Flour Fortification with Folic Acid: Good Idea or Bad Idea

FDA’s mandatory folic acid fortification program may be one of the worst blunders in the history of U.S. public health. Folic acid isn't a vitamin, it's a

By Loren Cordain, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus

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Healthy Aging: Study shows high-carbohydrate diets promote dementia

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The Sodium/Potassium Ratio and its Importance in Human Health

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Eat Saint Louis Style Pork Ribs, and Reduce your Risk for Heart Disease, Osteoporosis and Other Chronic Diseases

St. Louis style pork ribs come from the healthiest part of the pig. Dr. Cordain of The Paleo Diet explains why their high menaquinone content may help your health in today's entry.

By Loren Cordain, Ph.D.

Ketogenic Diets: Long-term Nutritional and Metabolic Deficiencies

While the Paleo diet and ketogenic diets are often confused, they have important differences that need to be recognized. Read more about the potential drawbacks of a ketogenic diet in today's post.

By Loren Cordain, Ph.D.

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