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The Dr. Oz Show Roars Into November With Your All Access Food Pass and Biggest Food Investigations Ever
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10 years agoon
By
Willie David
NEW YORK, (FNN NEWS) By The Dr. Oz Show — The eight-time Emmy® Award-winning, The Dr. Oz Show kicks off November with your All Access Food Pass to the must-see investigations, hacks, and fads in the food you are eating. All this month, Dr. Oz goes behind closed doors to take on the biggest food investigations with reputable labels and chains. Plus, the food hacks to make your life easy and help get you through this Thanksgiving with Daphne and Lisa Oz.
In our Dr. Oz Food Investigations, we go behind the scenes of your favorite brands and supermarkets unveiling what’s really in frozen foods, delivery meal kits and what you need to know about the new plant based burgers and meat substitute products. Also, Dr. Oz explores what’s in the pumpkin you are eating and drinking with celebrity guest of the new hit primetime series This Is Us, Justin Hartley.
Plus, Dr. Oz sits down with Bobby Brown for an emotional one-on-one about Nick Gordon’s relationship with his late daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown and ex-wife Whitney Houston. Former child stars Todd Bridges, Jamie Foxworthy and Dustin Diamond join us to share their stories after childhood sitcom life and into addiction. Also this month, celebrity guests The Chew’s Mario Batali, The Real’s Loni Love and more share their food hacks and tricks on the best cheat day foods and tips to surviving a detox.
Continuing with this season’s True Crime Tuesday’s, Dr. Oz and our true crime correspondent and daughter of the notorious “Happy Face Killer”, Melissa Moore Jesperson brings you the what happened in Ashland, Ohio’s House of Horrors with an exclusive from past girlfriend of confessed serial killer, Shawn Grate. Also, Dr. Oz sits down with Aphrodite Jones, TV host of the ID series True Crime with Aphrodite Jones, for True Crime Tuesday: Fetal Abduction: Babies Stolen From The Womb, the story of how a person violently tried to steal a baby from a mother’s womb. Crime Watch Daily’s very own Chris Hansen is here with Dr. Oz to discuss the exposers of online child predators.
Dr. Oz’s Food Investigation Series Uncovers The Truth Behind America’s Biggest Foods
- The Low Calorie Chip Craze
- The Truth About Pumpkin Spice and What’s Really In Your Canned Pumpkin with This Is Us star, Justin Hartley.
- Can You Actually Have Hangover Free Alcohol?
- The Pasta Paradox with The Chew’s Mario Batali
- Is Your Greek Yogurt A Fake?
- What You Need To Know Before You Drink and Eat at America’s Biggest Coffee Chains
- The Truth About Frozen Pizza and Frozen Chicken Nuggets
- Are Boxed Delivery Meal Kits Worth It?
- The Real Price of Supermarket Ready Meals
- Are Sugar Free Foods Secretly Making You Fat?
- Supermarket Steaks: What’s Good, What’s Not and How Do You Know?
- Box Cake Mix – What’s Really In It?
- Antibiotics In Your Chicken, Behind the Closed Doors of Perdue’s Chicken Farm
- Fast Food Breakfasts Ranked By Taste and Health
- What You Need To Know About The New Plant Based Burger
Dr. Oz Explosive & Exclusive Interviews
- Bobby Brown Speaks Out On Nick Gordon: Who Killed Bobbi Kristina?
- Childhood Stars in Peril with Dustin Diamond, Todd Bridges and Jamie Foxworthy
- Leeza Gibbons Investigates The Newest Alzheimer’s Eye Test
- The Real’s Loni Love Reveals the Only Detox Trick You’ll Ever Need
- Montel Williams Gives The Dr. Oz Show Exclusive Access To A High-Tech Marijuana Lab
- Daphne Oz’s Sweet Baking Hacks For The Best Pies with Less Sugar
- Sandra Lee Reveals the Most Awesome, Healthy Boxed Cake
- Rachel Ray Shares The New Dish She Is Obsessed With
True Crime Tuesdays with Dr. Oz and Melissa Jesperson Moore
- What Really Happened In The “House Of Horrors” In Ashland Ohio
- Fetal Abduction: Babies Stolen From The Womb with Aphrodite Jones
- Munchausen By Proxy: What Drives A Mother To Make Their Child Sick?
- Chris Hansen Exposes Online Child Predators
November Sweeps Kick Off Week Shows:
Thursday, October 27:
DR. OZ FOOD INVESTIGATION: LOW-CALORIE CHIP CRAZE
All New: Today, a food truth investigation into the latest snack trend taking your pantry by storm: low-calorie potato chips. They’re a dieter’s dream promising that salty goodness with half the calories and fat. But are these crunchy snacks all they’re cracked up to be? Plus, has the pumpkin spice craze gone too far? We investigate what you’re really eating.
Friday, October 28:
DR. OZ FOOD INVESTIGATION: THE PASTA PARADOX WITH MARIO BATALI
All New: Mario Batali is here for our big food investigation hour giving you the truth about what you love to eat most starting with the pasta paradox. Some say it’s good for you. Some say it’s bad for you. Today, we answer that question and uncover the truth between fresh made pasta and the dry pasta most of you buy in the box. Plus, Mario’s coast-to-coast search for the best cheat day foods.
Your All Access Food Pass
Monday, October 31, 2016
DR. OZ FOOD INVESTIGATION: IS YOUR GREEK YOGURT A FAKE?
All New: We’re taking our Greek yogurt investigation to the next level: testing and investigating your favorite brands. Do they really have those live active cultures your gut needs to stay healthy? See how your go-to brand stacks up! Then, cut your Alzheimer’s risk. We investigate the brand new breakthroughs to try now.
Tuesday, November 1, 2016
OZ INVESTIGATES: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU DRINK AND EAT AT AMERICA’S BIGGEST COFFEE CHAINS
All New: America’s biggest coffee chains have exploded, serving more drinks and food than ever before. They are America’s new fast food restaurants. How clean and safe are these establishments? What can you order safely and what do you need to be aware of? Our food safety investigator goes undercover to find out everything you need to know.
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
DR. OZ FOOD INVESTIGATION: THE TRUTH ABOUT FROZEN PIZZA AND FROZEN CHICKEN NUGGETS
All New: We’re investigating two of your favorite foods. Frozen pizza and frozen chicken nuggets. Is it possible to make a frozen pizza healthier than a regular slice, and what’s really in frozen nuggets and how much is actually chicken? See what our investigation uncovered.
Thursday, November 3, 2016
OZ EXCLUSIVE: BOBBY BROWN SPEAKS OUT ON NICK GORDON: WHO KILLED BOBBI KRISTINA?
All New: An exclusive interview with music superstar Bobby Brown, and nothing is off limits. Bobby speaks out about a recent court ruling concerning the tragic death of his beloved daughter Bobbi Kristina. Who is responsible for Bobbi Kristina’s death?
Friday, November 4, 2016
THE 3-DAY PLAN TO DIGEST CARBS YOU WANT WITHOUT GAINING WEIGHT
All New: It’s that time of year! You’re going to eat what you want. We have the secret to eating more carbs without worrying about packing on the pounds. Vinegar! It’s not the easiest thing to swallow, but dieters swear it works. See what’s behind this health trend and how it may help you digest carbs better. Plus, the ultimate belly fat quiz: what’s your belly fat type? And, Montel Williams takes you inside a high-tech marijuana factory.
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) –Ananda Lewis, the charismatic MTV VJ and talk show host, passed away on June 11, 2025, at the age of 52, after a courageous battle with stage 4 breast cancer. Her sister, Lakshmi Emory, confirmed the news, sharing that Ananda passed away peacefully in her Los Angeles home.
Born on March 21, 1973, in San Diego, California, Lewis rose to prominence in the late 1990s as a VJ on MTV, hosting shows like Total Request Live and Hot Zone. Her engaging personality and insightful interviews made her a beloved figure among viewers, and she earned accolades such as an NAACP Image Award for her work on BET’s Teen Summit.
Beyond her television career, Lewis was a passionate advocate for social issues. She launched The Ananda Lewis Show in 2001, addressing topics like domestic violence and breast cancer, aiming to provide a platform for meaningful conversations. Her commitment to authenticity and social impact resonated with many, and she continued to use her platform to inspire and educate.
In 2020, Lewis publicly disclosed her diagnosis of stage 3 breast cancer and later revealed that it had progressed to stage 4. Despite medical advice recommending a double mastectomy, she chose alternative treatments, later expressing some regret about that decision. Throughout her illness, Lewis remained vocal about cancer awareness, encouraging women to prioritize their health and live authentically.
Ananda Lewis leaves behind a legacy of empowerment, advocacy, and unwavering commitment to her values. Her influence extended beyond the entertainment industry, inspiring countless individuals to embrace authenticity and advocate for positive change.
Her passing marks the loss of a significant figure in entertainment who also became a voice for health advocacy. Her legacy includes a strong commitment to authenticity and social impact, and her estimated financial worth was around $8 million.
Ananda Lewis’s impact on television and her dedication to social causes have left an indelible mark on the industry and the hearts of many.
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Kareen Kennedy is the Assistant Editor for Florida National News
kareen.kennedy@floridanationalnews.com
ORLANDO, Fla. (FNN NEWS) –Val Kilmer, one of Hollywood’s most memorable actors, has passed away at the age of 65. Known for his dynamic range and unmistakable voice, Kilmer captivated audiences with his standout performances in a career that spanned over four decades.
A Career Full of Iconic Roles
Kilmer’s breakout role came in the 1980s with Top Gun (1986), where he portrayed the cocky and charming fighter pilot, Iceman. The film catapulted him into stardom alongside Tom Cruise, and it remains one of the most iconic films in Hollywood history. Kilmer’s portrayal of Iceman left an indelible mark on pop culture, with his line “I am dangerous” becoming an enduring catchphrase.
Beyond Top Gun, Kilmer’s career featured a diverse range of roles, from playing the suave rock star in The Doors (1991) to the legendary Batman in Batman Forever (1995). He brought depth to each of his characters, making them memorable even in smaller roles, such as his comedic turn in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005). His performances were often praised for their intensity, wit, and ability to disappear into his roles.
A Life Beyond the Screen
Kilmer’s life was marked by both triumph and personal struggles. Despite his fame, he was known for his private nature and his journey battling throat cancer. In recent years, Kilmer’s health struggles became widely known, as he had to undergo a series of surgeries that left him with a diminished ability to speak. However, he continued to embrace his craft and the fans who loved him, most recently appearing in Top Gun: Maverick (2022), a sequel to the film that first made him a star.
The documentary Val (2021) offered fans a rare, candid look into his life, showcasing not only his successes but also his personal battles and the deep affection he had for his craft. Through this film, Kilmer shared never-before-seen footage from his personal archive, allowing fans to see the man behind the roles.
A Legacy That Will Live On
Kilmer’s death marks the end of an era for Hollywood. He leaves behind a legacy of timeless performances that will continue to resonate with generations of fans. From the depths of his dramatic portrayals to the highs of his action-packed roles, Val Kilmer’s impact on cinema is undeniable. His unforgettable presence and voice, once a hallmark of his performances, will be greatly missed by fans and colleagues alike.
Val Kilmer is survived by his children and countless fans who cherished him throughout his illustrious career. His contributions to film will continue to inspire new audiences for years to come, reminding us of the power of storytelling and the ability of one man to shape the very fabric of cinema.
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Kareen Kennedy is the Assistant Editor for Florida National News
kareen.kennedy@floridanationalnews.com
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LPGA Pros Shutout Celebs at the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions “Break The Glass” Challenge
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1 year agoon
January 28, 2025By
Mike Brodsky
ORLANDO, Fla. (Florida National News) – Some big names in sports, entertainment, and music can be found with golf clubs in hand at The Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, this weekend. About 50 celebrities will compete for a $500,000 purse, while LPGA Tour players try to grab their share of $2 million in prize money.
Today, LPGA pros Megan Khang, Alexa Pano, and Bailey Tardy took on celebrities Landon Donovan, Major League Soccer legend, Michael Peña, award-winning actor, and Kira Dixon, Reporter and Miss America 2015 in the annual “Break The Glass” challenge. The LPGA pros shutout the celebs 3-0. You can watch the action here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DFYsQKbyiAi/?igsh=YzZlNG9rNXhvbnRy. (And be sure to follow Florida National News on Instagram and Facebook.)
Lydia Ko returns to defend her title, after adding an Olympic gold medal and membership in the LPGA Hall of Fame to her resume since last year’s tournament. Actors Don Cheadle and Larry The Cable Guy, NBA stars Blake Griffin and Ray Allen, and Pro Football Hall of Famers Marcus Allen and Charles Woodson are just some of the celebs hitting the links Thursday, 1/30 through Sunday, 2/2. Tickets and more information are available online at http://www.HGVLPGA.com.
