Katherine Tallmadge
Latest articles by Katherine Tallmadge

A Chocolate a Day? (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge last updated
Opinion Eat a chocolate a day, but check the label first.

The Dangers of Going Gluten-Free (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Wheat has tremendous nutritional benefit — most people should not be avoiding gluten.

Weight-Loss Superfood: 6 Tips for a Healthy Gut
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Feed that microbiome right, and you'll see results in, and around, your gut.

Eat More Early, Eat Less at Night (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Through proper planning, and by eating regular daytime meals and snacks, you'll find your self-control and discipline not only return, but have never been lost.

Katherine Tallmadge: Responding to Rush Limbaugh Attacks on Obesity (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Why is nutritionist Katherine Tallmadge being attacked by conservatives?

Tired of Blizzard Bloat? Reversing Winter Weight Gain (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion You're not the only one packing on pounds this winter.

7 Simple Steps for a Post-Holiday Health Detox
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Yes, you can detox without taking any strange supplements.

Six Science-Based Strategies to Beat Holiday Bloat (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion From cookie curiosity to the insistence of "food pushers," human nature helps drive up the pounds during the holidays.

Go Ahead, Eat the Halloween Candy (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion You don't have to avoid Halloween candy, but know your limits.

Tomatoes, Summer's Last Sigh (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Tomatoes bring a nutritious end to the summer.

What — and When — to Eat to Build Muscle (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion When and what you eat can dramatically impact your weightlifting results.

Eggs Don't Deserve Their Bad Reputation, Studies Show (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Despite their high cholesterol levels, eggs do not seem to dramatically affect heart health for most people.

Why Childhood Obesity Drop May Herald a Change of Habit (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion What is behind the drop in U.S. rates of childhood obesity?

Is BMI Best? 8 Steps to Your Healthiest Weight (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Can BMI guide you to better health?

Stealth Assault on Health: Beverages Pack Calorie Punch (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Juices have many health benefits, but have more calories than you'd think.

13 Tips for Staying Hydrated in the Summer Heat (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Avoiding dehydration involves more than drinking water.

Understanding the Power of Omega-3s (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion How healthy are omega-3s?

GMOs Are a Grand Experiment on Health, Environment (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Are GMOs safe for people or the environment?

Is Your Olive Oil As Healthy As You Think? (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion The olive oil on the store shelf may not be the nutrition powerhouse you suspect it is.

7 'Bad' Foods You Should Be Eating (Op-Ed)
By Katherine Tallmadge published
Opinion Why some 'bad' foods are actually good.
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