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Good and Bad Fat Update

February 16th, 1999

As seen on BCTV February 16/99 We’ve heard so much about which fats should be cut out of the diet. …

Glycemic Index

February 9th, 1999

As seen on BCTV February 9/99 The glycemic index refers to the speed at which a food converts into glucose, …

Eating Disorder Awareness

February 2nd, 1999

As seen on BCTV February 2/99 February 1-7, 1999 is Eating Disorder Awareness Week – a good time to bring …

Nutrition Questions from January 26/99 Noon News Hour

January 26th, 1999

As seen on BCTV January 26/99 NUTRITION QUESTIONS FROM JANUARY 26 NOON NEWS HOUR 1) Adele from Burnaby: Dr. Atkin’s …

Tofu Update

January 19th, 1999

As seen on BCTV January 19/99 By now, I’m sure you’re all eating tofu or other soy foods at least …

Food Posioning

January 12th, 1999

As seen on BCTV January 12/99 Seem like you’re getting the flu a lot lately but it’s gone a day …

Nutrition Questions from January 5/99 Noon News Hour

January 5th, 1999

As seen on BCTV January 5/99 VIEWER NUTRITION QUESTIONS FROM JANUARY 5, 1999 NOON NEWS HOUR 1. Eleanor was wondering …

Nutrition Questions from December 29/98 Noon News Hour

December 29th, 1998

As seen on BCTV December 29/98 VIEWER NUTRITION QUESTIONS FROM DECEMBER 29, 1998 NOON NEWS HOUR 1. Kathy from Burnaby …

How the Stress of the Holidays Can Make You Gain Fat

December 15th, 1998

As seen on BCTV December 15/98 When we feel stressed, our body produces hormones that prepare us to flee from …

Fueling Up For A Day On The Slopes

December 8th, 1998

As seen on BCTV December 8/98 When you’re heading out for a day on the slopes, aim to keep your …