Am I Woody Allen in the movie Bananas? Did I wake up from a bad dream to find myself in a world I don’t recognize? Granted, I feel that way about a lot of things right now. But after being [...]
Tag: organic food
Why I don’t be recommending everything on this year’s “Clean Fifteen” list
Yesterday I shared the Environmental Working Group’s (EWG) 2019 “Dirty Dozen”—their annual list of the most pesticide-laden conventional produce. And if that report didn’t convince you that [...]
The surprising addition to this year’s “Dirty Dozen”
Consider this your annual reminder that, sometimes, even superfoods can be hazardous to your health. And if strawberries, spinach, or kale make regular appearances on your menu—and they [...]
The cancer risk hiding in your salad bowl
For anyone who thinks spending a little extra for organic food isn’t worth it: It’s time to think again. And you don’t have to take my word for it. Because according to a new study, more frequent [...]
How to stop a heart attack with a hamburger
Sometimes, doctors say the stupidest things. Case in point: I was watching an interview on the news the other day. It was your typical medical segment. You know, reporters pitching the latest [...]