Seems like everyone’s going gluten-free. You might be wondering if you should be avoiding it too. Could cutting it out really improve your energy, boost your mood and help you lose a kilo or two? What is gluten? Basically, it’s a protein that gives pizza and bread its unique elasticity and springiness. Unfortunately, for some […]
Alternative “Milks” – the ultimate guide Many of us still drink cow’s milk – despite doubts about whether it’s good for us or not. It’s a deeply ingrained part of our culture – just like butter and cream. After all, we grew up with the idea that milk from cows was healthy (skimmed milk even […]
These days, many of us are looking for a healthier, more environmentally-friendly alternative to cow’s milk. Reasons range from ethical concerns to indigestion. As a nutritionist, I’m often asked which one I prefer. At Foodwise we usually opt for almond milk whenever a recipe calls for ‘milk’. This is partly because its light, creamy texture […]
Time to ditch milk? It’s not easy to persuade someone who’s used to drinking cow’s milk to change their habits. As a Nutritionist, I’ve long been aware of milk’s negative health effects, but it still took me a while to stop automatically adding a couple of bottles to the family shopping cart – well it […]
It’s not a grain and it’s got nothing to do with wheat. Buckwheat is the seed of a leafy plant like rhubarb, first cultivated in China and the Himalayas over 1,000 years ago. Local populations depended on it for the essential nutrients, protein and fats needed to survive their difficult living conditions. Nutrient Packed Although […]
The label on the package tells you the amount of calories, carbs, protein and fat of what’s inside. But it’s not that plain and simple. What else is hiding in the package? That’s listed on the mile-long ingredients label and chances are you don’t know what even half of them are, if you can even […]
The dairy industry spends a lot of money trying to convince us that milk and dairy products are essential for good health. We’ve been brainwashed into believing that because they contain calcium you need them to help build strong bones and teeth and prevent osteoporosis. But dairy contains lots of unhealthy things too. What’s more, […]
We’re used to having white bread around – our children demand it, in restaurants (and schools) it’s often it’s the only option and many of us just can’t seem to resist the appeal of a freshly baked baguette. We know it’s not exactly a health food, but maybe it’s time to consider giving it up […]
There’s no getting away from it – sugar tastes good and foods that contain it tend to be irresistibly palatable to the average human being. But unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few decades – you know it’s bad for your health. Apart from promoting obesity and contributing to tooth decay, […]