Flaxseeds are mostly known for their dense nutrient composition and health benefits similar to chia seeds. Flaxseed side-effects are, however, not uncommon and worth considering before adding them to our…
There is no “ADHD diet” that could be used globally. There are, however, dietary tools that can be used to design an individual diet for ADHD therapy. Research on the…
The elimination diet is not a new concept, although it has gained popularity in recent years. It was first proposed in 1926 by Albert Rowe to combat food allergies. (1)…
Chia seeds are considered a superfood, due to their high nutrient contents and proven wide range of health benefits. Chia seeds are generally considered as safe to eat by the…
The following title recently appeared on CNN News: “Coffee may come with a cancer warning label in California”. The article states that a “Label would warn customers about acrylamide, which…
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…
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…
In recent years, fresh and dried avocado seed has become the new trendy, alternative food. Many general health websites and popular food blogs publish information on how to eat avocado…
Many products, such as margarine, shortenings, biscuits, pastries and other baked products, contain hydrogenated vegetable oils. But what is hydrogenation? Should we be concerned? What is the difference between fully…
Naturally occurring fats, also known as ruminant fats, are often compared to trans fats obtained from partially hydrogenated fats, which have been proven to be harmful to health. Find out…
A major health concern are industrial trans fatty acids (iTFAs) that are created during partial hydrogenation of oils. Trans fat foods refer mainly to the foods that are made with…
Reading labels is not as easy as it should be. Labels can be informative but also can be confusing or used to trick customers. It often requires a good knowledge…
