Oh, the curse of a business lunch. At a recent conference, the primary protein source on the lunch buffet was a huge platter of cold cuts – roast beef, ham, turkey, and salami. People were piling up the slices with great satisfaction while ignoring the platters of sliced tomatoes, onions, avocado, and fresh spinach leaves. I wonder how many knew of recent research from Harvard that routine eating of processed deli meat was associated with a 42% higher risk of heart disease and a 19% higher risk of type 2 diabetes. A salad made with a variety of whole grains, dark greens, fresh fruits, grilled chicken or fish, supplemented with raw nuts and seeds would have been a treat.