The Genomic Kitchen combines nutrigenomics with the culinary arts in a unique way to help you choose, prepare and cook food that optimizes your long-term health. We call our work Culinary Genomics
It is no secret that nutrigenomics is redefining how we shop for and prepare food that nourishes us. I have written extensively on the topic, but in this post, the first of two about my passion for nutrigenomics, I want to share more about WHY I believe so deeply in this new area of science and how it impacts health. Let’s cover some basics and then I’ll jump into how we use nutrigenomics to fine tune whether the hot diet topics of ketogenic and detox diets are right for your genes.
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Most of us do not have unlimited amounts of money to spend on food. We like to stretch our food dollar, spotting good deals when we can and saving money at the checkout. Another way to look at food budgeting is to ask yourself this question: how can I get the best return on my food dollar investment? In other words, rather than looking at total food dollars spent, change the value question. Ask yourself, which ingredients can I buy that deliver the most amount of nourishment and value to my body per penny spent? This indeed may reshape your food purchasing ideas and make your genes dance at the same time.
We need more well designed randomized control trials (which are often lacking in nutrition science) but here is my take: most people can incorporate some sources of saturated fats into their diet from quality sources if they eat a diet low in added sugar and refined carbohydrates. Read more about saturated fats and heart disease in my latest article.
You can’t just plug one hole and expect the problem to resolve. Instead, we have to plug multiple holes. We have to think functionally!
Always read the ingredient list to understand what you are putting into your body...even if you are consuming brands that appear "healthier". Whole Foods is a great example. Their line of 365 Foods...from nuts to mayonnaise to other condiments...all contain canola oil. Learn more about canola oil at beingbrigid.com/canola-oil/ #beingbrigid #wholefoods #wholefoods365 #canolaoil #oliveoil #cleaneats #healthyfats #hearthealth #healthyoils #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine
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The two oils that I recommend as staples in people's diets are extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil. They are both an awesome source of monounsaturated fats that are heart healthy, aid in blood sugar balance and provide a rich source of polyphenols that are anti-inflammatory. #beingbrigid #oliveoil #avocadooil #healthyfats #hearthealth #heartdisease #healthyoils #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine #mindbodygram #pegan #inflammation #healthycooking
The Genomic Kitchen combines nutrigenomics with the culinary arts in a unique way to help you choose, prepare and cook food that optimizes your long-term health. We call our work Culinary Genomics
How can you feed a healthy gut?! This is so key if you are bloated, anxious, constipated, brain fogged, and so many more symptoms that can manifest outside of the GI tract! The 100 trillion microbes living inside your gut microbiome are super receptive to optimal nutrition and lifestyle choices and less optimal choices. #guthealth #celiacdisease #leakygut #sibo #foodismedicine #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine #mindbodygram #eatgoodfeelgood #pegan #paleo #inflammation
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It appears in research that canola oil consumption may improve cholesterol levels. This is why it's endorsed by many health experts. On a deeper level, there are several other considerations to make when it comes to this rapeseed derived oil. Head to beingbrigid.com/canola-oil/ to learn more. #beingbrigid #canolaoil #healthyfats #hearthealth #healthyoils #functionalnutrition #functionalmedicine #mindbodygram #pegan #paleo #keto
The first RCT demonstrated improved outcomes of those with COVID when given vitamin D. ⚡️ The study included 76 patients with COVID-19. ⚡️ 50 of 76 patients were treated with vit D. ⚡️ 1 out of 50 patients (2%) with vit D were admitted to the ICU (2%) and 0 died. ⚡️ 13 out of 26 patients (50%) not given vit D were admitted to the ICU and 2 died. Ask your dr to test your 25-hydroxy vit D levels. Sources: sunshine, wild canned salmon, egg yolks, mushrooms, & a quality supplement (D3 + K1/K2)
Over the last 10–15 years, our understanding of the composition and functions of the human gut microbiota has increased exponentially. To a large extent, this has been due to new ‘omic’ technologies that have facilitated large-scale analysis of the genetic and metabolic profile of this microbial community, revealing it to be comparable in influence to a new organ in the body and offering the possibility of a new route for therapeutic intervention. Moreover, it might be more accurate to think of it like an immune system: a collection of cells that work in unison with the host and that can promote health but sometimes initiate disease. This review gives an update on the current knowledge in the area of gut disorders, in particular metabolic syndrome and obesity-related disease, liver disease, IBD and colorectal cancer. The potential of manipulating the gut microbiota in these disorders is assessed, with an examination of the latest and most relevant evidence relating to antibiotics, probiotics, prebiotics, polyphenols and faecal microbiota transplantation.
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