Comments on: Notes from My ASFS/AFHVS Conference Presentation: Arsenic and Trans Fats

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:30:59 +0000

The politically correct often seem unable to engage in civil discourse. Ugh. You handled this guy really well with your quick wit. Can't wait to read the paper.

By: Baylen

Baylen — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 09:18:53 +0000

Rachel–thanks.

Jon–thanks, too. Also, I have your copy of Starship Troopers. Will drop it in your ALR box this week or next. Thanks.

By: Jonathan Zimmer

Jonathan Zimmer — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 08:51:01 +0000

“I responded that arsenic is a deadly poison, while trans fat is a food ingredient that helps make tasty things like frosting.”

Yes, it's very easy to confuse the two. Perfect response.

By: Rachel Laudan

Rachel Laudan — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:33:51 +0000

Waiting to read the paper, Baylen.

By: teqjack

teqjack — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 16:47:09 +0000

Dr. Joseph needs to learn a bit about science, not how to blather.

In re trans-fat, I have followed some of the controversy at junkfoodscience.com which provides links to actual studies and articles. Sum: no evidence of more than anecdotal problems.

OTOH, arsenic is highly poisonous *depending on dosage/time.* It was the Botox of the early Nineteenth century for its effects on complexion.

By: Roxanne

Roxanne — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:34:09 +0000

You know already that I think you did a great job! Most especially because you clearly danced on this “expert’s” nerve for some reason and I think that is awesome!

By: Roxanne

Roxanne — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 12:37:53 +0000

You already know that I think you did a great job yesterday. Most especially because it seemed as though you danced on this “expert's” nerve and that is awesome!