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Thomas Sherman Talks Nutrition with FOX 5

May 18, 2010

Thomas Sherman, associate professor of physiology and biophysics, talked with WTTG FOX 5 about the importance of nutrition and provided information about 'superfoods' for the week-long series. Sherman said it's important to "avoid processed food, eat small portions, avoid fast food and to exercise." According to Sherman, berries, fish, greens and nuts are extremely beneficial to one's health.

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