Category Archives: Research

Could Michael Pollan be Wrong?

Let me preface this post, I like Michael Pollan’s eating philosophy.  His seven word premise “eat food, not too much, mostly plants” concisely and accurately sums up how we should eat. Simple and uncomplicated. I also concur with his view … Continue reading

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Research Round-up: November 2010

1. Purple Potatoes and their Phenolic Composition Nov 2010: According to preliminary research at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, Purple Majesty potatoes have 3x has much antioxidant capacity as white potatoes. The purple potatoes contain anthocyanins, a flavanoid found in red and … Continue reading

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Research round-up: October 2010

1. Low levels of vitamin B12 linked to Alzheimer’s Oct 19 2010: A study published in the journal Neurology by researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden has indicated that people with low levels of vitamin B12 may have … Continue reading

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Best Brunch Downtown

Nothing defines Sunday more than a leisurely brunch, strong coffee and the New York Times. Whether you are hungry or hung-over, brunch usually goes one of two ways: a disastrous carbo-loading caloric confection of French toast and pancakes or a … Continue reading

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