Nutrition Made Simple!
The science of healthy eating broken down... in bite-size pieces. Myth-busting. Fact-checking.Tasty, healthy food doesn't need to be complicated. Whether mediterranean, omnivore, pescaterian, vegetarian, vegan, keto, low carb or high carb, healthy nutrition can be simple and fun.Nutrition Made Simple and Dr. Carvalho have no sponsors, affiliate deals or any ties to pharmaceutical or any other industry. Our content is fully independent.All business inquiries please note: Our policy is to eschew all for-profit arrangements (sponsorships, affiliate deals, discount codes etc). We are unable to partner with any brands or products. We hope you understand. Remaining independent and...
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Butter vs Vegetable Oil, effect on DEATH | Brand New Study
<p>New study pits butter against vegetable oils like olive, canola or soybean and reports risk of death. Media headlines went wild, but what's the actual science?<br><br>Uploaded 10-03-25<br><br>Connect with me:<br>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGilCarvalho/<br>Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritionMadeS3<br>Animations: Even Topland @toplandmedia<br><br>References:<br>New study:<br>https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/2831265<br><br>Fats used to cook in 0.5M people:<br>https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12916-021-01961-2<br><br>Food frequency questionnaire:<br>https://biolincc.nhlbi.nih.gov/media/studies...
Is moderate alcohol heart-healthy? | Fact vs Myth
<p>Is moderate alcohol good for the heart? A recent study sent shockwaves through the medical community. A look at the fascinating science of alcohol and cardiovascular disease.<br><br>Uploaded 11-04-22<br><br>Connect with me:<br>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGilCarvalho/<br>Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritionMadeS3<br>Animations: Even Topland @toplandmedia<br><br>References:<br>https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(18)30134-X/fulltext<br>https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama/fullarticle/188329<br>https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa1817591<br>https://www.nytimes.com/2022/03/29/health/alcohol-drinking-heart.html<br>https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease...
Are Scientists *WRONG* about fiber?
<p>Study shows constipated patients report improvements after REDUCING fiber (!!!). Have we been lied to all along?<br><br>Uploaded 17-02-25<br><br>Connect with me:<br>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGilCarvalho/<br>Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritionMadeS3<br>Animations: Even Topland @toplandmedia<br><br>References:<br>Case-series:<br>https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3435786/<br><br>Dyssynergic defecation and biofeedback therapy:<br>https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4087765/<br><br>Other related videos:<br>IBS: https://youtu.be/FdQexSS0lOg<br>Overcoming IBS: https://youtu.be/8ulyGr2JYww<br><br>Disclaimer: The...
Mediterranean diet vs Vegan? Which one’s better?
<p>Mediterranean diet vs Vegan diet. New study compares Mediterranean diet to a low fat vegan diet. A look at the features of the Mediterranean diet and how it compares to a vegan diet for weight loss and metabolic health.<br><br>Uploaded 08-03-21<br><br>Mediterranean diet or vegan? Which one’s better?<br>new clinical trial compared a Mediterranean diet to a low fat vegan diet <br>Both are rich in fruits and vegetables. study: “Mediterranean and vegan diets are variations on a theme: one favors plant-based foods; the other consists of plant products exclusively”<br>low fat ve...
Does frozen food lose nutrition? Fresh vs Frozen
<p>Subscribe for more free nutrition and health tips: https://bit.ly/2toMJ9u<br><br>Uploaded 27-02-20<br><br>Join the Nutrition Made Simple Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DrGilCarvalho/<br><br>Link up with me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritionMadeS3<br><br>References:<br>fresh vs refrigerated vs frozen produce study:<br>www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0889157517300418<br><br>we have this general idea that Frozen food is less good. <br><br>this study looks at produce, fresh vs frozen<br><br>In most comparisons, there was no difference btw fresh and...
8 Foods That Actually Fix Your Gut (Not Probiotics)
<p>8 Foods I Eat as a Doctor for Gut Health<br><br>Uploaded 30-05-26<br><br>full IBS video: https://youtu.be/FdQexSS0lOg<br><br>Subscribe for more free nutrition and health tips: https://bit.ly/2toMJ9u<br><br>Connect with me:<br>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGilCarvalho/<br>Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritionMadeS3<br>IG:@gilcarvalho.md<br>TT:@nutrition.made.simple<br>Animations: Even Topland @toplandmedia<br><br>References:<br>Prunes https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/apt.12913<br>Stanford trial https://med.stanford.edu/nutrition/research/completed-studies/fefifo.html<br><br>Kefir<br>...
Why do we get plaque in Arteries but not in Veins?!? | The Scientific Explanation
<p>Why does atherosclerosis (plaque) appear in arteries but not in veins? And does this mean high cholesterol is not a risk factor? A look at what science has unveiled on the properties of arteries and veins that underlie this phenomenon.<br><br>Uploaded 24-07-23<br><br>Subscribe for more free nutrition and health tips: https://bit.ly/2toMJ9u<br><br>Connect with me:<br>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGilCarvalho/<br>Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritionMadeS3<br>Animations: Even Topland @toplandmedia<br><br>References:<br>1-https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26503410/<br>2-https://www.ahajournals.org/doi/10.1161...
Carbs or fat? Which is the enemy?
<p>Low carb or low fat? Countless fads and nutrition experts later, people are more confused than ever. Today we tackle this issue and clarify some misconceptions.<br><br>Uploaded 18-08-18<br><br>Healthy Carrot Cake recipe (adapted from http://www.healthyeatingprogram.info/www.harmonizedcookery.com//2016/06/whole-food-carrot-cake.html and https://plantbasedcookingshow.com/2018/05/07/refined-sugar-oil-and-gluten-free-vegan-carrot-cake/ to make it even healthier):<br>You will need:<br>• 1/2 cup walnuts<br>• 1/2 cup almonds<br>• 1/4 cup shredded coconut (optional)<br>• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract<br>• 1/2 cup dates, pitted<br>• 1/4 cup whole grain flour (oat or your choice)<br>• 1/2 teaspoon each: cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, and nutmeg<br>• 1 1/2 cups carrots, gr...
How to separate fact from fad | Good sources
<p>Subscribe for more free nutrition and health tips: https://bit.ly/2toMJ9u<br><br>Uploaded 27-04-19<br><br>full-length interview: <br>https://www.karinainkster.com/single-post/2019/04/09/NBSV-042-Dr-Gil-Carvalho-on-doctors-nutritional-education-long-term-health-effects-of-different-diets-and-how-to-distinguish-between-legitimate-research-and-BS<br><br>Disclaimer: The Information in this video is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, nor to replace medical care. The information presented herein is accurate and conforms to the available scientific evidence to the best of the author's knowledge as of the time of posting. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any...
Does Fasting raise risk of Death?? | Fact-checking headlines
<p>Headlines this week reported a link between Intermittent Fasting and 91% higher risk of dying of heart disease. Let´s look at the evidence and its implications. Does fasting raise risk of dying of cardiovascular disease?<br><br>Uploaded 25-03-24<br><br>Connect with me:<br>Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrGilCarvalho/<br>Twitter: https://twitter.com/NutritionMadeS3<br>Animations: Even Topland @toplandmedia<br><br>References and Additional Resources:<br><br>Poster: https://s3.amazonaws.com/cms.ipressroom.com/67/files/20242/8-h+TRE+and+mortality+AHA+poster_031924.pdf<br><br>Press release:<br>https://newsroom.heart.org/news/8-hour-time-restricted-eating-linked-to-a-91-higher-risk-of-cardiovascular-death<b...
