The potential for grains, particularly those containing gluten (i.e. a protein component of wheat, barley, rye), to promote inflammation is a hot topic in the health and wellness world. Yet it is also controversial among nutrition scientists and dietitians. My opinion, as always, is that […]
This is one of my favourite on-the-go lunch or dinner recipes. It uses quinoa instead of the traditional bulghur wheat used in tabbouleh, making it gluten-free. It makes a great side dish to bring to a potluck or BBQ, or you can take it with […]
It may be fair to say that inflammation is the root cause of almost all chronic diseases we experience today. However, even in the absence of a diagnosis of a specific illness or condition, many of us experience “vague” symptoms or discomforts daily, which we […]
Frittata is like a fancy version of an omelette, or a lazy version of a quiche. There’s no need to make pastry, but at the same time it takes a little more effort than just throwing everything in a pan. It makes a great Sunday […]
Saturated fat vs monounsaturated fat vs polyunsaturated fat – which is better for us? Which fats raise our cholesterol? Which foods are high in which fats? Does any of this even matter??? Controversies around dietary fat are rampant today among the media, public health organizations, […]
As a self-proclaimed nutrition nerd, I have no problem admitting that I have a favorite nutrient. It is fat. Yes, that’s right, I LOVE FAT. Some people count calories in an effort to restrict weight gain. This often leads to food cravings, fluctuations in mood, […]
In my last article, Minding your Gut, I introduced the concept of the brain-gut connection and the importance of the gut microbiome for health. As scientific research evolves, we are learning more and more about the importance of diversity in the types and quantities of […]
The concept of the “Mind-Body Connection” is particularly in vogue these days, especially with rising popularity of yoga, meditation and other mindfulness practices in Western civilizations. Growing evidence shows that such practices area associated with beneficial effects on not only mental health, but also physical […]
We hear it all the time from doctors, health professionals, in the media and even from our parents/elders: “eat a healthy, balanced diet”, or “everything in moderation”. But what does that even mean? If I eat a salad for lunch and then a burger and […]
“Tús maith, leath na hoibre” – as an old Irish proverb says – “A good start is half the work” . And it’s no secret, that this Celtic Wisdom is widely applied by those, that are most organised, successful and the happiest people in the world. Repetition, […]
