In my last post, I promised more info about the extraordinary, cutting-edge conference, Finding Common Ground organized by the Boston-based non-profit food and nutrition education organization, Oldways. The purpose of the conference was for these scientists with extremely diverse philosophies to agree on certain basics of healthy eating in order for consumers to get out […]
If I wrote a post every time I heard nonsense about nutrition on the television, I would be permanently attached to my computer. But I simply could not ignore statements made on the Marilyn Denis Show on CTV this past week by naturopathic doctor, Natasha Turner. Her segment Holiday Stress Survival Kit both astounded […]
It’s that time of year when there’s lots of talk about how to fight off colds and the flu. Debates abound about flu shots and various supplements but all too often, the benefits of various foods are left out of the discussion. (More on supplements in another post). Well, it’s time for a change in […]
“Here’s another topic you might want to address for those of us with joint pain. Turmeric supplements. I just saw these on the shelf, in 500 mg capsule form, labelled “anti-inflammatory to help relieve joint pain” They say curcumin is hard to absorb so people with arthritis etc should take these for improved function and […]
“My husband takes Crestor, and the pharmacist told him to ask his doctor about his Coenzyme Q10 levels. I’ve looked at the University of Google (as Joe Schwarcz calls it) and the Mayo Clinic etc. don’t think it’s worth worrying about. What’s your take on statins needing nutritional supplements?”, asks Enlightened Eater Facebook fan, Linda […]
Exploring the world of brilliant colours can indeed be creative fun for children. Eating these colours, though, is another matter entirely. Science is showing that, for a vulnerable group of children, artificial food colours are linked to various adverse effects including hyperactivity. When you look back at the history of food, the popularity of artificial […]
I have a confession to make: I’m having a passionate affair with avocados. I simply can’t get enough of them. I can eat them morning, noon and night. At breakfast, a little avocado mashed on a slice of whole grain toast and topped with a fried egg (and maybe a dash of habanero hot sauce […]
You’re not alone if you think that almonds and peanuts are roughly the same nutritionally as their butters. But according to accumulating research, you would be wrong. (Of course, I’m talking about natural almond butter or peanut butter, not those with added fat and sugar that may bear little resemblance to the real thing.) […]
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