Chris Kresser

Wildfires and Air Quality: Steps You Can Take

on October 18, 2017 by Chris Kresser 2 comments

The recent wildfires in California have been among the worst in the state’s history. Estimates suggest that wildfire-related property damage may reach an astounding $65 billion, with over 170,000 homes at some level of risk. Yet as devastating as that damage is, a lesser-known effect of wildfires is how they impact air quality—and thus health. These effects are not just seen in the immediate areas surrounding the fires, but tens and even hundreds of miles away. Read on to learn how to protect yourself and your family from the health impacts of wildfires.

To Poach, Sauté, or Microwave? That Is the Question.

on October 17, 2017 by Chris Kresser 7 comments

Check out the definitive guide to choosing cooking methods that maximize nutrient availability and minimize inflammation. Ever brought home fresh veggies from the farmers market and wondered how to cook them, or looked at the charred ends of a juicy steak and questioned if it was good for you? Luckily, food science has the answers. Read on to learn what the evidence says about various cooking methods, including which retain the most nutrients and which cause the most inflammation.

RHR: Can Your Paleo “Template” Include Grains & Legumes?

on October 10, 2017 by Chris Kresser 10 comments

In the conventional world, whole grains and legumes are viewed as universally beneficial. In the Paleo world, they’re viewed as inflammatory foods that should be avoided by everyone. Who is right? That’s the question I cover in this week’s podcast. It turns out that the answer isn’t as simple as dogma on either side of the debate suggests.

The Health Benefits of Saunas

on October 3, 2017 by Chris Kresser 29 comments

Saunas have been around for hundreds of years as a relaxing and therapeutic practice. The Finnish enjoy sauna baths weekly or more often—a custom that we might want to adopt. Read on to learn about the many health benefits of regular sauna use, both in healthy people and in patients with a variety of health conditions.

RHR: Candida—Hidden Epidemic or Fad Diagnosis?

on September 26, 2017 by Chris Kresser 14 comments

Candida is one of those polarizing topics in medicine. On the one hand, you’ve got the conventional medicine perspective, which holds that candida only causes problems in severely immunocompromised people—like patients with HIV/AIDS. On the other hand, you’ve got some people in the alternative medicine world that blame candida for everything and claim you can diagnose it accurately simply by spitting into a glass. Today I’ll share my experience with fungal overgrowth and how I treat it.

B12 deficiency: a silent epidemic with serious consequences

on May 6, 2011 by Chris Kresser 1,949 comments

B12 deficiency isn’t a bizarre, mysterious disease. But recent research suggests it’s far more common than previously believed.

Why You Should Think Twice About Vegetarian and Vegan Diets

on February 20, 2014 by Chris Kresser 1,861 comments

There are many reasons why people choose to go vegetarian or vegan. Some are compelled by the environmental impact of confinement animal feeding operations (CAFO). Others are guided by ethical concerns or religious reasons. I respect these reasons and appreciate anyone who thinks deeply about the social and spiritual impact of their food choices—even if my own exploration of these questions has led me to a different answer. But many choose a vegetarian diet is… Read More

Treat and Prevent UTIs Without Drugs

on September 28, 2012 by Chris Kresser 1,811 comments

Urinary tract infections (UTIs), which are infections anywhere along the urinary tract including the bladder and kidneys, are the second most common type of infection in the United States. (1) These infections can be caused by poor hygiene, impaired immune function, the overuse of antibiotics, the use of spermicides, and sexual intercourse. The most common cause, accounting for about 90 percent of all cases, is the transfer of E. coli bacteria from the intestinal tract… Read More

SIBO—What causes it and why it’s so hard to treat.

on November 4, 2014 by Chris Kresser 1,196 comments

This is a guest post written by staff clinician Amy Nett, MD. The normal small bowel, which connects the stomach to the large bowel, is approximately 20 feet long. Bacteria are normally present throughout the entire gastrointestinal tract, but in varied amounts. Relatively few bacteria normally live in the small bowel (less than 10,000 bacteria per milliliter of fluid) when compared with the large bowel, or colon (at least 1,000,000,000 bacteria per milliliter of fluid).… Read More

The Acid-Alkaline Myth: Part 1

on June 21, 2013 by Chris Kresser 1,185 comments

Many of you have probably heard of the ‘alkaline diet’. There are a few different versions of the acid-alkaline theory circulating the internet, but the basic claim is that the foods we eat leave behind an ‘ash’ after they are metabolized, and this ash can be acid or alkaline (alkaline meaning more basic on the pH scale). According to the theory, it is in our best interest to make sure we eat more alkaline foods… Read More

Grain-, Gluten-, and Guilt-Free Pancakes

on May 19, 2016 by Chris Kresser 105 comments

If you love pancakes but are on a gluten-free diet and are tired of eating pancakes that taste like cardboard and have a texture like hockey pucks, check out this recipe!

Recipe: Creamy Chicken Stew

on January 11, 2016 by Chris Kresser 3 comments

This stew is quickly prepared if you have cooked chicken breasts on hand. Make it the night before and it’ll be ready for breakfast.

Recipe: Homemade Tandoori Masala Spice Mix

on December 28, 2015 by Chris Kresser 6 comments

Tandoori Masala is a spice mix that is used as a marinade for roast chicken in Northern Indian and Pakistani cuisine. It’s easily available in stores but commercial brands often have gluten and MSG included as additives.

Recipe: Curried Celeriac with Eggs

on December 14, 2015 by Chris Kresser 0 comments

What if huevos rancheros took a trip to India? They’d probably taste a lot like the spicy eggs in this recipe. If you like a milder taste, just tone down the chili powder and cayenne. This dish is excellent on its own or can be served with sausage, bacon, or any leftover meat.

Recipe: Simple Thai Green Curry Paste

on November 30, 2015 by Chris Kresser 3 comments

Store bought Thai curry paste can be blistering hot, as it is often made with Thai bird chili peppers. Serrano chilis can be used instead and this simple recipe let’s you adjust the heat to your liking.

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