Erythritol vs. Xylitol for Preventing Cavities (Tooth Decay) – UPDATE: don’t eat! (See doc note below)
Both erythritol and xylitol are not just neutral, but beneficial for dental health. Which one...
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Friday Favorites: Is Swimming Good for Weight Loss?
Exercising in cool water or under cool conditions on land can lead to an increase in post-workout calorie intake.
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Friday Favorites: Dairy and Cancer
How do we explain the increased risk of prostate cancer but the decreased risk of...
The Harms Associated with Eating More Southern-Style Food
Diet appears to mediate the majority of the racial health gap.
Potential Vitamin and Mineral Deficiency Risks on a Vegan Diet
What is the best way to get the nutrients of concern on a plant-based diet?
Friday Favorites: How to Lower Heavy Metal Levels with Diet
What dietary change can simultaneously help detoxify mercury, lead, and cadmium from the body?
Answering Your Questions About Cholesterol and Diabetes
I answer some common questions I’ve been asked about cholesterol and diabetes, such as “What...
Are Supplements and Vitamins B12 and D Really Necessary on a Plant-Based Diet?
I answer common questions about supplements, vitamin B12, and vitamin D. Do we need them?
Friday Favorites: Which Coffee Is Healthier— Light Roast, Dark Roast, or Low Acid?
Dark roast coffee is more effective than light roast coffee in reducing body weight. Does...
Does Dietary Cholesterol (Eggs) Raise Blood Cholesterol?
Even nine out of ten studies funded by the egg industry show that eggs raise...
Cholesterol and Heart Disease: Why Has There Been So Much Controversy?
Is the role of cholesterol in heart disease settled beyond a reasonable doubt?
Friday Favorites: The Benefits of Kale and Cabbage for Cholesterol
Dinosaur kale and red cabbage are put to the test.
Diet and Lifestyle for Cancer Prevention and Survival
What kind of diet should cancer patients eat?
