Maria Bez is a Registered Nutritional Therapist and Kinesiologist, mother of a trans son, and health professional. Helping trans people stay healthy or address certain physical or emotional symptoms through an MTF diet or an FTM diet and lifestyle is a topic very close to her heart. Making healthy food choices can have physical benefits… Read More »
According to recent studies, ultra-processed foods like meat substitutes and protein powders can help meet vegan protein needs. Nutritionists often debate whether a vegan diet provides enough protein because plant-based foods contain less protein than meat, eggs, and dairy products. However, the 774 vegan Brazilians who participated in this study were found to consume, on… Read More »
Silicon dioxideAlso known as silica, it is a naturally occurring chemical compound found in minerals, some plants, and some grains. Its chemical formula is SiO2, which is composed of silicon and oxygen. There are two types of silicon dioxide: amorphous And crystalline. Amorphous silicon dioxide is most commonly found in food products. However, crystalline silicon… Read More »
Dairy seems to get a bad rap these days. With the rise in popularity of anti-inflammatory diets, it seems like the first thing people suggest you eliminate is dairy. But it shouldn’t be. I am often asked if dairy causes inflammation. In fact, the opposite is true. Scientific evidence suggests that dairy products such as… Read More »
In recent years, a raw food diet for dogs has gained significant traction as more pet owners look to improve the health and well-being of their canine companions. Known as the Biologically Appropriate Raw Food (BARF) diet, this dietary approach is based on the idea that dogs, as descendants of wolves, should eat a diet… Read More »
Your kidneys are some of the most important organs in your body. They not only remove waste and excess fluid from your blood, but they also maintain levels of potassium, sodium, and other essential minerals your body needs to survive. They even produce hormones that regulate important health factors like blood pressure and bone strength.… Read More »
A paper published this week in the scientific journal Frontiers in Nutrition warns that the significant reduction in animal foods that many plant-based diets require will worsen already widespread micronutrient and protein deficiencies. The perspective article, authored by Dr Alice Stanton of the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and the University of Medicine and… Read More »
Psychiatric nutrition can be used as a complementary treatment to manage mental health challenges such as anxiety and depression. So what is the link between diet and mental health? Psychiatric nutrition is the idea that the foods we eat affect not only our bodies but also our brains. It’s a relatively new area of research,… Read More »
What we do Poor diet and inadequate physical activity are major risk factors for obesity and other chronic diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease. They can also contribute to stroke, some cancers, and depression. In the United States: DNPAO focuses on supporting breastfeeding, promoting healthy childhood, improving nutrition, increasing physical activity, preventing… Read More »