Resistant starch (RS) has become trendy recently due to a combination of factors related to its health benefits, growing interest in gut health, and rising popularity of specific diets like low-carb and plant-based eating. RS is a type of carbohydrate that « resists » digestion in the small intestine and reaches the large intestine intact. RS functions […]
I’m thrilled to welcome the arrival of blackberry season. These plump and juicy gems not only tantalise our taste buds but also offer a host of health benefits that make them a must-add to your summer menu. Let’s explore the scientific evidence that highlights the remarkable health advantages of indulging in these seasonal delights. Antioxidant […]
We usually eat bananas when they are yellow, that is when they start to ripe. Green bananas and yellow, ripe bananas have distinct health effects, that you may be interested to know. Green banana for your gut Unripe, green banana have the highest proportion of resistant starch, a form of carbohydrate that acts like a […]
Perhaps you are reading this while in lockdown, and perhaps, just like me, you sometimes dream of holidays by the Mediterranean Sea… In my dreams, there are not only the blissful beaches bathed with crystal clear water, there is also the Mediterranean food: juicy tomatoes, plump aubergines, oriental meze, pasta of all shapes, a board […]
A few definitions Probiotics are « live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host », according to the FAO. Probiotics supplements and additives contain a single or a mix of strains, the most commonly used being lactobacilles. Prebiotics are nutrients that are degraded by gut microbiota. They feed the intestinal […]