Without doubt, a paleo-ish diet is unrivalled when it comes to shedding body fat and improving health. I often get asked, however, whether this way of eating can be followed if your aim is to gain weight? The answer is a resounding yes! A paleoish diet is excellent for building muscle for several reasons: It …
In the first part of this post, I looked at alcohol consumption in general, and how moderate drinking might affect long term health and longevity. After looking at the research, it certainly seems clear that some moderate alcohol consumption (up to 2 glasses per day), will certainly not impair your health – On the contrary, …
Diet Debates: Can moderate alcohol consumption be good for you? (Part 2) Read More »
One of the questions I get asked the most frequently is whether alcohol consumption is compatible with healthy living, and if so, what types are best, and how much is acceptable? Is red wine the ultimate tipple, or can can grain based fermented beverages (aka beer) play a role? Although alcohol is often demonised within …
Diet Debates: Is moderate alcohol consumption good for health? (Part 1) Read More »