Food Addiction

In this video interview, Dr. Sean Hashmi of Kaiser Permanente sits down with Ocean Robbins to discuss his experience as a kidney specialist, his mission to change the culture of medicine, and the importance of treating root causes of disease — not just symptoms. Dr. Hashmi and Ocean discuss the impact of systemic inequality on food choices and health outcomes, and look at breakthrough solutions that can heal lives and build a healthier society.

It’s one thing to acknowledge that sugar is bad for us, but it’s another to understand just how much havoc it can wreak on our health. Yet, even armed with that knowledge, sugar is a major temptation for many of us, especially during gatherings. Dr. Michael Klaper shares his journey to “slay the sugary beast” and how you can apply these tactics the next time you’re staring down a plate of cookies or a slice of birthday cake.

Worldwide, figures for obesity continue to rise to mind-blowing levels, including obesity in children. A fundamental shift in awareness and nutritional education is necessary in order to address this issue head-on. Jyl Steinback, of the nonprofit Shape Up Us, discusses the issues influencing our children’s eating habits — and the ways in which teachers, parents, and the children themselves can improve nutritional knowledge and experience for kids.

Many people adore cheese. Why is it so appealing? And should we be eating as much as we do?

So many alternatives to sugar exist — but are any of them a healthy choice?

We are all gifted with innate body wisdom. Being bodywise means connecting to the great intelligence that has evolved in...

Editor's Note: Yes, soda consumption is declining in America and the soda industry has taken a hit, which is good news...

By Mark Hyman, M.D. • Originally posted on DrHyman.com According to a recent article in the New York Times, “Food Corporations Turn...

The environment doesn't appreciate our meat obsession. The average meat-eater in the U.S. is responsible for almost twice as much global warming as the average...

Something revolutionary happened last week and you probably didn't hear about it. Tesco, a multinational grocery retailer -- the second...

We can, as a society, be astoundingly cruel to people who are obese. They might be creative, caring and hopeful...