Is MSG Bad for You?

MSG has been linked to symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, headaches, and more. But the evidence for any causal link to these is weak at best.

Effects of macronutrient intake on obesity

Research commentary Effects of macronutrient intake in obesity: a meta-analysis of low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets on markers of the metabolic syndrome  Anouk E M Willems, Martina Sura–de Jong, André P van Beek, Esther Nederhof, Gertjan van Dijk Nutrition Reviews, nuaa044, https://doi.org/10.1093/nutrit/nuaa044 Published: 04 September 2020 Abstract The metabolic syndrome (MetS) comprises cardiometabolic risk factors frequently found in individuals with obesity. […]

Health Benefits of Synbiotics

Synbiotics are combinations of pre, post, and probiotics that may offer additional benefits to gut-health over pre- or probiotics alone.

Keto Myths and Realities Q&A

Myths and fallacies about keto abound! In this article, Cliff answers some questions resulting from a recent talk on ketogenic diets.

How to Exercise for Health

Exercising for health is more about creating the habits of movement than training like an elite athlete.

Response to the Heart Foundation Position on Red Meat

The latest update to the Heart Foundation position statement on red meat suggests that Kiwis should actively try to reduce red meat intake and that it is a leading cause of cardiovascular disease and mortality. Cliff explains what’s right and what’s wrong with this position.