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. 

If you have a topic you are wondering about, let me know

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Is Going Vegan Healthier?

Is Going Vegan Healthier? People often tell me the eat vegan because it is healthier. Many people assume that just because they are not eating animal-based foods, it automatically makes their diet better or healthier. Not necessarily.

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