Is Fat our Friend?

Hosted by Evan Kleiman Jun. 21, 2014 Food & Drink

Nina Teicholz’s new book is The Big Fat Surprise: Why Butter, Meat & Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet.

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Host:

Evan Kleiman

Producers:

Gillian Ferguson, Laryl Garcia, Sarah Rogozen, Caroline Chamberlain

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