Food4Thought San Diego

04/24/2026

For the Foodies- the best new restaurants in SD for 2026...enjoy!!

San Diego is having a year. 2026 is tracking toward 80+ restaurant and bar openings across the county - from nationally recognized names planting flags in

02/16/2026

Is gut health related to bone loss??

The various tissues of the skeletal system are intricately connected to the health of multiple body systems, including the gastrointestinal track and the gut microbiome. Bone-related disorders such as osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and osteoarthritis have been associated with dysbiosis of gut microbiota1,2 while an increased prevalence and development risk of osteoporosis or low bone mineral density has been reported in patients with chronic diseases such as inflammatory bowel disease.3,4 From nutrient absorption and metabolite synthesis to immunomodulation and regulatory hormones, a healthy intestinal microbiome influences bone homeostasis,5,6 and if the bone remodeling cycle is imbalanced, with resorption rates outpacing formation, an impaired gut may be involved. How can healthy diets that include fiber and a variety of prebiotic foods not only support gut balance and beneficial microbiota but also help optimize bone health?

01/29/2026

ICYMI- good news!

Dairy is generally considered anti-inflammatory for most people and does not promote chronic inflammation, according to studies. While often believed to be inflammatory, research indicates dairy consumption can reduce inflammation, especially with fermented products like yogurt. It is only typically pro-inflammatory for those with milk allergies.

Key details:
Anti-inflammatory effects: Dairy contains compounds that may help manage or reduce chronic inflammation.
Fermented products: Items like kefir and yogurt are particularly beneficial due to probiotics.

Exceptions: People with dairy allergies or intolerances (e.g., lactose intolerance) may experience inflammation or digestive issues.
Overall evidence: A review of 52 clinical trials concluded that dairy products generally have anti-inflammatory activity.
It is important to note that full-fat dairy can still be part of a healthy diet, and the inflammatory, or lack thereof, properties are not solely dependent on the fat content.
Dairy products and inflammation: A review of the clinical evidence
Aug 13, 2017 — Here, we report a systematic review of 52 clinical trials investigating inflammatory markers in relation to the consumption of dai...

National Institutes of Health (NIH) | (.gov)
Full article: Dairy products and inflammation: A review of the clinical evidence
May 1, 2017 — The review's limitations include: * The methodological landscape is heterogeneous * Inflammation is a complex phenomenon that cann...

Taylor & Francis Online

01/15/2026

I do love this one- quite an improvement from 7-11 servings of grains (sorry pasta freaks) with more protein. calcuium and low carb friendly veggies and good fats. Be well and enjoy full fat dairy!!