Body Mass Index
BMI is a great tool for comparing group studies but it is not a good tool for individuals because it does not show where the fat is located inside the body.
Trick or Treat : The Really Scary Sugar To Fear This Halloween
Trick or Treat : The Really Scary Sugar To Fear This Halloween For many, the overwhelming access to sugar is a scary fact about Halloween and all the upcoming holidays. Added sugar is especially seen as a cause of weight gain, obesity, and diabetes. In this post, I want to clarify whether “added sugar” and…
The Round Table Talk Show
I joined a round table discussion with host Sharifah Hardie. It was deep dive into society, finances, addiction and obesity. I hope you enjoy the discussion.
The Kim Pagano Show
I had a wonderful time on the Kim Pagano Show discussing obesity, holiday weight gain, and why you eat what you do.
Is Fructose As Dangerous As People Think?
It is not fructose by itself that causes health problems. It is the increased intake promoted by fructose addition to that food.
Abdominal Obesity And Its Complications
Does the location of the fat make a difference on how it affects the body? Abdominal obesity and its complications are discussed today in this week’s blog post.
Does Gluten-Free Mean Trouble Free?
An article in The Washington Post in June 2019 revealed that more and more people are using “better-for-you” pasta alternatives that are gluten-free. What is gluten? Why gluten-free? Does gluten-free mean trouble-free?
How Obesity Is On The Rise While Type 2 Diabetes Is Declining
According to CBS report: No explanation for why diabetes cases are declining while obesity is rising. I believe I can explain why…
Why Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain
How many food items are there in nature that adult humans can eat without chewing? Practically none. Why is this important?
Why Obesity May Be Poised As Leading Preventable Cause of Cancer
I want to talk about the link between obesity and cancer as reported by Vanessa Benham in Lansing State Journal in May 2019.