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Ancient Bible Foods vs Modern Science

Ancient Bible Foods vs Modern Science

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 Scripture passagesEzekiel 4:9 (the “six-grain bread” verse). Bible GatewayDeuteronomy 8:8 (the “Seven Species”). Bible GatewayNumbers 13:23 (grapes, pomegranates, and figs). Bible GatewayComplete-protein logic (grains + legumes) and sproutingFAO/WHO Expert Consultation on protein quality (PDCAAS → DIAAS). FAOHome+1“Complementarity of Amino Acids in Cooked Pulse–Cereal Blends” (Nutrients, 2021). PMC“Sprouted Grains: A Comprehensive Review” (Nutrients, 2019) — phytase & mineral availability. PubMed+1Honey: wounds & cough (plus infant safety)“Honey in Wound Healing: An Updated Review” (2021). PMC“Honey for URTI symptoms: systematic review & meta-analysis” (BMJ EBM, 2021). BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine+1CDC: Do not give honey to infants under 12 months (botulism prevention). CDC+1Grapes & pomegranates: heart markersPomegranate consumption lowers systolic/diastolic BP (2024 meta-analysis of RCTs). PubMedGrape polyphenols: modest BP reduction (meta-analysis). PMCGrape products: improvements in LDL/oxidized-LDL (meta-analysis). PubMedUrolithin A (gut-derived from pomegranate ellagitannins): randomized human trials. PMC+1Figs & dates: digestion and glycemiaFig paste for functional constipation (8-week RCT). PubMedDates’ glycemic index in healthy and T2D subjects (Nutrition Journal, 2011). PMCAlmonds with carbs blunt post-meal glucose (dose-response trial). PubMedExtra-virgin olive oil: near-term labs and long-term outcomesHigh-phenolic EVOO → lower LDL oxidation (EUROLIVE; Ann Intern Med). ACP JournalsEVOO polyphenols improve HDL function (ATVB RCT, 2014). AHA JournalsMediterranean diet + EVOO lowers major cardiovascular events (PREDIMED, republished 2018). New England Journal of MedicineOleocanthal’s “ibuprofen-like” activity (Nature). NatureEU/EFSA permitted health claim: olive-oil polyphenols help protect LDL from oxidation (conditions apply). European Food Safety Authority+1Salt, potassium, and iodineWHO sodium guidance (≤2,000 mg/day for adults). World Health OrganizationAmerican Heart Association on sodium limits and where most sodium hides. www.heart.orgSalt Substitute and Stroke Study (SSaSS; NEJM 2021): K-salt mix lowered stroke/CV events. New England Journal of MedicineNIH ODS: iodized salt and thyroid health; note many specialty salts are not iodized. Office of Dietary Supplements
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