In a study published in the journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality & Outcomes, researchers looked at a dozen clinical trials that compared weight loss from the “usual” low-fat diet given to overweight patients to four big name diets: Atkins, Weight Watchers, Zone, and South Beach. Researchers found that Atkins, Weight Watchers and Zone were all modestly effective with […]

The USDA has just approved a genetically modified potato which resists bruising and has less of a chemical called acrylamide, which is a potential carcinogen. The levels of this carcinogen rise when potatoes are fried, and the engineered potatoes have 50-75% lower levels than regular potatoes. Despite the governmental approval, many consumers question the safety […]