2021—the year of food and flu. Simultaneous to the rise in COVID cases was a rise in dietary advice, kitchen experiments, and healthy food. Every few days, newspapers, magazines, and social media would present to you the newest food trend or health fad that you have been missing out on. But one must bear in mind that any new trend needs to be vetted and the pros and cons must be well understood before you dive in. So, let me ease your effort and give you the low-down on health food trends that hit the mark and those that missed it.
Halim seeds: These seeds have been doing the internet rounds all of this year. Used as a natural galactagogue for ages, it increases milk production in lactating women and iron stores in the body. But most people miss one integral factor: it is a goitrogen, i.e., it interferes with the functioning of the thyroid glands. So, if you suffer from a thyroid disease or have a history of thyroid disease in the family, you must tread lightly.
Carbohydrate replacement: I have been dealing with the carbohydrate policing for a while now, but this year, the trend only grew stronger. Your wholegrains are either being cut out or swapped with other alternatives. For example, bell peppers have superseded toast. Now that simply doesn’t make sense. Always keep in mind that carbohydrates are good for you; they are the primary energy source for your brain, providing the much-needed fibre and satiation. So don’t go down the replacement route.
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