Health is a balancing act between your genes and your environment
Patrick is a regular contributor to the world’s largest online men’s magazine, AskMen.com.
I discuss a variety of topics covering fitness, nutrition, lifestyle and psychological wellness, predominantly through the lens of evolution and functional health.
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Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #22: IMITATION CRAB
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: It’s seafood, so we know it’s healthy because of the omega-3 fatty acids. It’s also an inexpensive source of protein, fairly low in calories and is quite tasty. Seems…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #20: FAT-FREE TREATS
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: The stance that a calorie is a calorie is a calorie, whether it comes from fat, protein or carbohydrates, is the driving force behind fat-free anything. Fat weighs in at nine…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #19: Frozen Yogurt
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: Everyone loves ice cream, but not the guilt or shame that follows. Fro-yo gives you that sugary, creamy hit without the calories of ice cream. WHY IT’S NOT: Ask anyone…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #18: DIET SODA
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: It has no calories and allows dieters to enjoy their soft drinks guilt-free. The classic way to lose weight has been to eat fewer calories than you burn, so drinking…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #17: MARGARINE
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: Advertised as a “heart-healthy” alternative to butter, margarine has been over-recommended for the past 50 years as a way to reduce our intake of saturated animal fat. Some…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #16: PROTEIN BARS
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: Proteins are associated with health, strength, vigour, and muscles. Those who want to eat more of it but don’t want to munch on a chicken breast at the gym find that protein…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #15: SUPERMARKET SUSHI
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: Sushi has an amazing reputation as a healthy meal. It’s light, contains whole foods — vegetables, seaweed and uncooked fish — and it’s absolutely delicious. WHY…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #14: CAESAR SALAD
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: A common entrée in restaurants, Caesar Salad seem to be enjoyed by those who usually hate salads. It’s creamy, crunchy and Parmesan-y, but it’s still salad. There is, after…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #13: GLUTEN-FREE PRODUCTS
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: Gluten has become the new enemy as evidence continues to emerge linking grain-based diets with a range of chronic health conditions. Not surprisingly, the market for…
Foods you think are healthy BUT AREN’T! #12: RICE CAKES
WHY WE THINK IT’S HEALTHY: These bland cardboard cut-outs were a dieter’s dream during the 1990s low-fat/low-calorie diet craze. As a snack food, they’ve helped us stay away from more unhealthy snacks…
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I teamed up with two world-class chefs and provided current scientific research behind some of today’s most popular superfoods. Despite the media hype, some foods do provide added physiological benefits beyond supplying nutrients. The recipes included here are some of the most delicious I’ve ever tasted!
This fantastic collection of academic papers explores the intersection between foods and medicines in traditional cultures. I wrote chapter 2 based on my research in Tibet. I explore the unique physiological adaptions of Tibetan Highlanders to their high altitude environment and how this could affect their ability to thrive on a diet high in fat and sodium, and low in fruits and vegetables.
Learn how to identify wild plants and how they were used traditionally as foods and medicines. Their modern pharmaceutical applications, methods of preparation and folkloric significance are also included! Don’t go hiking without this beautiful full-colour field guide from Lone Pine!
This e-book outlines the dietary strategies and science behind my nutrition recommendations. It includes our current understanding of the effects of dietary cholesterol, saturated fats, gluten, dairy, and sugar on health. Included are a week’s worth of wheat-free, dairy-free, soy-free and low carb meals! Download it for free!