Explore the concept of healthy eating scientifically and shed light on the molecular basis of energy balance. On this edition, UCSF nutritionist Andrea Garber takes a look at the plethora of fad diets and why certain diets work and others don’t. Series: “UCSF Mini Medical School for the Public” [3/2008] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 13729]

The truth about detox diets and cleanses
Before starting a “detox” diet, consider the facts. There’s no evidence detoxification works, but there is reason to believe that some of these diets may in fact be harmful to your health.

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In the race to lose weight people are willing to try any old junk diets. But what’s the basic science behind it all and how much can you get away with? Professor Funk investigates. More Info: www.scienceweek.info.au http Music: Interlude 1 – Suffa www.hilltophoods.com Dolls – D Bridge www.myspace.com

Cassie and Nicole were taking extreme measures to be thin. They both checked into treatment centers for their life-threatening eating disorders. How are they now?