Nutrition Science: Reading between/beyond the Headlines
Published in the October 2011 issue of Environmental Nutrition.
“Fruits and vegetables don’t protect against cancer”; “calcium supplements cause heart attacks”—just two examples of recent headlines that appeared in the popular press. Thanks to the swelling public interest in the prevention of disease through diet, just about every magazine, newspaper and website reports on nutrition...
Thursday, October 6, 2011
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Eating in Ireland
I had the pleasure of eating in Ireland this year—something I’d always hoped to do. I was enchanted by the Green Isle, from the charming, lively people to the breathtaking scenery to the festive pubs. Starting in Dublin, we stayed in the Temple Bar area, known for its raucous pub scene, which draws college age kids from all over the world. Sure, plenty of the pubs were touristy,...
Thursday, October 27, 2011
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Charleston Cuisine
I just returned from Charleston for the Association of Food Journalists Conference—a group of food writers and editors for magazines, newspapers, cookbooks, and beyond. I was completely charmed by Charleston, from the friendly cab driver whisked me to my hotel to the gorgeous facades of buildings that lined the city streets.
When you live in LA, your food conversation can sometimes...
Thursday, October 20, 2011
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Frozen Yogurt: the Healthy Alternative to Satisfy Our Sweet Tooth?
By Guest Blogger, Lily Chen, Dietetic Student
Ice cream has always been one of America’s favorite desserts. But during these past few years, frozen yogurt, or affectionately referred to as fro-yo, has taken the country by storm. Reported in a variety of media outlets, photographed with some of the most famous celebrities, it appears that frozen yogurt has won the title of the country’s favorite frozen dessert.
Marketed as a healthy...
Thursday, October 13, 2011
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Lazy Ox Canteen, Little Tokyo, Los Angeles
I’m on a mission to try all of the James Beard recognized restaurants in my hometown of LA. Last night we sampled the delights of Lazy Ox Canteen, in the gentrified section of downtown LA called Little Tokyo. Amid the gleaming skyscrapers, Little Tokyo boasts a Buddhist Temple, shops, bronze statues honoring Japanese immigrants, and tons of Japanese restaurants, making it an unlikely spot for...
Monday, October 31, 2011
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