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About J. Morris Hicks

A former strategic management consultant and senior corporate executive with Ralph Lauren in New York, J. Morris Hicks has always focused on the "big picture" when analyzing any issue. In 2002, after becoming curious about our "optimal diet," he began a study of what we eat from a global perspective ---- discovering many startling issues and opportunities along the way. In addition to an MBA and a BS in Industrial Engineering, he holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from the T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies, where he has also been a member of the board of directors since 2012. Having concluded that our food choices hold the key to the sustainability of our civilization, he has made this his #1 priority---exploring all avenues for influencing humans everywhere to move back to the natural plant-based diet for our species.

Children—Rates of obesity and type 2 diabetes are soaring.

And type 2 diabetes in kids is much tougher to treat This story has been all over the news this week—television, print and internet (See links below to articles). The first large study of type 2 diabetes in children was published online … Continue reading

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Do you have a “family history” of heavy or obese people?

Then you probably also have a family history of eating the wrong food. In the April 30 issue of USA Today (See link below), there was an article about a new four-part HBO documentary—The Weight of the Nation—that will begin … Continue reading

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From Lisa’s 4Leaf Kitchen—Diana’s Avocado Mexican Salad

Perfect for Cinco de Mayo this weekend This delicious recipe came from my sister-in-law, Diana, who seemed to effortlessly throw it together. This recipe is perfect for a warm day! Ingredients: 2 cups of black beans 2 cups of corn … Continue reading

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