Food sources of medium chain fatty acids
Medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) contain between 6 and 12 carbon atoms (6C and 12C). Medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) are fat molecules composed mostly of MCFAs. One MCT molecule consists…
Digestion, absorption and metabolism of triglycerides
This article addresses the different fate of long and medium chain fatty acids in the body. It is a reference point to articles discussing the benefits of medium chain fatty…
Himalayan salt – proven benefits or misleading marketing?
The exorbitant prices and growing popularity of Himalayan salt and other gourmet salts are mainly a result of strong advertising campaigns that promote a wide range of health benefits due…
Sea Salt benefits – pseudoscience and false advertising?
False advertising campaigns and misleading health claims, enabled manufacturers to charge exuberant prices for the food-grade sea salt products. It is true that sea salt is a more interesting alternative…
Oil pulling – effective remedy for oral hygiene?
Oil pulling originated from ancient Ayurvedic medicine and was known under the names of Kavala graha or Gandoosha. It has been used to improve oral health. (1, 2) This ancient…
What is celiac disease – symptoms, tests and treatment
Celiac disease (CD) is an autoimmune disease that affects the small intestine and prevents the absorption of nutrients. It is caused by eating food with gluten, a protein found in…
Saturated fat – is it really bad for you?
Saturated fats have been part of our diet for hundreds of thousands of years. They were only vilified 40 years ago for political reasons, rather than evidence based science. Since…
Cooking in high heat increases the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases
There is no doubt that cooking food adds physical and chemical benefits to it, facilitating mastication, improving digestion and increasing the absorption of various nutrients, not to mention the enhanced…
What components of cocoa makes dark chocolate so healthy?
Non-fat cocoa solids are components of the cocoa nibs. They are devoid of water, and are usually obtained by separating the cocoa butter from the cocoa seeds that have been…