Processed Foods
What you eat and drink affects your health today and disease avoidance in the future.
Low fat food
Foods labeled “low fat” can make you fat Low fat food may not be good for your waist line. Packaged foods that... more
Aspartame, a sweet poison?
If it says “sugar free” on the label, don’t even think about it Many of us have turned to diet sodas... more
Colas and sodas
What are colas? Colas are sweet carbonated drinks with caramel coloring and containing caffeine. Originally invented by the Coca-Cola Company, they... more
Decaf coffee
Did you know that more than 50% of people who cut caffeine say it was for health reasons? While caffeine... more
Food additives that you don’t want in your food
When food manufacturers create packaged foods for your consumption, they typically put in “additives.” These additives are designed to taste... more
Food label lies
Reading food labels isn't as easy as you think. Here's how to decipher nutrition labels so you can separate fact... more
Ketchup reduces cholesterol
Would you believe “Ketchup is sauce of well being?” This is the punning headline for a story in The London Sun... more
Low-carb snack foods
If you think you're cutting calories by eating diet or low-calorie versions of your favorite foods, think again. A new... more