Most people (and certainly those reading this newsletter) want to know what’s the best way to maintain their health. What to eat, what to limit or avoid, and how much to eat are key questions. It seems like there is always a new “diet” that promises to help us lose excess weight; get blood pressure, cholesterol, or blood sugar levels down; and/or stay active, vibrant, and sharp as we age. The best of these plans may help some people make permanent, health-promoting lifestyle changes, but some are so restrictive they can only be followed for a short time, and therefore offer only short-term results—and they may not actually be good for us. Some are built on misinterpretation of scientific research or down-right lies. And some are so extreme as to be dangerous. But there is solid, science-backed guidance we can turn to.
