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Comment on BPA: The Whole Truth With Whole Foods by Todd Caldecott

Todd Caldecott — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 18:14:01 +0000

Generally I am in favor of ceramic cookware, but in this case I can’t really say, since the company doesn’t disclose everything about their product. It says the coating is stable up to 400F, which isn’t very high, making me wonder how the ceramic coating is adhered to the pan. I am also curious about durability, and sensitivity to hot/cold temperature changes. FWIW, I review cookware in my new book, Food As Medicine…

Comment on BPA: The Whole Truth With Whole Foods by Rich Ralph RhA, RHN

Rich Ralph RhA, RHN — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:12:15 +0000

I agree, Todd. There are many other chemicals and toxins out there that we need to be careful with.
What are your thoughts on Eco-Pans (I believe Paderno makes a line of pans that use ceramic coating instead of teflon)?

Comment on BPA: The Whole Truth With Whole Foods by Todd Caldecott

Todd Caldecott — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 05:15:38 +0000

BPA-free isn’t enough…
http://www.foodasmedicine.ca/2012/the-ever-present-problem-of-plastic/

Comment on Could Canola Oil Be Making You Sick? by C. Porter

C. Porter — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 07:55:36 +0000

As far as all my research goes,, your healthiest oil is going to be (organic of course) coconut oil, then olive oil. But olive oil is not good for heating, only good if you’re using it at room temperature (or slightly cooler) because it starts to deteriorate quickly even at slightly above room temp.

If I need other fat, then I’ll use unsalted organic butter.

Comment on Road To Recovery: My ACL Story by Rich Ralph RhA, RHN

Rich Ralph RhA, RHN — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 17:15:44 +0000

Hi Cornelia,
The knee is great! I mentioned above that I believe the ACL is fully healed.
Unfortunately I have not had as much time to designate towards strengthening and repairing the meniscus, so I still have a bit of work to do there. I have a baby on the way, so life is pretty hectic

However, I am back playing some sports (volleyball, floor hockey, etc) and I plan to play soccer in the spring/summer.

Comment on Road To Recovery: My ACL Story by cornelia

cornelia — Sun, 15 Jan 2012 08:54:15 +0000

Hi! How is it going with your knee?

Comment on Could Canola Oil Be Making You Sick? by Dean Kirkland

Dean Kirkland — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:33:21 +0000

I hate how so many food processes are going this way. I believe it’s dangerous and something to stay away from.

Comment on Agave: Too Good To Be True? by Steve T.

Steve T. — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 04:55:37 +0000

“There’s no need to re-invent the wheel here. ” It’s funny how even with millions of dollars (maybe even billions of dollars) of research, we still have not been able to come up with safe “man-made” alternative sweeteners. You have this expert and that celebrity touting the benefits of this and that miracle food or additive. When you are not an expert nutritionist, it is hard to know who to pay attention to. You are probably right though, it is hard to go wrong if you take steps to minimize the amount of processed foods you eat.

Comment on Curried Liver And Chickpea Chili by Jennifer

Jennifer — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 04:45:43 +0000

Great recipe. I work in pediatric dentistry in Chicago and I’m always looking for healthy recipes for my patients. Thanks!

Comment on BPA: The Whole Truth With Whole Foods by C E Thompson

C E Thompson — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 03:25:34 +0000

Very interesting article…both about BPA and coconut milk. Thank you.