For readers interested in the science behind food and health.
People are often surprised when they learn about the close relationship between the gut microbiome and mental health. Have you ever found yourself in an emotional situation that made your stomach feel like it had butterflies fluttering around? It is also commonplace for individuals to experience what they call a hunch, or a ‘gut feeling.’…
The truth about superfoods is that the name is more of a marketing gimmick than an actual classification of food. Let us explain how the glamour of food marketing lets reason out the door. When people are discussing food like açai, avocado, caviar, exotic grapes or goji berries, they often describe them with the word…
Understanding food allergies can save many people from reactions to foods that don’t sit well with their system. A bite of peanut butter, and suddenly the throat tightens, goosebumps litter the skin surface, and panic starts to set in. Trust us, you don’t want this to be you. Food allergy is an immune response to…
Molecular gastronomy DIY will earn you the moniker of food alchemist. It’s not all tricks, but the appropriate understanding and application of scientific knowledge. If you have ever nursed the idea of turning fruit juice into edible pearls, it’s not a castle in the sky. Food spherification at home is just one of many methods…
Should nutrient loss during cooking be something to worry about? As the proverbial saying goes, “The end does not always justify the means.” Folks on a pro-health diet may regularly load their plates with veggies. However, when meals are prepared wrong, the dish may lose some essential nutrients during cooking. So, eating healthy meals may…
