Soya benefits

Soya has only been a common part of the Western diet for around 60 years. Soy products include soy milk, soy burgers and soy-based meat replacements, tofu tempeh, miso and soya sauce.

Soya has also been linked to a lower risk of heart disease compared to other diets. It's a good source of protein, unsaturated fatty acids, B vitamins, fiber, iron, calcium, and zinc.

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Pros and Cons of the Mediterranean Diet

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If you're looking for a diet that's backed by science, the Mediterranean diet is clearly a winner. This eating pattern, embraced by countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and other chronic diseases. Not only is it nutritious, but it emphasizes flavorful meals over restriction.

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Pros of the Mediterranean Diet

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General Nutrition. It encourages a variety of nutrient-dense foods.
Heart Health. It is associated with reduced risk of coronary heart disease, heart attack and...

Cons of the Mediterranean Diet

Cost. Some consumers do worry about the cost of including fish regularly.
Additional Guidance May Be Necessary for Diabetes. Because there is an emphasis on grains, fruits, and vegetables (including starchy vegetables), meals may be high in carbohydrates.
Restrictions May Feel Challenging. This diet recommends reducing red meat and added sugar consumption.
Concerns About Alcohol Intake. Some experts raise concerns about regular alcohol intake (particularly wine).

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Is it better to drink cow's milk or a dairy-free alternative?

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As the only animal to drink the milk of another species, humans have an unusual relationship with the white stuff. Most other animals are weaned off milk in infancy, once we start to need more complex foods. So why do humans keep drinking it?

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Nutrients in cow's milk

Cow’s milk is a good source of:

Protein
Calcium
Vitamin B12
Iodine
Magnesium, which is essential for bone development and muscle function.

Calcium intake

If children between one and three consume half a pint of milk, they will consume enough calcium for healthy bone development.
Calcium is crucial during our adolescence for the development of bone strength. If you don't get enough calcium in your teenage years, you run a higher risk of bone weakness.
For adults, research is conflicting on whether cow's milk helps to keep bones healthy.

Hormones in cow's milk

The estrogen levels of cows increase 20-fold when they are pregnant. Although one study linked estrogen levels to breast, ovarian and uterine cancers, ingesting hormones through cow's milk is no cause for concern.

Researchers found estrogen levels only affect the reproductive systems in mice when supplemented with 100 times the levels found in cow's milk.

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A high-carb diet may explain why Okinawans live so long

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The search for the "elixir of youth" has spanned centuries and continents - but recently, the hunt has centred on the Okinawa Islands, which stretch across the East China Sea. Not only do the older inhabitants enjoy the longest life expectancy of anyone on Earth, but the vast majority of those years are lived in remarkably good health too.

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300% more centerians in Okinawa

68 per 100,000 people.

It’s not that they live long lives, but also healthy lives too, which lead to the proposal that thei...

The Okinawan diet

It's high on carbohydrates, low in protein and in calories.

Okinawans eat an abundance of green and yellow vegetables – such as the bitter melon – and various soy products. Although they do eat pork, fish and other meats, these are typically a small component of their overall consumption, which is mostly plant-based foods.

The Okinawan Ratio

The optimum ratio is 10 parts carb to one part protein (10:1) and is found in the Okinawan diet.

It is quite the opposite of current popular diets that advocate a high protein, low carb diet. We belive carbs are bad, but Okinawa diet is providing counter evidence.