Recent headlines (1,2) attest that drinking coffee prevents chronic liver disease, based on a recently published study (3). The PEN Team set out to investigate whether the evidence supports these cause-and-effect statements.

An analysis of a narrative review: "Modulation of Metabolic Detoxification Pathways Using Foods and Food-derived Components: A Scientific Review with Clinical Application", on the influence of whole foods, phytonutrients, and other food-based components on specific metabolic detoxification pathways.

In a recent podcast, Dr. Jen Gunter describes the problems with the phrase “boosting the immune system” (1). The PEN Team wondered if the podcast concepts might be useful to dietitians when clients ask about “immune-boosting” foods and supplements.