Your guacamole may hold the key to managing obesity and helping delay or prevent diabetes, according to a new study by a University of Guelph research team. For the first time, researchers led by Prof. Paul Spagnuolo have shown how a compound found only in avocados can inhibit cellular processes that normally lead to diabetes. In safety testing in humans, the team also found … [Read more...]
Is Spelt Flour Gluten Free?
White spelt flour comes from milling spelt an ancient grain that is a relative of wheat. It is one of the most popular and widely available non-wheat flours. The full name of spelt is Triticum aestivum var. spelta. It is a cereal grain in the wheat family that has been cultivated for thousands of years – originally in Iran, then Europe and only in the past century has spelt … [Read more...]
What are the Best Non-Dairy Milks?
If you need to avoid dairy products, there is some very good news for you. The marketplace is full of non-dairy options for those who shun the stuff that comes from cows and goats. Prices aren't too high; availability is good in most parts of the country and you can really learn to enjoy some great-tasting beverages. It's possible that you've already heard of things like soy … [Read more...]
Gluten-Free Carrot Zucchini Bread with Himalayan Salt, Coconut Milk and Cinnamon
There’s nothing like a healthy, delectable loaf to satisfy your palate. Contrary to popular belief, a lot of carrot loaves are actually bad for you. Carrot loaf: The good, the bad, the ugly In my younger years (before I knew any better), I erroneously believed that carrot loaves were a healthier alternative to conventional cakes you would buy for dessert. I mean, they contain … [Read more...]
4 Worst Nutrition Tips
It’s almost impossible to open a magazine, watch social networks, or even chat with friends, without receiving advice on food and nutrition, whether you like it or not. And everyone claims to have heard the advice of the “experts”. How can you distinguish facts from fiction? Here are the worst tips and misconceptions about nutrition that we hear and read constantly: Do not … [Read more...]