Category: Dietary theory

In 2008, journalist Michael Pollan’s influential book, *In Defense of Food*, introduced a wide audience to the term nutritionism, an ideology that reduces the value of food to its constituent nutrients. This perspective has profoundly influenced modern dietary habits and the food industry, shifting focus from whole, unprocessed foods to isolated nutritional components.

According to the highly controversial Blood Type Diet, individuals with type B blood are advised to avoid eating chicken due to its supposed negative effects on their health. This theory posits that a specific protein in chicken can cause issues like immune problems and stroke in type B individuals, but this claim is not supported by mainstream medical science.

Despite the popularity of the 'Eat Right for Your Type' diet, which suggests specific food restrictions for blood type O individuals, scientific research has found no evidence to validate these claims. We delve into what not to eat if you are o-negative, based on this unproven theory, and provide a critical analysis of its recommendations.

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), fish is typically considered a cooling food, though classifications can vary by species. The concept of 'hot' and 'cold' foods does not refer to their temperature but rather their energetic effects on the body, a distinction that often confuses those relying on modern nutritional science. The answer to "is fish a hot or cold protein?" depends entirely on the health framework you consult.