Asparagus
One of the most nutrient-dense vegetables per calorie, asparagus supplies folate, vitamin K and inulin prebiotic fibre for gut and heart health.
22 June 2026
THE COLLECTION
Archives: Foods
Every entry in this collection — sourced, checked and written to be read.
Brussels Sprouts
Miniature cabbages with vitamin K, vitamin C and glucosinolates — the same anti-cancer compounds that make all cruciferous vegetables valuable.
22 June 2026
Cauliflower
Versatile, low-calorie and high in vitamin C and glucosinolates, cauliflower is a genuine multi-purpose vegetable for low-carb and anti-inflammatory eating.
22 June 2026
Dark Chocolate (70–85%)
High-cocoa chocolate is genuinely rich in minerals and flavanols linked to blood pressure and cognition — in modest portions.
12 June 2026
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
The cornerstone fat of the Mediterranean diet, with monounsaturated fat and polyphenols supported by the PREDIMED trial.
12 June 2026
Cinnamon
One of the most studied spices for blood-sugar regulation, cinnamon’s cinnamaldehyde and procyanidins improve insulin sensitivity in people with metabolic syndrome.
12 June 2026
Ginger
Ginger’s active compounds — gingerols, shogaols and paradols — are among the best-studied plant anti-inflammatory agents, with strong nausea evidence.
12 June 2026
Turmeric
Curcumin is the most studied natural anti-inflammatory compound outside of drugs, but bioavailability is poor without black pepper and fat.
12 June 2026
Kefir
A fermented milk drink with a far more diverse probiotic profile than yoghurt, supported by a Stanford trial showing increased microbiome diversity.
12 June 2026
Cottage Cheese
11 g of protein per 100 g makes cottage cheese a favorite of athletes, especially as an evening snack.
12 June 2026
Greek Yogurt (plain, nonfat)
Straining yoghurt concentrates its protein to double that of regular yoghurt, with live cultures supporting the gut microbiome.
12 June 2026
Eggs
Eggs are the leading food source of choline, with complete protein, vitamin D and lutein — all in a cheap, versatile package.
12 June 2026