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, and has been elected a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition, and a Fellow of NAASO, The Obesity Society; he is also a Certified Nutrition Specialist.  In addition to his work as a journalist, Dr Blonz works in the area of forensic nutrition. He serves as consultant and testifying expert for nutrition, biochemical and physiological issues relating to claims, uses and effects of foods, dietary supplements and related compounds.   He works in this capacity for the Federal Trade Commission, the Attorneys General of several states, the Department of Jistice, and City 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 Health Fraud Task Force of California. His syndicated column, "On Nutrition," has been in publication since 1990 and it currently goes to newspapers around the country and internationally; 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 pages, The Blonz Guide and Ask Dr. Blonz 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. A complete CV is available upon request: Forward the request to er@blonz.com