Real World Nutrition News You Can Use
There is a lot of misinformation about nutrition. And nothing in this field is black-or-white, yes-or-no, but many shades of gray and a lot of “it depends.” So, my goal is to help clear up some of that misinformation with some snark, entertainment, and facts (with some opinion thrown in).
Many of these topics come from interactions with the public, friends, clients, and students. I see sheer misinformation about the science of nutrition, and I do my best to clear things up one blog post at a time.
If you have a topic you are wondering about, let me know.
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Who’s Umami?
Learn about umami, the elusive fifth taste that enhances the flavors of your favorite dishes. Explore its sources, benefits, and why it's essential in global cuisines.
Who’s Umami?
Many people grew up to know about the four tastes: sweet, sour, bitter, and salty. But did you know about the fifth taste? It has always been there along with the other four, but most people still don’t know about this fifth one. Since most of us can identify something sweet (sugar), sour (lemon), bitter (coffee), and salty (salt). The fifth taste is more challenging to describe.