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You are here: Home / Nutrition / 2019 Food Trends: What You Need to Know

May 14, 2019

2019 Food Trends: What You Need to Know

The past year has brought about many new nutrition trends: coconut oil by the tablespoon, celery juice for breakfast, matcha flavored everything, golden coffee and tea, and CBD tinctures. What is worth taking and what should you approach with caution? My dietetic intern Emily analyzed five nutrition trends over the past year, sharing some tips and advice to keep in mind. (Hint: the answer is always variety and real food!) 

five food and nutrition trends for 2019

1. LOCO FOR COCO

Coconut oil has been at the forefront of nutrition trends over the past several years. It has been hailed for its anti-inflammatory effects from the presence of lauric acid, its natural moisturizing abilities, its anti-microbial properties, and its stability when cooking at high temperatures. Although coconut oil does have some really great properties and health benefits, it is still a saturated fat and here is what you need to know:

TREND ADVICE

  • Any saturated fat in excess can lead to high LDL and low HDL levels, wreaking havoc on your cardiovascular system. Consume in moderation just as you would any other saturated fat
  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil provides significantly more polyphenol antioxidants than coconut oil. Try interchanging the two reap all of the benefits.
  • Try using virgin coconut oil. This is made from fresh coconut oil and will retain more of is beneficial properties.

2. A STALK A DAY

The celery juice trend claims it can lower blood glucose, lipid levels, and increase the number of antioxidants to fight cancer. Yes, celery does contain antioxidants such as flavonoids and polyphenols, but how much juice does one need to drink to make this claim legit? The jury is still out. Here is what you need to know:

TREND ADVICE

  • Our juicing machines are our stomachs. Eating the stalk is just as beneficial and it provides more roughage.
  • Eat a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. One food source alone is not the answer.
  • Celery Juice does provide the body with a lot of vitamins and minerals, but it is not a magical potion. Drink for enjoyment and its added benefits!

3. MATCHA ME

Like coconut oil, matcha has also taken a seat at the forefront of trends. The green powder is not only used in beverages, but now is being added to desserts and baked goods. It is used as a cancer fighting and weight loss agent, a detoxifier, an anti-anxiety remedy and so much more. As part of the green tea family, it does offer benefits, but to what extent? Here is what you need to know:

TREND ADVICE

  • The green tea is high in polyphenols and catechins, such as EGCG. This does provide the body with significant antioxidant activity, but it is important to also incorporate a variety of foods into your diet to provide your body with primary, secondary, and tertiary antioxidant activity levels.
  • An 8-ounce cup of matcha contains 170mg of caffeine. While this may not be as much as coffee, it is still important to know when decided to consume a lot of this tea.
  • Matcha is not going to detoxify your entire body. No food has the power to do this and this is why we have a liver.
  • Sustainable weight loss should come from a healthy lifestyle, incorporating exercise and variety of different whole foods in the diet. Enjoy matcha as addition to your avocado toast, but don’t look at it as a quick fix.

4. GOLDEN TRUTHS

The “golden” coffee trend has put turmeric in the lime light. The antioxidant in turmeric, curcumin, is thought to treat a variety of different health conditions. Is adding a little bit of turmeric to your smoothie, cup of joe’, or tea making a difference? Maybe or maybe not. Here is what you need to know:

TREND ADVICE

  • There are no guidelines for how much turmeric you should be ingesting or what specific amount is needed to benefit health.
  • Try adding turmeric to your meals for enjoyment, such as chicken curry, you get to eat a great meal AND get some of those benefits. Win-win – like turmeric granola!
  • Don’t get to obsessed over one spice or herb. Incorporate a variety into your diet to increase health benefits and receive several different antioxidants.

5. HIGH ON CBD

CBD, a compound derived from the industrial hemp plant, has hit the ground running claiming to have incredible anti-inflammatory properties as well as a host of other benefits. You can find it as a tincture, in gummies, and other forms. As this is a fairly new concept, more studies need to be completed to understand its effects on health and if it can be used in the medicinal world.

TREND ADVICE

  • Not all products are created equal. Research the product and the company to know that it is quality.
  • The FDA does not regulate the production of CBD oil. Again, do your research.
  • Consult a healthcare provider if you are taking medications for other health issues as CBD oil may cause interactions.

What are some trends that you have found beneficial or completely crazy over the past year?

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  1. Shana says

    May 14, 2019 at 7:50 am

    Any food that comes with a media “halo” around it works my nerves. I’m vegan and even the vegan health movement is starting to bother me. It is unethical and dangerous to report that any one diet or any one food has magical properties and is essentially the cure to death. I really like the practicality of this post-you’re not condemning food trends but you’re pragmatic about your approach to it. All food fits! But we don’t need to put all of our eggs in one basket, so to speak (pun intended!).

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    • KathEats says

      May 14, 2019 at 8:39 am

      Agree!

      Reply
  2. Amanda says

    May 14, 2019 at 7:50 am

    I’m curious about the collagen trend. I have several family members who have been adding it to their coffee?!

    Reply
    • Sara says

      May 14, 2019 at 9:33 am

      Me too!!

      Reply
      • RJ says

        May 14, 2019 at 10:38 am

        I’d love more info on collagen as well!

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        • Elizabeth says

          May 14, 2019 at 9:02 pm

          Me three!

          Reply
  3. Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog says

    May 14, 2019 at 7:57 am

    I keep hearing about CBD – seems like it’s everywhere now, in our skincare, in our food! It’s crazy! I’m not really one to follow trends, but it’s interesting to see people experimenting with it!

    Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
    http://charmainenyw.com

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  4. Chef Hannah says

    May 14, 2019 at 10:33 am

    The entire celery plant is called the “stalk”. “Ribs” are what we break off to use in cooking and juicing. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Amy Henning says

    May 14, 2019 at 12:58 pm

    “That’s what your liver is for.” Haha so true!

    Do you have any thoughts on MCT oil or butter coffee? Not exactly a 2019 trend, but still interesting!

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      May 14, 2019 at 2:17 pm

      They are all fats – just like half and half – and I think fat enhances coffee’s flavor. So it just depends on which kind of fat you like in your coffee. I don’t think any one of them is magical.

      Reply
  6. B says

    May 14, 2019 at 4:21 pm

    Any thoughts on silica water?

    Reply
  7. Sarah says

    May 14, 2019 at 9:17 pm

    It seems like everyone I know is trying to go keto now, which seems like an unsustainably bad idea. Thoughts on keto? I thought for sure this was going to be one of the 2019 trends.

    Reply
    • KathEats says

      May 15, 2019 at 7:07 am

      It actually was one of our original ideas but I did not want the keto community down my throat 🙂 I think there are very few people who can do a keto diet and be happy forever. Most of the people doing it are just following the latest diet trend and will realize it’s not very sustainable for long-term happiness. That said, some people find they feel great without carbs and I think there’s usually a metabolic explanation for that specific to them.

      Reply
  8. KathB says

    May 14, 2019 at 9:34 pm

    I’d love more info on collagen as well!

    Reply
  9. Chelsea says

    May 15, 2019 at 3:25 pm

    CBD is also still very illegal in some states–that should be the biggest thing to look out for!

    Reply

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