Food Myth

Is the five-second rule legitimate? Are electric hand dryers really bacteria blowers? How gross is backwash? When it comes to food safety and germs, there are as many common questions as there are misconceptions. And yet there has never been a book that clearly examines the science behind these important issues - until now.

When Charlotte and Big Daddy LaBouff decide to have dinner at Tiana’s Palace, they don’t realize that their dog, Stella, has tagged along, too. Soon Stella is the hit of Tiana’s ki….

Nationally acclaimed storyteller J.J. Reneaux grew up Cajun for true, surrounded by the stories, music, food, and culture of rural communities in southeastern Texas and southern Louisiana. A traditional storyteller who collects by word-of-mouth, Reneaux has developed her repertoire over years of collecting: on front porches, school playgrounds, and her beloved fishing trips, as well as at nursing homes, airports, and at neighborhood fais-dodos.

We’ve been told that a vegetarian diet can feed the hungry, honor the animals, and save the planet. Lierre Keith believed in that plant-based diet and spent twenty years as a vegan. But in The Vegetarian Myth, she argues that we’ve been led astray - not by our longings for a just and sustainable world, but by our ignorance. e truth is that agriculture is a relentless assault against the planet, and more of the same won’t save us. In service to annual grains, humans have devastated prairies and forests, driven countless species extinct, altered the climate, and destroyed the topsoil - the basis of life itself....

Did you know that oatmeal actually isn't a healthy way to start the day? That milk doesn't build bones, and eggs aren't the devil? In Food: What the Heck Should I Eat?, Dr. Hyman looks at every food group and explains what we've gotten wrong, revealing which foods nurture our health and which pose threats. He also explains food's crucial role in functional medicine and how food systems and policies affect our environmental and personal health.

As devoted cat owners, we want the best for our feline companions. For many of us, that love translates into small daily rituals: the sound of a can popping open, the meticulous measuring of kibble, or the quiet satisfaction of watching our cat enjoy their meal. We make these choices carefully, assuming we’re doing right by them. After all, nutrition is one of the most basic, tangible ways we show love.

Weaving a rich tapestry of multicultural myths, ancient legends, and simple folktales, Anita Johnston, PhD, inspires women to free themselves from disordered eating by discovering the metaphors that are hidden in their own life stories.

When a shattered kayak and camping gear are found on an uninhabited island, they reignite a mystery surrounding a shocking act of protest. Five months earlier, logger-turned-activist Grant Hadwin had plunged naked into a river in British Columbia's Queen Charlotte Islands, towing a chainsaw. When his night's work was done, a unique Sitka spruce, 165 feet tall and covered with luminous golden needles, teetered on its stump. Two days later it fell.

Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or how dumplings cured a village’s frostbitten ears? Or how wonton soup tells about the creation of the world? Separated into courses like a Chinese menu, these tales—based in real history and folklore—are filled with squabbling dragons, magical fruits, and hungry monks. This book will bring you to far-off times and marvelous places, all while making your mouth water.

Nationally acclaimed storyteller J.J. Reneaux grew up Cajun for true, surrounded by the stories, music, food, and culture of rural communities in southeast Texas and southern Louisiana. A traditional storyteller who collects by word-of-mouth, Reneaux has developed her repertoire over years of collecting on front porches, school playgrounds, and her beloved fishing trips, as well as at nursing homes, airports, and at neighborhood fais-dodos.

Achieve vibrant health and unstoppable energy with the power of intermittent fasting to enhance your health and longevity, even if counting calories has never been your thing!Have you ever wondered how you can manage weight without constantly feeling deprived? Are hormonal changes like menopause affecting your energy and well-being? Do you worry about the complications and side effects of complex diets, especially in your golden years? If any of these concerns resonate with you, you're certainly not alone. Many seniors feel overwhelmed by the myriad fasting options, but the truth is that ...

In this fascinating, refreshingly clarifying book about food, food myths, and how sloppy science perpetuates misconceptions about food, a medical doctor on his way to a conference gets drawn into conversations that answer many questions.

Sunshine Clinic is a stand-alone conclusion to the heart-warming family saga that began with My Mother's Kitchen and Seeing Ceremony. Sunny Unnikrishnan grew up in Mahagiri under the long shadow of her older sister Meena and her strong-willed mother (Little Mother). Now, she is ready to become her own person. The newly qualified doctor finds a job as a village doctor, and she will have to overcome age-old practices and superstitions to win over the villagers. Each day is a new adventure for Dr. Sunny, who finds support and friendship in unexpected places. The nuns at the regional Carmelite ...

On a winter night in 1997, a British Columbia timber scout named Grant Hadwin committed an act of shocking violence in the mythic Queen Charlotte Islands. His victim was legendary: a unique 300-year-old Sitka spruce tree, fifty metres tall and covered with luminous golden needles.

Prepare to unearth the hidden truths of whiskey history in Whiskey Lore: Volume One, a groundbreaking exploration of 24 popular whiskey myths that have shaped our understanding of the world’s great spirits. With meticulous research and a talent for captivating storytelling, Drew Hannush takes listeners on a journey through the forgotten corners of whiskey’s past, shedding light on the stories that are too often oversimplified or misunderstood.

Unleash the power of homemade dog food and unlock a healthier and happier life for your furry friend—in just a few simple steps—even amid a busy lifestyle.

Discover the freedom of sustainable weight loss and increased energy with Intermittent Fasting, even if you’ve struggled with traditional diets before. Have you been searching for a weight loss solution that actually works, without leaving you hungry or frustrated? Do you find yourself overwhelmed by complicated diets and calorie-counting misconceptions that seem impossible to maintain? Are you curious about how intermittent fasting could revolutionize your health and well-being, but worry it may not suit your lifestyle?If you answered yes, you're not alone. Intermittent fasting is ...

Thought for Food Edited by Dr Shara Cohen PhD CBiol FWIF FRCPath FIBMS FRSB BEM In a world flooded with food advice, media scares and marketing claims, it can be hard to know what – or whom – to trust. Thought for Food cuts through the confusion by bringing together expert voices from across the food industry, science and health sectors. From the science of genetic engineering to the cultural roots of our eating habits, from food safety and allergies to the role of probiotics and emotional eating, this book explores how what we eat affects our bodies, our society and our environment. ...

Unfortunately for all of us, birthdays come with the gift of aging, but that doesn’t mean your years have to show on your face and body. Popular podcast host and board-certified nutritionist Monica Reinagel has the five secrets everyone should know to feel and look fabulous—no matter what your driver’s license says. You’re never too young to start thinking about your future (your future self will thank you), and you’re never too old to make a change.

Fixing Food takes you inside the FDA and explores the inner workings that drove failed strategies. Following his tenure at the FDA, Dr. Williams spent more than a decade investigating new sciences - including genetic and microbial sciences - that are leading to innovative foods and products. With one of the greatest public health crises in American history ongoing, this research aims to solve our issues with food - once and for all.