Wellness

How the Fight to Ban Trans Fat Was Won

What was the secret to the public health community’s triumph when past attempts to regulate the food industry failed? There…

Can Ultra-Processed Foods Be Fixed by Tweaking Their Nutrients?

What happened when ultra-processed foods were matched for calories, sugar, fat, and fiber content in the first randomized controlled trial?…

What Is the Best Poop Position?

The Squatty Potty is put to the test. Previously, I’ve talked about the potential efficacy of prunes and dried figs…

How a Single Meal Can Cripple Your Arteries and Lungs

What happens within hours of eating a high-fat meal? We are only as old as our arteries. What can we…

Can Exercise Counteract a High-Fat Meal?

There is a window of time in which sufficient physical activity can help mediate some of the damage caused by…