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
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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
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I consider fatty liver disease to be the disease of tomorrow that’s already here today. The acclaimed Lancet journal recently looked at the global prevalence of NAFLD and concluded not only that it was higher than previously estimated, but also that it was increasing at an “alarming” rate. Their work suggested
Fatty Liver Disease is the most common liver health concern in North America with the latest estimates suggesting that 1 in 3 adults are living with a fatty liver. Despite quite a rampant increase in its medical relevance, there is currently no pharmaceutical treatment option for this condition. People living
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, also referred to as Metabolic Associated Fatty Liver Disease, is the most common liver condition globally and the number one threat to your liver health. Recent estimates from the acclaimed Lancet journal suggest that 1 in 3 adults globally have a fatty liver, with 25% of
The role that nutrition has to play in preventing fatty liver disease [NAFLD] has become a topic of great personal and professional fascination. Recent estimates out of the acclaimed Lancet journal suggest that 1 in 3 adults globally suffer from NAFLD, a staggering figure to say the least. If you’re familiar