We Are What We Eat: Pay The Farmer Not The Pharmacy

Meera & Ashok Vasudevan
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We Are What We Eat: Pay The Farmer Not The Pharmacy

Meera & Ashok Vasudevan bring 50+ years of experience as leaders in the Plant-based & Natural Food industry. In this timely podcast series, they show you how to unleash the magic in your kitchen with evidence-based tips & tricks that improve digestion, enhance gut health, build immunity and provide simple solutions to affordable wellness. Pay the farmer, not the pharmacy. Brought to you by CSAW, the Centre for the Spread of Affordable Wellness (www.csaw.co). Get in touch at social@csaw.co. For more, check out www.veggieit.com

  1. 25/01/2021

    Obesity: Let’s not be alarmist but get the facts on the risks

    There is too much alarmist surround sound on obesity. Yes, it can be problematic but before we jump to “cure” here’s some good news. Recent research shows there is no increased risk of mortality from obesity if other metabolic factors are in check, like BP, blood sugar, cholesterol. The risk of obesity related complications are further mitigated by exercise.Join us today on a journey of some interesting factoids on food groups and how they can help deal with obesity.Find out more at www.csaw....

    8min

  2. 16/11/2020

    Bone Health & Nutrition

    Collagen, Calcium, Phosphorus, and Vitamin D are each crucial for bone health as we age. Collagen is the most abundant protein in our body that forms the scaffolding that gives our body its structure and strength. Calcium homeostasis is an even distribution of Calcium in the bones and is crucial for skeletal health. This process is aided by Phosphorus and Vitamin D that ensures the absorption of Calcium in our body. Vitamin C, amino acids, zinc and Copper are required for pro-coll...

    6min

  3. 09/11/2020

    Allergy, asthma and nutrition

    A very small dietary change can make a huge difference to the quality of our lives. Pollen, pets, dust mites and foods are common triggers for skin allergies and/or asthmatic episodes. Sometimes a hyperactive immune system triggers a battle between our antibodies and some foods, creating all the familiar allergy symptoms. Some allergies including eczema are alleviated by avoiding dairy, gluten, peanuts, eggs, honey and highly processed foods. Some of these are easy to identify throu...

    6min

  4. 02/11/2020

    Migraine: Awareness of triggers is half the battle won.

    For those who suffer it, migraines are a painful, unexpected & debilitating condition. They are often genetic with no known cure. Common triggers are stress, lack of sleep, hormonal changes, alcohol, hunger etc. There is not enough evidence that some foods can cure migraines. Results widely vary from person to person. For instance, coffee is known to help some, harm others. So, what is one to do?Find out more at www.csaw.co/blog.php

    6min

  5. 06/10/2020

    Cuisines of South-East Asia | Part 2

    The bustling hawker centers, food carts and street stalls are a major source of the wafting aromas of South east Asian cuisine across the region. Deeply influenced by Chinese, Indian and Islamic culinary traditions, Malaysian food is both a melting pot and a distinctive mosaic with a cornucopia of colors, tastes and flavors. In turn, Malaysia has lent its influence to the uniquely Peraaaa nakan cuisine of Singapore. Also known as Nyonya, it is a blend of Chinese, Malay and Javanese cuisi...

    5min

  6. 14/09/2020

    Healing food systems known for centuries

    The Incas, Mayans, ancient Chinese, Indians, Mediterraneans had long ago figured out that “we are what we eat”, and correspondingly built up a staggering knowledge of plants, nutrition and their impact on our wellness. In many ways scientists today are still playing catch up as they point out goodness of chemicals & molecules in foods through “analysis”, “evidence-based science” and “observation”. This newsletter is committed to providing you evidence-based tips that will uncov...

    7min

  7. 09/09/2020

    The Mediterranean Miracle: Hiding in plain sight

    Studies have proven beyond doubt that the Mediterranean diet reduces risks of Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, diabetes, cancer and even lowers the risk of death from cardiovascular disease and stroke. Wow! When we think of the expression “Kitchen Pharmacy” it is difficult to find a better example. The Mediterranean Diet though, is more than just about food. It’s a way of life. People there eat better and live healthier lives than almost anywhere on the planet. Let’s look at both today- their f...

    6min

  8. 24/08/2020

    Reversing diabetes through nutrition

    It is impractical to count the daily calories we eat. So, the recommended daily allowance (RDA) of 2000 to 2500 calories/day is largely anecdotal. Also, it is crucial where these calories come from: simple carbs or complex carbs, plant or animal proteins, saturated or unsaturated fats. And computing this is equally hard.So, the effective regimen is to start from our everyday baseline and make incremental changes to both quantity and quality of calories in our food. Even if we start our new re...

    8min
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Meera & Ashok Vasudevan bring 50+ years of experience as leaders in the Plant-based & Natural Food industry. In this timely podcast series, they show you how to unleash the magic in your kitchen with evidence-based tips & tricks that improve digestion, enhance gut health, build immunity and provide simple solutions to affordable wellness. Pay the farmer, not the pharmacy. Brought to you by CSAW, the Centre for the Spread of Affordable Wellness (www.csaw.co). Get in touch at social@csaw.co. For more, check out www.veggieit.com

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