KATIE COURIC'S PERILS OF FOOD POLICS
Joanne_Moniz
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no...what does Katie Couric know about nutrition? She is a reporter there by jumping on a controversial topic for ratings.Everything we’ve been told about food and exercise for the past 30 years is dead wrong. FED UP is the film the food industry doesn’t want you to see. From Katie Couric, Laurie David (Oscar winning producer of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) and director Stephanie Soechtig, FED UP will change the way you eat forever.
Yup got all the major players in it....those who want to demonize sugar...
I will save my money for a DQ soft serve thanks.
ETA: I did watch the trailer btw...it's got lustig and the other one with a similar name...along with another guy I've seen mentioned a lot...0 -
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I thought this would be one of those Baba relationship threads. Close enough I guess. :ohwell:0
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So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
a documentary saying the sugar is the reason for the obesity epidemic in the US...so it is already saying sugar is bad and will kill us...
did either of you even watch the trailer????0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
Okay how about this.
Sugar, in moderation - it's not good and it's not bad!
In fact some might say it's our neutral buddy!0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
Okay how about this.
Sugar, in moderation - it's not good and it's not bad!
In fact some might say it's our neutral buddy!
pretty much this...I mean it tastes yummy in my coffee, and makes my fruit sweeter and makes my chocolate nom nom but it's neither good nor bad it's a food with no characteristics we like to apply to food...
we should call it switzerland maybe?0 -
no...what does Katie Couric know about nutrition? She is a reporter there by jumping on a controversial topic for ratings.Everything we’ve been told about food and exercise for the past 30 years is dead wrong. FED UP is the film the food industry doesn’t want you to see. From Katie Couric, Laurie David (Oscar winning producer of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) and director Stephanie Soechtig, FED UP will change the way you eat forever.
Yup got all the major players in it....those who want to demonize sugar...
I will save my money for a DQ soft serve thanks.
ETA: I did watch the trailer btw...it's got lustig and the other one with a similar name...along with another guy I've seen mentioned a lot...
She's a journalist. She doesn't need to be an expert. She goes and interviews experts and gathers data and then presents it in a way that the common person can understand. By your standard, journalists would have to be experts in absolutely everything before they can report on it.0 -
Popcorn anyone - Am i allowed anything on it though as I thought salt would kill me! But Sugar will kill me!! Damm what Am I to do but popcorns a carb and that will kill me. OK water anyone but what happens if my water has flouride in it ................... .............................0
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But good journalists look for balance ..........no...what does Katie Couric know about nutrition? She is a reporter there by jumping on a controversial topic for ratings.Everything we’ve been told about food and exercise for the past 30 years is dead wrong. FED UP is the film the food industry doesn’t want you to see. From Katie Couric, Laurie David (Oscar winning producer of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) and director Stephanie Soechtig, FED UP will change the way you eat forever.
Yup got all the major players in it....those who want to demonize sugar...
I will save my money for a DQ soft serve thanks.
ETA: I did watch the trailer btw...it's got lustig and the other one with a similar name...along with another guy I've seen mentioned a lot...
She's a journalist. She doesn't need to be an expert. She goes and interviews experts and gathers data and then presents it in a way that the common person can understand. By your standard, journalists would have to be experts in absolutely everything before they can report on it.0 -
But good journalists look for balance ..........no...what does Katie Couric know about nutrition? She is a reporter there by jumping on a controversial topic for ratings.Everything we’ve been told about food and exercise for the past 30 years is dead wrong. FED UP is the film the food industry doesn’t want you to see. From Katie Couric, Laurie David (Oscar winning producer of AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH) and director Stephanie Soechtig, FED UP will change the way you eat forever.
Yup got all the major players in it....those who want to demonize sugar...
I will save my money for a DQ soft serve thanks.
ETA: I did watch the trailer btw...it's got lustig and the other one with a similar name...along with another guy I've seen mentioned a lot...
She's a journalist. She doesn't need to be an expert. She goes and interviews experts and gathers data and then presents it in a way that the common person can understand. By your standard, journalists would have to be experts in absolutely everything before they can report on it.
This exactly. By the trailer, there's no balance... and no real science either.0 -
The message that the "messenger, Katie Couric" is trying to send is : EXCESS sugar is dangerous. EXCESS. According to experts, EXCESS is this case, is more than 10 percent of one's calories.
Joanne Moniz
The Skinny on Obesity Group0 -
I agree. I didn't say they should only look at one side of the issue. My point is she doesn't need to be an expert.
*** I forgot to hit quote. This was in response to fatdoob ***0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
a documentary saying the sugar is the reason for the obesity epidemic in the US...so it is already saying sugar is bad and will kill us...
did either of you even watch the trailer????
Sure did, that's why I commented. You may profess your love for sugar and say those that won't join you in a DQ blizzard are silly but my point is your love of sugar and someone's hate for sugar are two extremes. I don't write off sugar completely because I actually believe it to be vital in blood sugar stabilization along with other vital functions of the body but everything we eat essentially contains sugar, bread, pasta, fruit, milk, etc. With nearly everything already having sugar in it I don't opt for extra. I actually do believe it's a main cause for the diabetes in the country. But this is my point, people on here are so up in arms over sugar, it's either love or hate opinions and it's really not a black and white issue.0 -
Lol my sentiments exactlySo Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
Okay how about this.
Sugar, in moderation - it's not good and it's not bad!
In fact some might say it's our neutral buddy!
pretty much this...I mean it tastes yummy in my coffee, and makes my fruit sweeter and makes my chocolate nom nom but it's neither good nor bad it's a food with no characteristics we like to apply to food...
we should call it switzerland maybe?
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So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
a documentary saying the sugar is the reason for the obesity epidemic in the US...so it is already saying sugar is bad and will kill us...
did either of you even watch the trailer????
Sure did, that's why I commented. You may profess your love for sugar and say those that won't join you in a DQ blizzard are silly but my point is your love of sugar and someone's hate for sugar are two extremes. I don't write off sugar completely because I actually believe it to be vital in blood sugar stabilization along with other vital functions of the body but everything we eat essentially contains sugar, bread, pasta, fruit, milk, etc. With nearly everything already having sugar in it I don't opt for extra. I actually do believe it's a main cause for the diabetes in the country. But this is my point, people on here are so up in arms over sugar, it's either love or hate opinions and it's really not a black and white issue.
I agree. They add excess sugar to make their food taste even better. If they just kept to the way it's supposed to traditionally be made, this problem would be much smaller.0 -
oh god, I saw her on O'reily last night ….this sounds like scaremongering bunch of Bs and just because Katie Couric is doing it everyone is going to think it is legit. She said on the factor that "calories in vs calories out" does not work for people and it about "quality" of calories and to avoid "added" sugar….I almost threw my remove through the TV. …
not at all shocked that Joanne is now endorsing this lunacy …
but in for more sugar fear mongering...0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
when the host of said documentary says "calories in vs calories out" does not work, that is when I call BS and stop watching….
nothing wrong with added sugar, as long as you can maintain your calorie deficit...0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
a documentary saying the sugar is the reason for the obesity epidemic in the US...so it is already saying sugar is bad and will kill us...
did either of you even watch the trailer????
Sure did, that's why I commented. You may profess your love for sugar and say those that won't join you in a DQ blizzard are silly but my point is your love of sugar and someone's hate for sugar are two extremes. I don't write off sugar completely because I actually believe it to be vital in blood sugar stabilization along with other vital functions of the body but everything we eat essentially contains sugar, bread, pasta, fruit, milk, etc. With nearly everything already having sugar in it I don't opt for extra. I actually do believe it's a main cause for the diabetes in the country. But this is my point, people on here are so up in arms over sugar, it's either love or hate opinions and it's really not a black and white issue.
don't put words in my mouth...I never said the bolded part at all you "read" that into what I said.
I don't have an issue with sugar I just refuse to blame one thing for obesity except excess calories and if those excess calories come from fat, carbs ie sugar/white bread, protien it doesn't matter no one food type is to blame...
And it's not an either/or...those who say there is nothing wrong with sugar are defending it against crap like this "documentary"
As for my Katie Couric remark it's about the fact that this is not a balance disccussion about sugar it's a bash on it and thereby little to no creditibility for Katie Couric as a reporter...
And to be frank if that is all people are going to jump on about my comment go ahead seems sort of trivial to focus on that one statement...why not focus on the fact that sugar isn't to blame...over eating it.0 -
eating too much food is the cause of the obesity epidemic …no need to watch this documentary ..
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I'm fed up with the scare tactics the media likes to use. :flowerforyou:
I'll keep my sugar, in moderation, thank you. :drinker:0 -
Ah yes, another "documentary" full of exaggerations and half truths. People still pay attention to these? Really?0
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The message that the "messenger, Katie Couric" is trying to send is : EXCESS sugar is dangerous. EXCESS. According to experts, EXCESS is this case, is more than 10 percent of one's calories.
Joanne Moniz
The Skinny on Obesity Group
What happens if more than 10% of my calories come from sugar, exactly? (Because in my case about half my carbs are sugar carbs, which would mean 15-20% of my calories) What dangers am I courting, exactly?0 -
Popcorn anyone - Am i allowed anything on it though as I thought salt would kill me! But Sugar will kill me!! Damm what Am I to do but popcorns a carb and that will kill me. OK water anyone but what happens if my water has flouride in it ................... .............................
Or you manage to overhydrate? You're a gonner!0 -
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Yet again this is quoted wrong the actual advice is 10% after your daily nutrient needs have been met. So it's not 10% overall as all the usual suspects keep quoting. Not that I'm surprised that it's taken out of context. The full report is on the AHA website if you wish to check
The message that the "messenger, Katie Couric" is trying to send is : EXCESS sugar is dangerous. EXCESS. According to experts, EXCESS is this case, is more than 10 percent of one's calories.
Joanne Moniz
The Skinny on Obesity Group0 -
Stop it with this common sense. This is MFP and it's no place for itYou think we'd have learned a lesson from demonizing fats. But no.
Next they demonized carbs. Or salt. Now sugar.
Because it's the easy way out. Looking at someone's diet as a whole...oh man, that sounds like work. And what do you mean I'm to blame for the food I choose to ingest? I'd much rather blame food manufacturers for making food taste good. Rotten businesses trying to make a profit...they should be concerned about my health! So I don't have to be.
What I don't get is that knowing they've been wrong so many times before, why people would listen now?
Go ahead. Ignore your diet as a whole. Tell yourself it's not about calories, just blame sugar. You're not going to succeed, you won't lose weight or get any healthier. But hey, now you can blame someone else for making you fat. You've found your excuse. And that's what you really want, isn't it? An excuse to stay the way you are.0 -
So Couric's show should only be about topics she is an expert on? That's never been a requirement for documentaries before, not sure why it would be now.
I'll watch this because it's a topic that's of interest to me and I have an open mind to see the various viewpoints presented.
Absolutely. Here however, at lovely MFP it's a total split if you talk about sugar-you're either for it or against it, love it or hate it, won't kill you or slowly kills you bit by bit. That seems to be the only view points (or so some would have it portrayed that way) and I'm sure this thread will turn into another ridiculous "good vs bad" issue when in reality your right, it's just a documentary.
Okay how about this.
Sugar, in moderation - it's not good and it's not bad!
In fact some might say it's our neutral buddy!
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Watched the trailer then read the article about it in "New York Times"
Interesting that the film apparently quotes research by Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian, an associate professor of medicine and epidemiology and the article even links to his research here: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21696306
Strangely enough his research shows potato chips and potatoes are a bigger cause of weight gain than sugar sweetened drinks while the film seems to be arguing sugar only
I am doing ok eating potatoes in moderation so can't see why eating sugar in moderation would be any different0 -
The same Katie Couric with the anti HPV vaccine stance for which she had to publicly apologize?
LOL.0
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