It's interesting to me how we're finding that many spices have unexpected effects in our bodies. It makes sense when you think about it, as we've always valued spices ... Read More

Did you know that two people can have the same height and weight, but very different percentages of body fat? We tend to think that "the scale tells the tale". ... Read More

What a great weekend I had in Phoenix at Nutrition and Metabolism Society Symposium which was part of the American Society of Bariatric Physicians 2008 Western Regional Obesity Course. - We ... Read More

I'm excited to be boarding a plane for Phoenix, AZ in a few hours to attend this year's Nutrition and Metabolism Society Conference (Jimmy Moore's Conference Description). Last ... Read More

It's spring, and the herbs are growing in my yard - rosemary, thyme, chives, savory, mint. Did I spend hours in the garden tending my precious plants? I ... Read More

I saw an interesting piece on Good Morning America yesterday on the accuracy of food labels. They took 12 packaged foods such as bread, chips, and cookies, and tested ... Read More

Shirataki noodles are a great discovery for low-carb eaters. They are made of an especially healthy type of fiber, and low in carbs, calories, and fat. Cathy Wong, ... Read More

As many of you know, Calorie Count is a service that About.com provides for our readers -- and it's not just about calories, but other nutritional information, including carbohydrates, on ... Read More