Can Omega-3 Fats Treat Dysbiosis?
Omega-3 fish oil supplements may help to modify the gut biome and improve gut health. In this article, Cliff delves into the research to answer the question ‘can omega-3 fats treat dysbiosis?’
All You Need to Know About Treating Candida Naturally
Candida overgrowth can affect many people, resulting in mild to severe symptoms. In this review, Cliff summarises the evidence-based natural treatments available.
Issue #5 The Carb-Appropriate Review
Carbs vs Fat… The Food Fight Issue! Issue 5 | Volume 1 | October 2019 In this issue: This month we have a special ‘Food Fight’ issue that focusses on the low-carb vs high-carb debate! Feature article Should you choose high or low-carb? There is a seemingly endless debate between advocates of high and low-carb […]
Another nail in the coffin for the saturated fat—heart disease hypothesis?
The idea that total and saturated fat intake is a risk factor for heart disease still persists. In this review, Cliff examines a recent meta-analysis that casts further doubt on this.
What is ‘benevolent pseudo-diabetes’? (And why it is important)
Some animal studies have suggested that a keto diet can result in insulin resistance and this is supported by some glucose tolerance challenges in humans. But is this phenomenon all that it seems, or could this actually be a healthy adaptation to a low-carb diet?
Should I Choose High-Carb or Low-Carb?
There is an endless debate between proponents of high-carb vs low-carb diets. So, how can you decide which is best for you? In this article, Cliff Harvey PhD summarises the research to show how you can determine what’s best for your body.
Cliff Harvey PhD on the Sigma Nutrition Podcast with Danny Lennon
Cliff Harvey PhD was recently on Danny Lennon’s podcast, Sigma Nutrition Radio. Check it out to hear about ketosis and fat-loss, neuroprotection. MCTs, Lion’s Mane and more!
Issue #4 The Carb-Appropriate Review
The latest Carb-Appropriate Research Review is all about dairy! Find out the latest research on the health effects of dairy, whether it is pro- or anti-inflammatory, PLUS the low- vs full-fat debate, and all about A1 vs A2 protein.
Does Increasing Dairy Intake Reduce Insulin Sensitivity?
There is concern about the insulin stimulating effects of dairy. In this study, the effect on insulin and blood glucose homeostasis of increased dairy intake was explored.
A1 vs A2… Does the Type of Casein Protein in Dairy Have an Effect on Health?
A1 protein from milk has been suggested as a risk factor for health, while A2 is promoted as a health food that avoids these risks. Find out what the research tells us about A1 vs A2.
Is Dairy Inflammatory?
Dairy is commonly considered inflammation causing. But is this justified? For whom is dairy inflammatory…and for whom is it not?
Is Low-Fat Dairy Superior to Full-Fat?
Low-fat dairy is recommended in dietary guidelines over natural, full-fat dairy, but is this recommendation actually justified by evidence? Or is it simply outdated?
Bone Broth…Good Stuff or BS?
Bone broth has become a popular food-supplement but does it really provide health or performance benefits?
Issue #3 The Carb-Appropriate Review
Issue 3 | Volume 1 | August 2019 In this issue: Articles Is the Ketogenic Diet Really a Cure for Cancer? The ketogenic diet is touted as a ‘cure’ for cancer with claims that it effectively starves cancer cells of fuel. But do these claims stack up? Can the Ketogenic Diet and Ketones Improve Brain […]
Can Keto-Diets Improve the Structure of Key Brain Cells?
Ketogenic diets might help to improve the function of important supportive brain cells.
Are Low-Carb Diets Deficient in Micronutrients?
A common criticism of low-carb and keto diets is that they do not supply adequate amounts of essential nutrients, but is this justified?
Can a Ketogenic Diet and Ketones Improve Brain Health?
Ketogenic diets and ketones themselves offer a promising treatment option for neurodegenerative disorders and cognitive decline.
Blood Type Diets… Still Crazy After All These Years…
Over 7 million copies of Eat Right for Your Type have been sold and many people follow a ‘blood type diet’. But does it stand up to scientific scrutiny?
Issue #2 The Carb-Appropriate Review
Issue 2 | Volume 1 | July 2019 In this issue: Articles Do Low Carbohydrate Diets Negatively Affect Female Hormone Balance? Many people think that low-carb diets are negative for female hormone balance, menstrual cycles, and ovulation. But does this stand up to scientific scrutiny? Can You Be ‘Healthy at Every Size’? ‘Health At Every […]
How Reliable is the Evidence for Reducing Saturated Fat?
Most meta-analyses do not support the idea that saturated fat is a cause of heart disease but the 2015 meta-analysis by Hooper and colleagues suggested that saturated fat increased mortality. But was this study reliable? In a new analysis, Thornley et al., cast doubt on the reliability of this finding.