In 1972, Dr. John Yudkin, a professor at Queen Elizabeth College in London, published a book entitled “Pure White and Deadly”. Yudkin’s research led him to the conclusion that sugar, not fat, was the major cause of cardiovascular disease. Was he right?

With the holiday season behind us and the new year in full swing, it is a good time to reflect and perhaps set goals for ourselves. Rather than the usual “get fit”, “eat less” or “take more time for me” goals, why not bring in the new year by giving the gift of life? Consider donating blood or placing yourself on an organ donor list.

Having enough Vitamin D is important for a number of reasons, including maintaining healthy bones and teeth; it may also protect against a range of conditions such as cancer, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. Vitamin D has multiple roles in the body, helping to maintain the health of bones and teeth.

Having enough Vitamin D is important for a number of reasons, including maintaining healthy bones and teeth; it may also protect against a range of conditions such as cancer, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis. Vitamin D has multiple roles in the body, helping to maintain the health of bones and teeth.