“Hi Rosie, Recently I’ve heard a lot of good things about grass fed beef. What is the actual difference in grass fed versus corn feed beef. Why is one more healthy to consume than the other?” asks Enlightened Eater reader Robert Dobson. Robert, this is a question I’ve often been asked. First, though, let me […]
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Your Facebook questions: The Big Fat Surprise – Science or science fiction?
“I just heard science journalist Nina Teicholz on CBC’s The Current talking about her book The Big Fat Surprise. She says the low fat craze over the last few decades is what has made the population fat & unhealthy, and that we should all eat more fat, including saturated. Are you familiar with her book, […]
Greens – the Greek Way
Earlier this week, I wrote about the anniversary of Oldways launching the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid. This was followed by numerous scientific and culinary conferences where researchers updated their findings while the palate pleasing offerings of the Mediterranean were introduced to the fortunate delegates. The first lunch at Oldways 1st Mediterranean Diet Conference was a Greek […]
The Mediterranean Diet Pyramid – Still relevant 2 decades later
This past week marked the 22nd anniversary of the introduction of the Mediterranean Diet Pyramid by the Boston-based think tank, Oldways. The introduction of the pyramid took place in the midst of fat phobia. The pyramid was a model of healthy eating based upon the traditional eating pattern which included healthy fats. Healthy fats? Olive […]
South West Tortilla Soup
A satisfying lunch in a bowl! To take it to work, simply reheat the soup and add the garnishes before eating. To tame your appetite in between meals, omit the cheese and tortilla chips. If you like, you can also add some diced avocado to the soup to up the taste and nutrition quotients even […]
Your Facebook questions answered: Is there a dairy and phlegm link?
“Hello Rosie! Some thoughts on milk and milk-based foods and phlegm production would be much appreciated. Many years ago I had heard this, although our Respiratory Techs poo-pooed it. After some research I found they were right, although it seemed no one believed us. This issue has recently come to light again. I would appreciate […]
Oat Groat Pilaf with Wild Mushrooms
Have you ever eaten oat groats? You’re not alone if you’re wondering what they are. Oat groats are the whole grain product before it is flaked or rolled to become oat flakes or meal. You can use it as you would use barley or rice in a savoury pilaf or with vegetables in a cold […]
Let the grain bashing end – here’s why
The grain bashing continues. If you’ve given up or are now considering forsaking grains for health’s sake, think again. If it’s refined grains you’re banishing, be my guest. But here’s the latest in a very long list of studies showing the health perks of whole grains. According to a just published report, eating more whole […]
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