DEBUNKED: Nutrition & Health Hype Archives - Page 2 of 3 - Erika Herman

Think You Know The Facts About Carbs? Don’t Be So Sure

National Dietary Guidelines and many health “experts” have long told us to load up on complex carbohydrates, particularly grains (especially “whole grains”) and cereal products. This has led to a

Microwave Oven Dangers Are Real

Is all that talk about microwave oven dangers real? Substantial evidence exists that points to a blaring yes. I Haven't Owned a Microwave for Twenty Years Personally, I haven't owned a microwave since

Complex Carbohydrates: Good Carbs vs Bad Carbs

National Dietary Guidelines and many heath "experts" have long told us to load up on complex carbohydrates, particularly grains (especially “whole grains”) and cereal products. This has lead to a

What Is the Healthiest Cooking Oil?

What is the healthiest cooking oil? There's an overabundance of options out there, with equally as much misinformation--canola oil, grapeseed oil, avocado oil--the list goes on. With all the confusion

Plant Protein vs Animal Protein Myths and Facts | ErikaHerman.com

Plant Protein vs Animal Protein: The Myths and Facts

If you live in the 21st century, you've most likely heard comparisons about plant protein vs animal protein. You’ve probably heard plant foods like quinoa, broccoli and soy are equally

Is Maca Root Healthy for All Women?

Maca root (also considered a tuber) is indigenous to Peru, and has been used for centuries for its purported healing properties, including balancing women's hormone imbalances. However, maca root is not

The Three Kinds of Thyroid Problems

Sadly, oversimplified diagnosis of thyroid problems is the norm not the exception, whereby several varieties are lumped into the black-or-white categories of low-functioning thyroid (hypothyroid) or high-functioning thyroid (hyperthyroid). In reality,