About Dr. Gourmet

My name is Timothy Harlan and I am both a physician and a chef. This blog is a general collection of information and random ideas on eating great food and eating healthy.

You can find out more at the Dr. Gourmet web site. Eat well, eat healthy, enjoy life!

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Soda; Popsicles; Cumin Dusted Flank Steak: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter

Eating Healthy: Soda

[This article is part of The Real World Diet Coaching Program, an ongoing series on The How and Why of Eating Healthy. Read the whole series to date.]

It is clear that soft drink consumption [...]

Splenda vs. Sugar: Ask Dr. Gourmet

Q: We know that diet soda consumption has been positively correlated to weight gain, but do we have any idea why? I stopped drinking all sodas, but still use Splenda in my coffee and tea on a daily basis. Is there any evidence that [...]

What Doctors Eat (The Inspiration)

So this is where my new project began.  About a week ago I was finishing my morning clinic and in the office where I keep my jacket I found this Mcdonalds bag.  It had been brought in by one of the doctors and contained a Quarter Pounder and french fries.  Look at the size of [...]

What Obesity is Costing You

Just how much does the obesity issue cost you?  Click the link to see:

http://www.executivehm.com/news/cost-of-obesity-in-the-united-states/

Diet Soda; Families and The Quality Calorie Diet : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: My brother thinks that drinking Fresca is the same as drinking water. He is diabetic and takes pills to control his numbers. He is about 30 or more pounds overweight and he drinks about 6 cans of Fresca each day. I told him he [...]

Diet Soda

Dr. Harlan is traveling today. Here’s a question we get asked often, so it’s worth sharing again:

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: My brother thinks that drinking Fresca is the same as drinking water. He is diabetic and [...]

Diet Sodas: Do They Make You Fat?

Diet Sodas: Do They Make You Fat?

Dear Doctor,

My brother thinks that drinking Fresca is the same as drinking water. He is diabetic and takes pills to control his numbers. He is about 30 or [...]