2005 February

I remember reading some years ago that avocados should be eaten in moderation because of their high fat content. That advice makes perfect sense for anyone who has bought into the absurd mindset that any dietary fat is an enemy of good health.

This is just one of three active threads that discuss the pros and cons of different types of cookware, with a special emphasis on the dangers of Teflon.

Last week the confusion over the use of Vioxx, Celebrex, Bextra and other pain-killing drugs got even more confusing when an FDA panel advised the agency to keep the drugs on the market.

Calcium intake is a powerful preventive against colorectal cancer. That’s a bold statement, but with study after study we’re seeing that it appears to be true.

In a moment I’ll address the issue of palatability. But to start things off, we’ll look at a study that illustrates how a little vinegar before meals may actually help diabetics and those with pre-diabetic symptoms manage insulin sensitivity.