David Katz Healthcare Expert

David L. Katz, MD, MPH, FACPM, FACP, FACLM, is the Founding Director (1998) of Yale University’s Yale-Griffin Prevention Research Center, and former President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. He has published roughly 200 scientific articles and textbook chapters, and 15 books to date, including multiple editions of leading textbooks in both preventive medicine, and nutrition. He has made important contributions in the areas of lifestyle interventions for health promotion; nutrient profiling; behavior modification; holistic care; and evidence-based medicine. David earned his BA degree from Dartmouth College (1984); his MD from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1988); and his MPH from the Yale University School of Public Health (1993). He completed sequential residency training in Internal Medicine, and Preventive Medicine/Public Health. He is a two-time diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, and a board-certified specialist in Preventive Medicine/Public Health. He has received two Honorary Doctorates.

 
Dairy Fat: Forever Flirting with PURE Diet Nonsense

Dairy Fat: Forever Flirting with PURE Diet Nonsense

As the dairy debate continues, it is crucial to critically examine research findings and avoid falling for sensationalized headlines.

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Ozempic, Obesity, Hyperbole, and Hope

Ozempic, Obesity, Hyperbole, and Hope

Concerns have been raised due to reported cases of stomach paralysis from Ozempic, despite its effectiveness in managing diabetes.

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On Protein

On Protein: Pass the Quinoa, Hold the Cow

In a recent interview I was pressed on the topic of protein for overall vitality, for peak physical performance, for satiety and weight control. 

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Feeding Ourselves Without Eating the Planet

Feeding Ourselves Without Eating the Planet

A newly published paper in The Lancet Planetary Health challenges the merits of the EAT-Lancet Planetary Health Diet, a template for how to feed all of us hungry humans well while sustaining a viable planet, too.

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Erythritol, and the More Artful Avoidance of Excess Sugar

Erythritol, and the More Artful Avoidance of Excess Sugar

Erythritol is commonly used as a sugar substitute.

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