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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​​What Are Whole Foods?

People tell me that they choose primarily “whole foods,” and I often respond by saying I will shop nearly anywhere. And really I haven’t been to Whole Foods (the grocery store) in years.

But using the expression “whole foods” and focusing on what people describe as whole foods often means that people know what they are putting into their bodies. In theory, there are no confusing ingredients, no hidden calories, no added sugars, and no added fats.

But in reality, choosing so-called “whole foods” can help simplify eating so people don’t need to spend extra time figuring out what is in highly processed foods. And you will know what you are eating.

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