This week, read about how exercise keeps us young, celebrities that promote science, more health benefits for blueberries, top diets of 2014, bone broth, and more. Exercise Keeps Us Young When I lived in San Diego, I was amazed at the large numbers of older cyclists who were so fit and speedy that they rivaled many […]
Category Archives: Disease Prevention
Are Dietary Guidelines Really Making Us Fat or Sick?
A common theme in many internet posts is how the dietary guidelines are outdated, and are making people fat or sick. Common criticisms include that the guidelines . . . “caused the obesity and/or type 2 diabetes epidemic,” “are not based on scientific evidence,” “recommend carbohydrates/grains and they are the cause of obesity,” “recommend a […]
Thinking of Trying a New Diet?
January 1st is a popular time for many people to start resolutions to improve their diets. Unfortunately, it seems there is more misinformation than science-backed advice to help people make informed choices. Because common-sense advice is not as alluring as that provided in fad-diet books, it can be challenging to figure out the best way to […]
Tips for Successful Health Behavior Change
The start of each year marks a new beginning, and is a popular time to make health resolutions. The crowded gyms in January are a sign that many people are setting health goals; but by March it’s typically “just the regulars” at the gym, leaving many to wonder if New Year’s resolutions are waste of time. . . […]