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Adults drinking less alcohol, more nonalcoholic drinks on offer FODMAPs may cause gluten sensitivity symptoms For people who can’t chew well – printed pureed food Here are links and summaries for recent news and opinion about food choices. Call for UK restaurants to label halal meat clearly May-9-14 London Evening Standard Restaurants and retailers today [...]

Thyroid Healthy by Suzy Cohen RPh (2014): Food list

Thyroid Healthy (2014) is a book that advises how to improve your thyroid health. Eat a paleo-like diet – low carbohydrate, gluten-free, high protein, vegetables, seaweed, real salt. Avoid processed foods, caffeine, alcohol, soy, vegetable oil. Limit cruciferous vegetables. Below is a description of the food recommendations in the diet.  What to eat  |  Foods [...]

Gut and Psychology Syndrome (2004/2010) is an extreme elimination/reintroduction diet designed as a natural treatment for behavioral and other issues. GAPS introduction diet – 6-stage introduction of basic foods. Full GAPS diet – Restrictive diet for about 2 years or until conditions have healed – unprocessed, grain-free, sugar-free, low-starch. Coming off the GAPS diet – [...]

In the USA, 10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse (raw green leafy vegetables in smoothies, high liquid cleanse) has had a boost in popularity and risen back to the top of the charts. Gluten-free Grain Brain, Wheat Belly, and Against All Grain remain popular along with paleo recipe books. In the UK, The Fast Diet (intermittent fasting) [...]

The Blood Sugar Solution 10-Day Detox Diet (2014) is an unprocessed, low-carb detox diet. Preparation phase: Come off caffeine, alcohol, sweetened beverages, and processed foods. 10-day detox: Eat unprocessed foods, no gluten, grains, dairy, or beans (basically a paleo diet). Transition phase: 3 alternative ways to transition out of the detox. Plan for life: unprocessed, [...]

In the USA, gluten-free Grain Brain has headed back to the top of the charts, and other gluten-free diet books remain popular, including Against All Grain and The How Can IT Be Gluten Free Cookbook. Paleo diets (including It Starts with Food and The Blood Sugar Solution 10-Day Detox Diet) are also popular, and they [...]

More people shop for 'non-GMO' than 'organic' Diet is becoming a dirty word, consumers prefer health and wellness Dieters are ditching low-calorie products for ‘more filling’ versions Fruit and veggies will become easier to get – New farm bill encourages fruit & vegetables, local, organic farming, and the food industry is trying to  make vegetables more [...]

10-Day Green Smoothie Cleanse (2014) is a 10-day detox/cleanse made up of green leafy veggies, fruit, and water. 10-day cleanse – either full (green smoothies and light snacks) or modified (green smoothies and snacks and a non-smoothie meal a day). Continuing to lose weight / lifetime diet – unprocessed, lots of produce, healthy fats, low [...]

The Doctor’s Diet (2014) is an unprocessed, moderate-portion diet in 3 stages. Low in sugar, simple carbohydrates, unhealthy fats, and sodium. Moderate amounts of lean protein, healthy fats, and whole grains. Generous amounts of fiber-rich vegetables, legumes, and fruits. Real foods, not processed foods. Meal Plan Equations for each phase, allowing for flexibility in eating [...]

The Belly Fat Diet by John Chatham (2012): Food list

The Belly Fat Diet (2012) is a diet designed to reduce belly fat. Eat frequently, and include a protein or high-fiber food in every meal and snack. Don’t overeat – eat until you are satisfied, not stuffed. Low-fat protein, vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, and oils. Limited whole grains, sweet treats, and beef. Cheat once a [...]