Edward Blonz earned his M.S. and Ph.D. in nutrition from the University of California at Davis, and he has more than twenty-five years of experience in the fields of health and nutrition.  His Master's research was on a topic in food toxicology, and research for his Doctoral degree focused on the role of insulin in the development of obesity.  Formerly on the faculty at the University of Minnesota, Blonz is a professional member of the American Institute of Nutrition, Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and a Fellow of NAASO, The Obesity Society; he is also a Certified Nutrition Specialist.  Dr Blonz works as a scientific journalist and researcher, and is also  a consultant and testifying expert for nutrition, biochemical and physiological issues on claims, uses and effects of foods, dietary supplements and related compounds.   He works in this capacity for the Federal Trade Commission, the Attorney General of Connecticut, and District Attorneys in the State of California. Dr. Blonz was appointed to the Dietary Supplement Advisory Committee of the Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, and is currently a member of the California Health Fraud Task Force.  His syndicated column, "On Nutrition," goes to newspapers around the country and internationally, and his articles have appeared in magazines as well.  Ed has written seven books on foods, nutrition and health, and has won the James Beard Foundation Award for writing on diet, nutrition and health.  He also maintains his own award-winning web page, The Blonz Guide Edward Blonz offers a unique twist on health, one that helps to demystify complex issues while providing fresh perspectives on foods and nutrition. He has been featured on the CBS news shows "48 Hours" and "Day & Date," and NBC's "Real Life," and has been called "a voice of reason in the midst of confusing and often-conflicting claims."  He resides in Northern California, with his wife and son.