The New York Times Magazine has published an excellent, albeit long, feature on The Extraordinary Science of Addictive Junk Food. It’s quite a long read, but really impresses upon the reader what amazing efforts the food industry has taken (and … Continue reading
Whether you have HBO or not, you should watch the 4 part miniseries Weight of the Nation. It is available free online. The documentary covers many aspects of the obesity situation in the US, and comes out with a clear … Continue reading
First Lady Michelle Obama has a legacy she wants to leave behind: drastically reducing childhood obesity. Yesterday at a Mayors Conference in Washington DC, she announced a new initiative in this spirit, to be formally announced in February. After presenting … Continue reading