As one who used to diet as some sort of twisted prison-pastime, here to push the next fad in weight loss, I am not. What I aim to do is endow you with a few liberating nuggets of knowledge on stealthy power foods.

Since knowledge is simply potential power, we cannot merely chew on these; digestion and absorption are our only way to freedom.

Lets begin with the humble potato. The best friend of a steak dinner is being prosecuted by our carb-conscious society since carbohydrates factually assist the body in retaining water. However, our bodies are 70-80% water, and I think the lowly carb may be on to something. The defense calls Mr. Potato to the stand. If he could speak, he would admit to pesky water weight, yes. He would also testify to the possession of critical nutrients such as Vitamins B6 and C which help keep our mind alert and our body healthy. Add to that potassium, magnesium, and cholesterols worst enemy fiber and you've got a veritable grenade in your dietary arsenal! Take care, though, not to make Mr. Potato jump out of his skin too often, as this is where many of his beneficial nutrients are found. If you do, he'll simply call in backup. His cousin, Miss Sweet Potato, will see to it that her abundance of soluble and insoluble fiber, and Vitamins A, C, and E save you from rendering a guilty verdict.

The defense now calls Peanut Butter. Natural peanut butter.