Bottomless Bowls: Can We Tell the Difference in How Much We Eat? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-10-19 | What would happen if we could devise a sneaky way to refill someone’s bowl? Would they unwittingly eat more, and would they notice the difference? It turns out these aren’t questions we need to ask—the studies have already been done!Deepen your understanding of the psychological influences on food choices at nutritionstudies.org/courses/plant-based-nutritionReferences1. Wansink B, Painter JE, North J. Bottomless bowls: why visual cues of portion size may influence intake. Obes Res. 2005;13(1):93-100. doi:10.1038/oby.2005.122. Wansink, B., & Sobal, J. (2007). Mindless Eating: The 200 Daily Food Decisions We Overlook. Environment and Behavior, 39(1), 106-123. doi.org/10.1177/0013916506295573
America - A Dangerously Constipated Nation T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-10-05 | Conservative estimates suggest that healthy diet and lifestyle factors could reduce the colon cancer burden by 70 percent. But what does that healthy diet look like? What would Burkitt, the famed Fibre Man, have to say about America's diet today?Read more: nutritionstudies.org/dr-denis-burkitt-a-wide-angle-view-of-the-proverbial-elephantReferences1. McDougall J. Denis Burkitt, MD opened McDougall’s eyes to diet and disease. The McDougall Newsletter: Volume 12, Issue 01. January 2013. Accessed online September 9, 2024.2. Cummings JH, Engineer A. Denis Burkitt and the origins of the dietary fibre hypothesis. Nutr Res Rev. 2018;31(1):1-15. doi:10.1017/S09544224170001173. Burkitt DP. Epidemiology of cancer of the colon and rectum. Cancer. 1971;28(1):3-13. doi:10.1002/1097-0142(197107)28:1(3::aid-cncr2820280104)3.0.co;2-nBurkitt DP. Western diseases and their emergence related to diet. S Afr Med J. 1982;61(26):1013-1015.4. American College of Gastroenterology (ACG). Chronic constipation linked to increased risk of colorectal cancer, ScienceDaily (2012). www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/10/121022081228.htm5. American Cancer Society. Cancer facts & figures 2019. cancer.org/content/dam/cancer-org/research/cancer-facts-and-statistics/annual-cancer-facts-and-figures/2019/cancer-facts-and-figures-2019.pdf6. Willett, W. C. Diet and Cancer. JAMA 293(2), 233–234 (2005). doi.org/10.1001/jama.293.2.2337. Hagga, F. A., & Boushey, R. P. Colorectal cancer epidemiology: incidence, mortality, survival, and risk factors. Clinics in colon and rectal surgery 22(4), 191–197 (2009). doi.org/10.1055/s-0029-1242458
Healthcare versus Disease Response T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-09-20 | Fad diets thrive on epidemics of chronic disease, and that's exactly what we have on our hands. Despite improved survival and mortality rates, many of the top causes of death are no less prevalent than they were in decades past.Read more: nutritionstudies.org/healthcare-vs-disease-response-system-part-2References: 1. Crimmins EM, Beltrán-Sánchez H. Mortality and morbidity trends: is there compression of morbidity?. J Gerontol B Psychol Sci Soc Sci. 2011;66(1):75-86. doi:10.1093/geronb/gbq0882. IHME, Global Burden of Disease (2024) – with major processing by Our World in Data. “Prevalence rate of cardiovascular diseases” [dataset]. IHME, Global Burden of Disease, “Global Burden of Disease - Prevalence and Incidence” [original data]. Retrieved September 3, 2024 from ourworldindata.org/grapher/prevalence-rate-of-cardiovascular-disease3. WHO Mortality Database (2024) – with minor processing by Our World in Data. “Death rate from cardiovascular diseases” [dataset]. WHO Mortality Database, “WHO Mortality Database” [original data]. Retrieved September 3, 2024 from ourworldindata.org/grapher/cardiovascular-disease-death-rate-who-mdb
Demystifying “Women’s Health”: An Inclusive Approach to Thriving Throughout the Lifetime Webinar T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-09-17 | Wow, what an information-packed hour! Dr. Tollefson’s passion, knowledge of women’s health, and willingness to share her personal experience made for a really insightful and inspirational webinar. She presented the facts and provided practical how-tos for incorporating health-promoting behaviors into daily life. Much of what she shared is outlined in the book she coauthored, PAVING a Woman’s Path Through Menopause and Beyond. The book also serves as a workbook for recording your health journey and plan for healthy living.
Is There a Most Unhealthy Diet? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-09-13 | Decades of research show a consistent relationship between failing health and failing to consume enough of certain foods. This research is not immune to criticism. No research is. But anyone claiming the polar opposite conclusion has—rightfully—a steep hill to climb.Learn more: nutritionstudies.org/the-carnivore-diet-what-does-the-evidence-sayReferences1. GBD 2017 Diet Collaborators. Health effects of dietary risks in 195 countries, 1990-2017: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2017 [published correction appears in 2. Lancet. 2021 Jun 26;397(10293):2466. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(21)01342-8]. Lancet. 2019;393(10184):1958-1972. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(19)30041-83. O’Hearn LA. Beginner’s guide. Eat meat. Not too little. Mostly Fat. Accessed August 26, 2024. mostly-fat.com/eat-meat-not-too-little-mostly-fat/#frequently-asked-questions
Willpower Is Not a Muscle—Avoid Having to Use It T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-09-06 | Many people assume that willpower is an innate ability that we either have or don't have. Others believe they can practice using their willpower and maybe strengthen it, like a muscle. Does the research on willpower support either of these ideas? If not, what is willpower? And how can we apply what we know about willpower to ensure we make better decisions?References1. Baumeister RF, Bratslavsky E, Muraven M, Tice DM. Ego depletion: is the active self a limited resource?. J Pers Soc Psychol. 1998;74(5):1252-1265. doi:10.1037//0022-3514.74.5.12522. Miller HC, Pattison KF, DeWall CN, Rayburn-Reeves R, Zentall TR. Self-control without a “self”? Common self-control processes in humans and dogs. Psychol. Sci. 2010;21(4):534-538. doi:10.1177/0956797610364968
Soil Degradation Caused by Agriculture T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-08-23 | Under natural conditions, it takes hundreds of years to produce healthy topsoil. Instead of assisting and supporting those conditions, industrial agriculture is geared toward rapidly depleting the healthy topsoil that already exists. If nothing changes, what can we expect from the next several decades?Sources:1. Jang WS et al. The hidden costs of land degradation in US maize agriculture. Earth’s Future 2021;9(2). doi:10.1029/2020EF001641 2. International Atomic Energy Agency. Soil erosion control. Accessed online May 29, 2024. iaea.org/topics/soil-erosion-control 3. United Nations University. "World loses trillions of dollars worth of nature's benefits each year due to land degradation." ScienceDaily. ScienceDaily, 15 September 2015. www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/09/150915090404.htm.4. Kopittke PM, Menzies NW, Wang P, McKenna BA, Lombi E. Soil and the intensification of agriculture for global food security. Environ Int. 2019;132:105078. doi:10.1016/j.envint.2019.105078
Do You Need Vitamin D Supplements? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-08-16 | When we get enough sunshine, our bodies create plenty of vitamin D. But how much sunshine exposure is enough? The answer depends on a few factors.Read more about vitamin D: nutritionstudies.org/shining-light-vitamin-dnutritionstudies.org/important-vitamin-d-facts-need-knownutritionstudies.org/how-to-get-your-vitamin-d-from-mushroomsReferences: 1. Khazai N, Judd SE, Tangpricha V. Calcium and vitamin D: skeletal and extraskeletal health. Curr Rheumatol Rep. 2008;10(2):110-117. doi:10.1007/s11926-008-0020-y2. Srivastava SB. Vitamin D: Do We Need More Than Sunshine?. Am J Lifestyle Med. 2021;15(4):397-401. Published 2021 Apr 3. doi:10.1177/15598276211005689
Matters of the Heart: A Cardiologist’s Crusade to Change Lives and Heal Communities Webinar T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-08-12 | In this Spotlight on Health, Dr. Mike Hollie speaks with Dr. Columbus Batiste. Dr. Batiste discovered the power of lifestyle to prevent and reverse chronic diseases, especially those disproportionately affecting African American communities, after the death of his father. He embarked on a crusade to educate and empower patients, to embrace a plant-based lifestyle, defeat disease, and extend their lifespans. In this Spotlight on Health webinar, he will speak about his new book, SELFish: A Cardiologist’s Guide to Healing a Broken Heart, his “each one can teach one” educational philosophy, and why it takes more than nutrition to heal a broken heart. Whether you are new to the whole food, plant-based lifestyle or are a plant-based veteran, you will gain key takeaways for your own plant-based journey.
Plant-Based Nutrition for Disease Reversal and Whole-Body Health Webinar T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-07-30 | Dr. Klaper is a devoted educator of physicians and other healthcare professionals known internationally for his work, including his books and contributions to several documentary films. In this Spotlight on Health webinar, he speaks about the mechanisms of disease reversal utilizing plant-based nutrition and the whole-body improvements people experience when making plant-based dietary changes. Whether you are new to the whole food, plant-based lifestyle or are a plant-based veteran, you will gain key takeaways for your own plant-based journey.
Bone Broth and Toxic Metals T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-07-26 | Bone broth is said to contain large amounts of collagen, a group of proteins found throughout the body that give structure to connective tissue, bones, and more. But does that mean drinking bone broth is actually better for your bone health? And what other effects might this trendy beverage have on your health?References1. Heid M. Science can’t explain why everyone is drinking bone broth. TIME. January 6, 2016. http://time.com/4159156/bone-broth-health-benefits2. Monro JA, Leon R, Puri BK. The risk of lead contamination in bone broth diets. Med Hypotheses. 2013;80(4):389-390. doi:10.1016/j.mehy.2012.12.0263. Health Canada. Lead Information Package. October 20, 2021. canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/environmental-workplace-health/environmental-contaminants/lead/lead-information-package-some-commonly-asked-questions-about-lead-human-health.html#4. World Health Organization. “12. Chemical Fact Sheets: Lead.” Guidelines for Drinking-Water Quality (4th ed.); 415–418. https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/wash-documents/water-safety-and-quality/chemical-fact-sheets-2022/lead-fact-sheet-2022.pdf?sfvrsn=4983142a_2&download=true
The American Health Care Strategy: Spend More, Get Less T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-07-20 | Compared to countries with a similar GDP per capita, the United States spends twice as much on healthcare. Even with our increase in spending, we are lagging in life expectancy compared to countries such as Japan. If we are not living longer lives, what exactly are we paying for?
The High Cost of Cheap Chicken T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-07-12 | The ethical and environmental arguments against industrial-scale livestock agriculture are often the center of attention, and if you’re interested in a plant-based diet, chances are high you’ve also heard about the health benefits of ditching animal-based foods. But there’s more to the story—much more.References1. Dixon F. Sustainable Food Production & Diet. Kitsap Publishing; 2022.
Are Plant-Based Diets More Expensive? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-06-28 | Most of us understand that chronic diseases are costly to manage. Still, that cost can sometimes be hard to appreciate, especially before those chronic diseases fully develop. Reasonably healthy people may be more preoccupied with more immediate costs, like weekly grocery spending. At least, that’s what the data seems to show us. What else does the data show us? How well do our perceptions of cost align with reality?References1. Pais DF, Marques AC, Fuinhas JA. The cost of healthier and more sustainable food choices: Do plant-based consumers spend more on food?. Agric Food Econ. 2022;10(1):18. doi:10.1186/s40100-022-00224-92. Cleveland Clinic. Americans cite cost of healthy food as biggest barrier to a heart-healthy diet, according to cleveland clinic survey. Cleveland Clinic Newsroom. February 1, 2023. newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2023/02/01/americans-cite-cost-of-heathy-food-as-biggest-barrier-to-a-heart-healthy-diet-according-to-cleveland-clinic-survey3. Lusk JL and Norwood FB. Some vegetarians spend less money on food, others don’t. Ecol Econ. 2016;130:232–242. doi:10.1016/j.ecolecon.2016.07.0054. Kahleova H, Sutton M, Maracine C, Nichols D, Monsivais P, Holubkov R, Barnard ND. Vegan Diet and Food Costs Among Adults With Overweight: A Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2023 Sep 5;6(9):e2332106. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2023.32106. PMID: 37669055; PMCID: PMC10481244.
Monocultures: The Opposite of Nature T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-06-21 | In many ways, monocultures are the product of an agriculture divorced completely from nature. Lacking biodiversity, they require numerous manufactured inputs. But how well does that system work? What are the repercussions of trying to grow food in a system so at odds with natural processes?Sources:Miguel A. Altieri & Clara I. Nicholls (2020) Agroecology and the reconstruction of a post-COVID-19 agriculture,The Journal of Peasant Studies, 47:5, 881-898, DOI: 10.1080/03066150.2020.1782891
“Eat More Meat,” Says Study—Or Does It? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-06-15 | It's not uncommon for a drug or nutrient to have a seemingly positive effect on some surrogate marker of health—such as LDL cholesterol levels—without actually improving the health outcomes we care about most, like the incidence or mortality of heart disease. With that in mind, how should we assess the newest research on trans-vaccenic acid (TVA) and cancer?Read more: nutritionstudies.org/diminishing-returns-in-the-pursuit-of-a-cure-for-cancer
Breastfeeding Mothers: Beware of Cow’s Milk T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-06-01 | Studies going back many decades show that feeding your baby cow’s milk formula can cause unpleasant symptoms, but does the same apply to breastfed infants? What happens when a mother adds or removes cow’s milk from her diet?1. Cleveland Clinic. Colic. Updated June 9, 2023; Accessed March 26, 2024. my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/10823-colic2. Jakobsson I, Lindberg T. Cow's milk proteins cause infantile colic in breast-fed infants: a double-blind crossover study. Pediatrics. 1983;71(2):268-271.3. Lothe L, Lindberg T. Cow's milk whey protein elicits symptoms of infantile colic in colicky formula-fed infants: a double-blind crossover study [published correction appears in Pediatrics 1989 Jul;84(1):17]. Pediatrics. 1989;83(2):262-266.4. Iacovou M, Ralston RA, Muir J, Walker KZ, Truby H. Dietary management of infantile colic: a systematic review. Matern Child Health J. 2012;16(6):1319-1331. doi:10.1007/s10995-011-0842-5
Does Eating Soy Lower Cholesterol? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-05-15 | There is significant evidence that many if not all plant proteins lower cholesterol levels compared to animal proteins, which increase cholesterol levels, but soy is often singled out for its cholesterol-lowering effects. What might we say about soy beyond that single biomarker? Does soy deserve an especially prominent place in the whole food, plant-based dietary lifestyle?Learn more about soy and the WFPB diet at nutritionstudies.org/courses/plant-based-nutritionnutritionstudies.org/crucial-soy-linkReferences1. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Authorized health claims that meet the significant scientific agreement (SSA) standard. Accessed March 21, 2024. fda.gov/food/food-labeling-nutrition/authorized-health-claims-meet-significant-scientific-agreement-ssa-standard2. Anderson JW, Johnstone BM, Cook-Newell ME. Meta-analysis of the effects of soy protein intake on serum lipids. N Engl J Med. 1995;333(5):276-282. doi:10.1056/NEJM1995080333305023. Jenkins DJ, Mirrahimi A, Srichaikul K, et al. Soy protein reduces serum cholesterol by both intrinsic and food displacement mechanisms. J Nutr. 2010;140(12):2302S-2311S. doi:10.3945/jn.110.1249584. Blanco Mejia S, Messina M, Li SS, et al. A Meta-Analysis of 46 Studies Identified by the FDA Demonstrates that Soy Protein Decreases Circulating LDL and Total Cholesterol Concentrations in Adults. J Nutr. 2019;149(6):968-981. doi:10.1093/jn/nxz0205. Jenkins DJA, Blanco Mejia S, Chiavaroli L, et al. Cumulative Meta-Analysis of the Soy Effect Over Time. J Am Heart Assoc. 2019;8(13):e012458. doi:10.1161/JAHA.119.012458
Just How Large Is the Placebo Effect? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-05-09 | Supplement manufacturers often highlight how great their customers feel after taking their supplements, and some manufacturers report what might look like impressive findings from uncontrolled trials. How much can we trust these forms of evidence? How much of an influence might the placebo effect have?Learn more at nutritionstudies.org/whole-food-supplements-is-juice-plus-good-for-youReferences1.Lakoff A. The Right Patients for the Drug: Managing the Placebo Effect in Antidepressant Trials. BioSocieties. 2007;2(1), 57–71. doi:10.1017/s17458552070052. Jeste DV, Lee EE. Editorial Comment: Is the Placebo Effect Actually Increasing Over Time?. Am J Geriatr Psychiatry. 2017;25(9):1009-1011. doi:10.1016/j.jagp.2017.04.0103. Jones BDM, Razza LB, Weissman CR, et al. Magnitude of the Placebo Response Across Treatment Modalities Used for Treatment-Resistant Depression in Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis [published correction appears in JAMA Netw Open. 2021 Dec 1;4(12):e2144993]. JAMA 4. Netw Open. 2021;4(9):e2125531. Published 2021 Sep 1. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2021.25531Lembo A, Kelley JM, Nee J, et al. Open-label placebo vs double-blind placebo for irritable bowel syndrome: a randomized clinical trial. Pain. 2021;162(9):2428-2435. doi:10.1097/j.pain.0000000000002234
The Heart of the Matter: Nutrition is Only One Piece of the Puzzle T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-05-06 | Thank you to everyone who joined us live for our April 30th webinar with Dr. Dawn Mussallem to hear her incredible story of resilience in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges. The session was more than a retelling of one woman’s journey, it was a lesson in the power of positive thinking and doing and their power to affect health outcomes. Dr. Michael Hollie hosted this informative session, and those in attendance presented Dr. Mussallem with thoughtful questions. Here’s the replay for those who were unable to join us live.
Do Vegans Need B12 Supplements? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-04-27 | Depending on where you live, B12 might be the only nutrient of legitimate concern for your plant-based diet. It’s a subject we get asked a lot of questions about, but it’s also not something to stress over. You can get all the B12 you need by following our simple recommendations.Learn more at nutritionstudies.org/12-questions-answered-regarding-vitamin-b12And learn more about a whole food, plant-based diet here: nutritionstudies.org/whole-food-plant-based-diet-guide)References1. Watanabe F, Bito T. Vitamin B12 sources and microbial interaction. Exp Biol Med (Maywood). 2018;243(2):148-158. doi:10.1177/15353702177466122. Watanabe F, Yabuta Y, Bito T, Teng F. Vitamin B₁₂-containing plant food sources for vegetarians. Nutrients. 2014;6(5):1861-1873. Published 2014 May 5. doi:10.3390/nu60518613. National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Dietary Supplements. Vitamin B12 fact sheet for consumers. Updated December 15, 2023. Accessed March 14, 2024. 4. Campbell T C, Campbell T M II. The China Study: Startling Implications for Diet, Weight Loss and Long-Term Health. BenBella Books; 2006.
Eating for Better Mental Health T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-04-20 | Many people have taken recent discoveries about the gut-brain axis to mean they should consume probiotic supplements. But do those supplements work? How much evidence supports their use? Alternatively, what role might plant-based foods play in improving your gut health and by extension your mental health?References1. Góralczyk-Bińkowska A, Szmajda-Krygier D, Kozłowska E. The Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis in Psychiatric Disorders. Int J Mol Sci. 2022;23(19):11245. Published 2022 Sep 24. doi:10.3390/ijms2319112452. Socała K, Doboszewska U, Szopa A, et al. The role of microbiota-gut-brain axis in neuropsychiatric and neurological disorders. Pharmacol Res. 2021;172:105840. doi:10.1016/j.phrs.2021.1058403. Wang Z, Wang Z, Lu T, et al. The microbiota-gut-brain axis in sleep disorders. Sleep Med Rev.2022;65:101691. doi:10.1016/j.smrv.2022.1016914. Stoller-Contrad J. Microbes help produce serotonin in gut. Caltech News. April 9, 2015. https://www.caltech.edu/about/news/microbes-help-produce-serotonin-gut-464955. Carabotti M, Scirocco A, Maselli MA, Severi C. The gut-brain axis: interactions between enteric microbiota, central and enteric nervous systems. Ann Gastroenterol. 2015;28(2):203-209.6. Brody DJ, Gu Q. Antidepressant use among adults: United States, 2015–2018. NCHS Data Brief, no 377. Hyattsville, MD: National Center for Health Statistics. 2020.7. World Health Organization (WHO). Depressive disorder (depression). March 31, 2023. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/depression8. Harvard Health Publishing. Should you take probiotics? February 2, 2022. https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/should-you-take-probiotics
Lisa Gawthorne Shares Her Experience With Our Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-04-10 | Learn more about our Certificate here: nutritionstudies.org/courses/plant-based-nutrition/enroll
What About Healthy Oils? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-03-30 | Some oils might be healthier than others. Extra virgin olive oil, for instance, is applauded for having more antioxidants than regular olive oil. But does that mean it’s a health food? How do oils stack up against their whole food sources? Take 100 grams of olives versus 100 grams of olive oil.References1. Stelter G. Is extra virgin olive oil better than olive oil? Medical News Today. Last updated November 8, 2023. medicalnewstoday.com/articles/318397#comparison2. FoodData Central. Olives, green. US Department of Agriculture (USDA). fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/1103679/nutrients3. FoodData Central. Olive oil. US Department of Agriculture (USDA). fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/2345743/nutrients4. Rueda-Clausen CF, Silva FA, Lindarte MA, et al. Olive, soybean and palm oils intake have a similar acute detrimental effect over the endothelial function in healthy young subjects. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis. 2007;17(1):50-57. doi:10.1016/j.numecd.2005.08.008
Soy Myths T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-03-21 | Soy may be the most misunderstood food that’s common in a plant-based diet. It’s the target of numerous accusations and a common source of anxiety, largely because it contains phytoestrogens. Are there legitimate concerns? How much soy is too much?References1. Garone S. 7 common myths about soy, debunked. Everyday Health; September 9, 2022. everydayhealth.com/diet-nutrition/common-myths-about-soy-debunked2. Martinez J, Lewi JE. An unusual case of gynecomastia associated with soy product consumption. Endocr Pract. 2008;14(4):415-418. doi:10.4158/EP.14.4.4153. Messina M. Soybean isoflavone exposure does not have feminizing effects on men: a critical examination of the clinical evidence. Fertil Steril. 2010;93(7):2095-2104. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2010.03.0024. Hamilton-Reeves JM, Vazquez G, Duval SJ, Phipps WR, Kurzer MS, Messina MJ. Clinical studies show no effects of soy protein or isoflavones on reproductive hormones in men: results of a meta-analysis. Fertil Steril. 2010;94(3):997-1007. doi:10.1016/j.fertnstert.2009.04.038
New Research on Breast Cancer and More with Dr. Thomas Campbell Webinar Replay T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-03-20 | Dr. Michael C. Hollie, host of our Spotlight on Health webinar series, interviews Dr. Thomas M. Campbell II, researcher and co-author of The China Study. Tom shares his research findings from his studies on women with metastatic breast cancer and provides an inside look into the group’s current study, which is investigating how nutrition may affect newer markers of blood vessel health. Dr. Campbell also discusses the rewards and challenges of the nutrition research he and his father, T. Colin Campbell, PhD, have been involved with over the years.If you are interested in learning more about Dr. Campbell’s research, you can find information, including published papers, under his profile at the University of Rochester at https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/people/112360026-thomas-campbell. Please visit the CNS website for additional articles about cancer: nutritionstudies.org/?s=cancer
How to Get Calcium Without Dairy T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-03-02 | It is important to get enough of the bone-supporting nutrients by eating well and feeling the sun on their skin. But what about calcium, the most widely publicized of the bone health nutrients—can you get enough of it from plant-based foods?Read more: nutritionstudies.org/how-to-get-calcium-without-dairyReferences: 1. Palacios C. The role of nutrients in bone health, from A to Z. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2006;46(8):621-628. doi:10.1080/104083905004661742. Price CT, Langford JR, Liporace FA. Essential Nutrients for Bone Health and a Review of their Availability in the Average North American Diet. Open Orthop J. 2012;6:143-149. doi:10.2174/18743250012060101433. Williams M. A brief history of milk ads reveals big dairy has always struggled. Sentient Media. May 23, 2023. sentientmedia.org/milk-ad-history/#:~:text=In%201984%2C%20the%20National%20Dairy,into%20fit%20and%20beautiful%20adults.
WFPB Nutrition vs Vegan Diet T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-02-16 | Studies comparing different diets are sometimes difficult to assess because one researcher's definition of a healthy diet may differ from another researcher's definition. This complication is especially relevant for studies investigating vegan diets. Because there is such a wide range of vegan diet types, their effects can vary significantly. For example, consider the differences between a whole food, plant-based lifestyle and a vegan diet containing many highly processed foods.Learn more about a whole food, plant-based diet: nutritionstudies.org/whole-food-plant-based-diet-guide
Spotlight on Health - Diabetes: Diet or Genes? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-02-14 | Why should we care deeply about diabetes—a disease affecting how our bodies metabolize sugar into usable energy? Not only is it one of the deadliest and costliest epidemics of our time, it’s also getting worse. According to the CDC, approximately 15.9% of the US population has diabetes, and this number continues to rise dramatically each year. Diet has a remarkable impact on the disease. The standard American diet, high in added sugars, processed foods, and fats, actively promotes diabetes. The good news is we can also drastically lower our risk with simple diet and lifestyle changes. In this webinar, Dr. Milton Mills and Michael Como, BSN, MSN, CRNP, explain how diet can help prevent, treat—and potentially even reverse—diabetes.
How Effective Are Meatless Mondays? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-02-03 | The evidence supporting the health benefits of a whole food, plant-based (WFPB) lifestyle is nearly overwhelming. But many consumers are equally motivated by their desire to promote animal welfare or support more sustainable food systems. As awareness of these benefits has increased, organized movements promoting gradual dietary change have become commonplace. Likewise, these movements help increase awareness. But how effective are these “less-meat” campaigns?Read more: nutritionstudies.org/how-effective-are-campaigns-like-meatless-mondays-or-veganuary
Reducing Food Waste Through Composting T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-01-31 | Food waste is a huge problem worldwide, but you can take action at home to reduce your household waste. Learn more about tackling food waste at home: nutritionstudies.org/how-to-become-a-food-waste-warrior-protect-your-budget-the-earthSources:Why Is One-Third of Our Food Wasted Worldwide? | UC Davishttps://www.ucdavis.edu/food/news/why-is-one-third-our-food-wasted-worldwide#:~:text=Nearly%20one%2Dthird%20of%20all,economic%2C%20environmental%20and%20social%20costs.
Lose the Weight-Loss Diets; Gain a Healthy Lifestyle T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-01-27 | The research is clear: Most of the people who adopt diets to lose weight end up gaining it all back within weeks and months. Sometimes they even gain more weight than they started with. Does that mean we should throw up our hands and give up on trying to eat better? Absolutely not. What we need is a different perspective. One that accounts for the many facets of wellness.Learn more about CNS's Caribbean Immersion Program here: caribbeanretreat.nutritionstudies.orgReferences: 1. Greger M. How Not to Diet: The groundbreaking science of healthy, permanent weight loss. Flatiron Books (2019).2. Katz, D. Obesity…be damned!: what it will take to turn the tide. Harvard Health Policy Rev. 2006;7(2):135–51. 3. Mackie GM, Samocha-Bonet D, Tam CS. Does weight cycling promote obesity and metabolic risk factors?. Obes Res Clin Pract. 2017;11(2):131-139. doi:10.1016/j.orcp.2016.10.2844. Wing RR, Phelan S. Long-term weight loss maintenance. Am J Clin Nutr. 2005;82(1 Suppl):222S-225S. doi:10.1093/ajcn/82.1.222S5. Campbell TC (with Nelson Disla). The Future of Nutrition: An insider’s look at the science, why we keep getting it wrong, and how to start getting it right. BenBella Books (2020).
No Bones About It: Diet & Bone Health Webinar T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-01-24 | Strong bones are essential to good health. They give us the gift of movement and protect our vital organs. However, as we age, both women and men face an increased risk of arthritis as well as osteoporosis—bone thinning that can lead to fractures. Even more concerning is that the standard American diet can contribute to the progression of both conditions. In this webinar, Drs. Victoria Collazo and Amy Lanou discuss how diet directly affects bone health, how to get enough calcium in the diet to help build strong bones, and how a whole food, plant-based diet can help improve bone health for the long haul.
CNS Presents The Total Health Experience T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-01-20 | The T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies is excited to present its Caribbean Beach immersion program at the Gran Ventana Resort in the beautiful Dominican Republic. It is the perfect opportunity to relax, focus on wellness, and connect with a supportive community.In this week-long retreat, attendees will EAT nourishing and delicious whole food, plant-based meals, PLAY on the golden sands of Playa Dorada, and LEARN how to obtain optimal health. Learn more: caribbeanretreat.nutritionstudies.org
How Much Can You Change in One Week? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-01-20 | In the case of the WFPB dietary lifestyle, short-term immersion programs allow participants to see rapid improvements in biomarkers like blood pressure, serum cholesterol, body mass index (BMI), and blood glucose levels. This tracking, combined with the in-person support of other participants, the provision of healthy food, and numerous opportunities to learn from trained physicians, distinguishes immersion programs from other forms of intervention.Learn more about the benefits of immersing programs: nutritionstudies.org/immersion-programs-highlight-the-rapid-effects-of-improved-nutrition
Dr. Campbell Shares His Story T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-01-09 | T. Colin Campbell, PhD has been dedicated to the science of human health for more than 60 years. His primary focus is on the association between diet and disease, particularly cancer. Although largely known for the China Study--one of the most comprehensive studies of health and nutrition ever conducted, and recognized by The New York Times as the “Grand Prix of epidemiology”--Dr. Campbell’s profound impact also includes extensive involvement in education, public policy, and laboratory research.Learn more from Dr. Campbell, and 25 additional plant-based experts, in our online Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate: nutritionstudies.org/courses/plant-based-nutrition
Benefits of Medically Supervised Water-only Fasting T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2024-01-04 | In this excerpt from our Power of Medically Supervised Water Fasting Webinar, Dr. Alan Goldhamer talks about the benefits of water-only fasting. To learn more, watch our full webinar: youtu.be/eJ5srBZOkPIOr visit Dr. Goldhamer’s website: truenorthhealthfoundation.org
The Growing Demand for Plant-Based Diets T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-12-22 | The growing demand for plant-based options is undeniable. And it's not just vegan junk foods driving this demand. There's also a growing appetite for healthier options, such as the wholesome foods in a WFPB diet.
How Do Ketogenic Diets Affect Gut Health? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-12-16 | What happens when trends collide? Variations of the keto diet have been mega trendy for years, with proponents claiming benefits for weight loss, especially. But how does a keto diet affect other areas of health?
Dr. Campbells 8th Principle of Food and Health T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-12-02 | The growing emphasis on sustainable food choices is great to see. But how does sustainability align with the other parts of our lives? A genuinely sustainable plant-based diet is not only beneficial for the environment or our societies—it also supports our continued health and well-being.
The Tipping Point: Diet & Climate Chaos T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-11-22 | Climate chaos is upon us, whether we like it or not. Temperatures are rising globally, extreme weather patterns are occurring more frequently, and increasing human-driven greenhouse gas emissions are leading us dangerously close to the tipping point. If we don’t change our behaviors, there will be no stopping this catastrophic global climate crisis. But what can we do?Learn about solutions with author J. Morris Hicks, Steven Disla, and Dr. T. Colin Campbell as they explore the link between planetary health and human health. We’ll learn how animal agriculture affects the environment, how our world leaders need to step up to the plate to help slow climate change, how regenerative agriculture practices can improve planetary health, and how a whole food, plant-based lifestyle can make a difference.
Carmen M. Johnson on Our Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-11-09 | Are you ready to join over 23,000 students who have taken our Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate? Find out more here: nutritionstudies.org/courses/plant-based-nutrition/enroll
Protect Your Teeth With an Anti-Inflammatory WFPB Diet T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-10-28 | When it comes to dental health, we often focus on the foods and beverages we should avoid, including sugar-sweetened beverages, candies, and sweetened fruit snacks. But what about the foods we should be choosing?
Childhood Obesity… Are Drugs and Surgery Enough? T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-10-21 | The AAP guidelines have gotten significant pushback, suggesting that the public is losing patience with conventional treatments. But what would the alternative look like? Even when we focus on prevention, the guidelines often lack specificity.
Dr. Campbell on Nutrition for People and the Planet T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-10-18 | In this section from our Food & Sustainability Certificate, Dr. Campbell discusses the impacts of our diets on the planet. To learn more, visit sustainability.nutritionstudies.org
Journaling: A Powerful Wellness Tool T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-10-07 | Sometimes, knowing what you should eat isn't enough, particularly when overcoming many years of unhealthy habits and foods with addictive properties. With that in mind, heightening your awareness of how you make food choices may be critical. What role might journaling play in honing this awareness and improving overall well-being?
Stress Eating—A Vicious Cycle T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-09-29 | The relationship between diet and stress is bidirectional: not only is stress a common factor in unhealthy or even disordered eating, but unhealthy eating patterns and chronic diseases also contribute to elevated stress levels. On the other hand, eating healthily and more mindfully can help us manage stress.
The Power of Medically Supervised Water Fasting T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-09-19 | Although fasting has been used for thousands of years for various reasons, it has recently become a hot topic in medicine. Recent research has shown that medically supervised water-only fasting can be an effective, evidence-based tool to help treat and reverse lifestyle-related conditions. But is it safe?In this webinar, Dr. Alan Goldhamer (founder of TrueNorth Health Center, co-author of The Pleasure Trap, and featured expert in the documentary What the Health) and Dr. T. Colin Campbell explore how medically supervised water-only fasting, with a transition to a whole food, plant-based lifestyle, can be a safe option to help break food addiction, jumpstart the immune system, and treat and reverse many chronic diseases.
Dr. Campbell’s 7th Principle of Food and Health T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-09-08 | “As I have come to understand more about the biochemical processes of various diseases, I have also come to see how these diseases have much in common. Because of these impressive commonalities, it only makes sense that the same good nutrition will generate health and prevent diseases across the board. Even if a whole foods, plant-based diet is more effective at treating heart disease than brain cancer, you can be sure that this diet will not promote one disease while it stops another. It will never be “bad” for you. This one good diet can only help across the board. So I’m afraid I don’t have a different, catchy formula for each disease. I only have one dietary prescription. It is a chance to clear away much of the incredible public confusion. Quite simply, you can maximize health for diseases across the board with one simple diet.” - Dr. Campbell
How Fad Diets Feed On Our Confusion T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies 2023-08-31 | Confusion about healthy eating is arguably as high as it has ever been. That’s because most of us—both professionals and the general public—are bombarded daily with conflicting nutrition information. Much of this confusion is blatantly cultivated by industry or industry-funded research. It’s a terribly profitable environment, but at what cost?
