Dietetics & Human Nutrition Undergraduate Society

How often do you see products marketed as able to modify your gut bacteria, promoting “good bacteria” that will improve your overall health? The role of the gut microbiota in health and disease has been used as a marketing tool not only by the food industry through functional foods, but also in pharmaceuticals with the development of probiotic supplements. Indeed, the parallel between gut microbiota and health has become a hot topic in research, with a recent focus on the pot

Nearly 2 billion people around the world in countries such as Africa, Latin America and Asia consume bugs as a part of their daily diet. The term entomophagy simply refers to the practice of eating insects. A shift towards entomophagy both meets our protein demands and also saves valuable resources. Currently food agriculture is one of the largest contributors to global warming. Compared to farm animals, insects have a small ecological footprint. They require less water, feed

Welcome back, everyone! As the temperature begins to drop, this means less going out and a whole lot of hibernating. And while it may be easier to just put together your favourite chili, why not test your kitchen skills? For those interested in trying new cuisines, this one’s for you. Korean tteokkochi aka Korean rice cakes; they’re crispy, chewy, sweet and make the PERFECT snack. Luckily, tteokkochi (as well as many other Korean dishes) can be made vegan! Local supermarkets

Sweet chili tofu stir fry is a delicious meal to prepare if you’re in a rush. This flavourful recipe is very high in vitamin A & C, high in folate & magnesium and provides a good source of dietary fibre. Makes 4 servings Preparation Time: 15 min Cooking Time: 12 min Here’s what you’ll need: 5 oz Firm tofu, cut into thin strips ¾ cup Sliced onion 1 cup Broccoli ¾ cup Sugar snap peas, trimmed ½ cup Julienned red bell pepper ½ cup Vegetable broth or water ¼ cup Sweet chili sauc