I would like to share my views on some of the most frequently asked food and nutrition-related questions on this page. Let me know your questions and thoughts, and I will keep adding information to this page.
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1. Where can I find reliable health and nutrition information?
When you are looking for health information, ask these questions to check if they are reliable information sources:
1. Who runs the platform? Why does it exist?
2. How is the information produced?
3. Where does the information come from? What’s the evidence?
4. Is it too good (bad) to be true?
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2. Is organic better than conventional?
Nutritionally, there is not much difference.
Environmentally, organic is probably better.
Financially, organic is definitely less affordable.
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3. Is MSG bad for you?
There is no scientific evidence confirming that MSG causes adverse effects. And if you can handle potato chips and cheese, you are probably okay with MSG.
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4. Is soy healthy?
Soy and soy products are good sources of protein, and they are most likely beneficial when replacing processed and red meat.
5. How do I read the nutrition labels?
The nutrition facts labels on packaged foods can be very helpful when making choices. Here is a comprehensive guide on how to understand and use the nutrition facts label.