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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.

Graduation Day—An Essential “Top 10 List” for Life

Posted on 11/22/2012 by J. Morris Hicks

I have a commencement speech ready—for when I am asked. And I can’t wait; that’s because I think young people are special and that they are our primary hope when it comes to getting the human race back on the … Continue reading →

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Happiness is Thanksgiving in Lisa’s New 4Leaf Kitchen!

Posted on 11/21/2012 by J. Morris Hicks

More than any other holiday—This one really is about the food. My childhood memories of Thanksgiving are not that great. That’s because I never was a big fan of the traditional turkey and dressing feast. I remember asking my mother … Continue reading →

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Hostess cites “healthier eating trends” as one of their problems.

Posted on 11/20/2012 by J. Morris Hicks

So it looks like it may be Twilight Time for Twinkies On the morning of 11-16-12, I noticed an article in my local newspaper about the possibility that the Hostess Brands, manufacturer of Twinkies, Ding Dongs, Sno Balls and other brands—might … Continue reading →

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