. Quite frankly, we’re doing too much. I know that many of you are disappointed to hear this. After all, in today’s rush-rush society everyone […]
Carbohydrate as an approach to maintenance after initial weight loss Too many programs have demonized carbohydrates lately, and yet we see study after study of whole grains (which are carbohydrates) protecting against all types of diseases. Maintaining weight is no different. But we much educate the public on the vast differences between the grains. No […]
On June 18, 2013, the American Medical Association voted to classify obesity as a disease. They thought it was a good idea. This decision was made against recommendations from a subcommittee that had evaluated the pros and cons. The pros must’ve won out. After all, calling it a disease could open up all kinds of […]
