Most of the harmful trans fatty acids (TFAs) in our diet come from partially hydrogenated oils, (only small percentage from ruminants) which involves high temperatures and high pressure. But does…
Brazil nuts are an excellent source of many minerals such as selenium, copper, magnesium and phosphorus, and a good source of zinc and manganese. Vitamins are not as abundant in…
Canned tuna is a popular food worldwide. It is used, for instance, on top of salads or as part of an afternoon snack. On the one hand, canned tuna seems…
Canned tuna is a popular food worldwide. It is used, for instance, on top of salads or as part of an afternoon snack. On the one hand, canned tuna seems…
This article provides insights on how to recognize the potatoes that are bad and should not be eaten. It also provides optimal buying and storage tips. Even after harvesting, potatoes…
Current recommendations for adults of dairy product intake are not consensual. However, on average, all agree to be in the range of 2.5-3 servings daily. Here are some examples: The…
Several anti-milk and anti-dairy product claims have become quite popular in recent years, especially with vegan enthusiasts and since the beginning of the Paleo diet craze. The most common of…
Milk is known for its many health benefits, but also for its health risks such as milk protein allergy, lactose intolerance and bovine growth hormones. The application of bovine growth…
A milk allergy (also called dairy allergy or cow’s milk allergy) is an adverse immune response to the protein in cow’s milk. A protein called casein (αs1-, αs2-, β-, and…
Caffeine is a drug that acts on the central nervous system and significantly affects other organs such as the heart, blood vessels, kidneys and adrenal hormones. The following are temporary…
Sulfites are chemical compounds, produced in our bodies to process amino-acids that contain sulphur. Sulfites also occur naturally in some foods, or can be used as an additive to foods…
Fructose metabolism is significantly more harmful than other sugars. Fructose and glucose are the most commonly consumed simple sugars. They have the same amount of calories per gram, but differ…
