Dec 24th, 2008 · In his book, In Defense of Food Michael Pollan argues that in last 20 decades, real food has vanished from supermarket shelves only to be replaced by food imitations. Pollan offers pointers on getting back to basic nutrition.
Nov 27th, 2008 · Though we often blame the turkey, nutritionists say virtually all meats, tofu, dairy products and nuts have tryptophan. The Thanksgiving Day snooze may have more to do with other things, like overeating, wine and dealing with social interactions.
Feb 28th, 2007 · February is "American Heart Month," and according to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of black men and women. Nutritionist Rovenia Brock offers tips on maintaining a healthy heart.
Nov 1st, 2006 · Farai Chideya talks with nutritionist Rovenia Brock about some common diet and nutrition myths. Brock is the author of Dr. Ro's Ten Secrets to Livin' Healthy.
Sep 15th, 2006 · Nutritionists have their eyes on school lunches and aren't happy with the heaping helpings of tater tots, greasy pizza and lack of balanced nutrition seen in many school cafeterias. Could changes to school lunches help stem the tide of childhood obesity?
Jun 20th, 2006 · Wendy's is doing away with its "biggie" and "great biggie" portion names. But that doesn't mean sizes are getting smaller. A medium drink is 32 ounces, and a large tops out at 42 ounces. Nutritionists see this new, larger soft drink as a setback in the battle against obesity.
Jun 9th, 2006 · Eat less, move more, eat lots of fruits and vegetables, and go easy on junk food. Author and nutritionist Marion Nestle's basic principles for a good diet are easier said than done. She explains why it's so hard to eat healthy in America today.
May 3rd, 2006 · Michele Norris talks with Dr. Madelyn Fernstrom, director of the Weight Management Center at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Fernstrom will clue us in about which juices are actually good for you, and which ones are no better than sodas.