nutrition

From the "just what America needs" department (though for now, apparently only available in Singapore): mashed potatoes and gravy served Slurpee-style. Get yourself a bucket of 'em plus a Big Gulp for just $2. From The Clearly Dope.

From The Week:

5 ways milk doesn't do a body good
Got milk? Not so fast. The All-American beverage of choice is high in calories, saturated fat, and unnatural chemicals that can cause a range of health problems

Nothing new, but nice to see more attention being paid to the fact that "milk is a perfect food" is a marketing slogan, not science.

In his blog at NutritionFacts.org, Dr. Michael Greger reports on the link between plant-based diets and eysight: how just one serving of collard greens or kale per month can decrease the risk of glaucoma by 69%, and how cutting out meat can prevent cataracts:

The researchers conclude: “Overall, compared with meat eaters who consumed 100g meat and meat products/d[ay], fish eaters, vegetarians, and vegans had approximately 20%, 30%, and 40% lower risk of cataract, respectively.”