Realism and compassion
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina For many, doing what comes naturally is an appealing concept. (For a good laugh, look up “Doin’ what comes natur’lly” on … Read more
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Is soy safe?
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina and Brenda Davis • Our September column on soy generated interest, letters and controversy. While considerable negative press about soy can … Read more
Rising concerns about gluten
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina MS, RD, and Brenda Davis RD • Gluten is a protein composite found in wheat, spelt, kamut, rye, barley and triticale … Read more
Easy veggie nutrition
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina MS, RD, and Brenda Davis • Vegetarians enjoy impressive health advantages, including greater longevity and reduced risk of cardiovascular disease, type … Read more
Can slaughter be humane?
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina MS, RD • I recently received a newsletter advertising local organic food that was subject to “humane slaughtering practices.” I find that … Read more
The prime of life
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina MS, RD, and Kayla Feenstra • I’m convinced to this day that our lifestyle choices make the difference between thriving and … Read more
Bonnie’s bone bonanza
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina MS, RD • Bonnie was thinking about going vegan. Of all the dietary choices she had considered over the years, this … Read more
Superstars strut their stuff
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina MS, RD • I recently attended the 6th International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition, which is held in California roughly every five … Read more
Food allies
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina and Brenda Davis, RDs In the quest for blooming health and vitality, we have enemies and allies in the realm of … Read more
Hurrah for raw
NUTRISPEAK by Vesanto Melina In last month’s column, we explored by-products from cooking that can pose a threat to human health: HCAs (heterocyclic amines), PAHs … Read more