October 1, 2018 Did you know our ability to digest milk after our infant years is a result of genetic changes? The human body is amazing in its ability to adapt. As diets changed with the domestication of animals, the human body adjusted to be able...
September 24, 2018 You may have heard of personalized medicine, but what about personalized nutrition? Personalized nutrition is a concept that has been around for over a decade. It is simple to imagine and complex to implement. Imagine knowing the optimal ratio of macronutrients (carbohydrates, fats,...
September 10, 2018 One reason to eat is to fuel your body. The second reason is to feed your soul. When you strike a balance between the two, pause to notice how you feel. You’ll probably be feeling happy and nourished. The more often you reach...
September 3, 2018 Have you ever wondered what’s so special about sourdough bread? Other than its unique taste and texture, of course. Sourdough bread is made with multiple types of bacteria in addition to or in place of the traditional baker’s yeast used in regular bread. ...
August 27, 2018 There’s no doubt about it. Vegetables are good for you. The trick to receiving the health benefits like fiber, vitamins, and minerals, is that you actually have to eat the vegetables. Are you laughing right now because veggies are your favorite food group? ...
August 6, 2018 Fantastic news! The low FODMAP diet has been clinically demonstrated to alleviate symptoms in up to 85% of IBS patients who try the diet. As with most good things though, there is a downside. In this case, it is a reduction in carbohydrate...
July 23, 2018 Scientists are unraveling the mystery behind the success of the low FODMAP diet. As it turns out, it’s all about the bugs! By bugs, I mean the many types of bacteria that live in the human gastrointestinal (GI) system. The macronutrients (carbohydrates, proteins,...
July 9, 2018 There’s no magic wand that will force you to eat well and stick to your diet. However, there are several things you can do that will remove the burden of a restricted diet and even make it fun. Always have food! This may seem counter...
July 1, 2018 We are all unique. Unique fingerprints, unique DNA, unique metabolism, and a unique gut microbiome. So let’s eat in a way that is just as unique! Eats Treats and Parsnips (ETP) is here to make it easy to find what and how to...