Polyphenols are a family of plant compounds bound together both by their unique chemical structures and their tangible influence on human health. I’ve previously written a piece discussing the role of polyphenol-rich foods for the prevention and reversal of fatty liver disease, and I encourage anyone interested in the role
Lignans are a unique sub-family of polyphenol compounds that are found in rich-supply in relatively few foods. The most abundant sources by far are flax and sesame seeds. The easiest way to boost the lignan content of your diet would be the incorporation of those two foods, but they aren’t
Camu-camu, scientifically Myrciaria dubia, is a plant species native to the Amazon rainforest that bears a polyphenol-rich fruit resembling a cherry. It is a type of fruit that people in North America may not be likely to encounter in its original fresh form, but that is also available as a powdered
Have you been told by your doctor that your HDL or “good” cholesterol is too low? HDL cholesterol helps your body get rid of excess fats in the bloodstream – a very important functionality. The functionality of HDL is mirrored by its cholesterol efflux activity, as well as its antioxidant
Are you ready to reverse fatty liver disease and the metabolic health challenges that come along with it? Challenges like: Insulin resistance Elevated liver enzymes Excessive inflammation High blood fats [cholesterol, triglycerides] High blood sugar Microbiome imbalances That’s where I come in. I’ve spent the last two and a half
In my career I’ve always to devote extra attention to families of foods that are either under consumed or underappreciated relative to their nutritional value. Soy-based foods like tempeh, tofu, edamame and soy-milk certainly check both boxes. While I’ll be the first to admit that no one NEEDS to eat
The elevation of liver enzymes like AST,ALT, ALP and GGT are often the first things that might alert a healthcare provider to the possible presence of a fatty liver when looking at blood work alone. While these liver enzymes may be elevated for other reasons, the most likely explanation for
Health is Wealth. A universally appreciated statement which expresses the priceless nature of one’s personal wellbeing. Health is Wellth. A soon to be universally appreciated statement which expresses the widespread public adoration of a nutritionally enhanced pasta product. Enter Wellth Foods flagship product – a High Protein, Gluten-Free Rotini pasta
There’s no getting around the fact that magnesium is one of the most compelling subjects of discussion in modern nutrition. I want to start today’s post by acknowledging Canadian supplement brand Pure North Naturals, with whom I recently created content on collagen peptides with and who are the financial sponsor’s
