Michael S. Fenster

Michael S. Fenster is an interventional cardiologist and professional chef. He is currently working on a new television show, Code Delicious, and his book, Eating Well, Living Better, will be published in early 2012. Visit his website.

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Don't Hold the Salt: Attempts to Curb Sodium Intake Are Misguided

Don't Hold the Salt: Attempts to Curb Sodium Intake Are Misguided

The FDA is working to limit the amount of salt used and served by restaurants, but that won't help us—and it might actually do harm. More »

The Harmful Sin Tax: Why We Shouldn't Charge Extra for Drinking

The Harmful Sin Tax: Why We Shouldn't Charge Extra for Drinking

Moderate alcohol consumption -- like physical activity or never smoking -- is associated with a mortality reduction across all ethnic groups More »

The Beauty of Ratios: A New and Simple Guide to Healthful Eating

The Beauty of Ratios: A New and Simple Guide to Healthful Eating

We need to stop thinking about the individual ingredients -- eat more of this, eat less of that -- and instead focus on getting a complete diet More »

Obesity by the Numbers: Our Complex Relationship With Eating

Obesity by the Numbers: Our Complex Relationship With Eating

Oversimplified approaches to fixing the obesity problem in America could have unintended -- and dangerous -- consequences for all of us More »

We're Living Longer Than Ever Before, but Are We Healthier?

We're Living Longer Than Ever Before, but Are We Healthier?

There is no one variable, no single magic bullet, miracle food or diet, exercise program or supplement that is a panacea for what ails us More »

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