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As an undergraduate in the 1970s, I took a nutrition course and was questioned as to why. I stated then—and now: nutrition is the bastard child of medicine. Diet is an important aspect of good health and yet, historically, the least regarded.

In view of NC’s failing marks for childhood obesity, rampant diabetes and otherwise preventable diseases, I am certainly heartened ? this is on the front burner as we venture into 21st century medicine!

By C M Morris on Nov 05, 2010 at 4:32pm

Thank you for including this article and the link in the online newsletter. A large portion of my day is spent discussion nutrition with my patients, encouraging them and giving them lifestyle tips for healthier eating. I was fortunate that during my medical school nutrition was emphasized and then after residency I learned a lot on my own. My own lifestyle has been vegetarian, becoming vegan 18 months ago. Never felt better! Keep up the good work.

By Verena Boylan MD FACOG on Nov 06, 2010 at 11:54am