Sherlock's Food Files
Food Sherlock: Searching for clues between food, myths and molecules
Welcome to the secret files of Food Sherlock – where we search for the fingerprint behind the supposedly healthy smoothie and uncover the truth behind vitamin pills.
Hardly any other area is as densely paved with half-truths as the world of nutrition. Superfoods with superpowers, miracle cures in capsules, detox weeks that supposedly cure everything – but what's behind all this? And what is simply clever marketing in disguise?
Detective work begins where marketing ends
With a keen eye, a healthy dose of skepticism, and scientific intuition, we delve into the world of nutrients, supplements, and biochemical processes. We examine studies, dissect statements, and shed light on the darkness – always with the goal of being understandable, well-founded, and free of technical jargon.
Biochemistry for everyone – without a magnifying glass
Nutrition is more than just counting calories. Every bite triggers a complex interplay of enzymes, hormones, and cellular mechanisms in the body – almost like a well-timed crime scene. And us? We'll tell you how this case unfolds – vividly, in everyday terms, and always with an eye for the essentials.
What awaits you in Sherlock's Food Files?
🔎 Myths under the microscope: We show what really lies behind popular nutrition trends.
🧪 Dietary supplements under scrutiny: useful or simply a gimmick?
🧬 Biochemistry for the curious: Explained in an understandable way – from digestion to cellular energy.
💊 Food meets medicine: Where food and medicine (not always) go well together.
🧠 Health topics beyond food: Because sometimes the trail leads to other exciting corners of the body.
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Sherlock's Food Files

From photo film to beauty shake – the amazing c...
Collagen is ubiquitous today: in powders, drinks, capsules, and creams. It promises firm skin, healthy joints, and youthful vitality. But how did an inconspicuous structural protein suddenly become a lifestyle...
From photo film to beauty shake – the amazing c...
Collagen is ubiquitous today: in powders, drinks, capsules, and creams. It promises firm skin, healthy joints, and youthful vitality. But how did an inconspicuous structural protein suddenly become a lifestyle...

LDL cholesterol, toxins and cardiovascular dise...
LDL cholesterol has been called "bad cholesterol" for decades. Textbooks consider it the primary cause of atherosclerosis and heart attacks. But this simple explanation doesn't stand up to critical scrutiny....
LDL cholesterol, toxins and cardiovascular dise...
LDL cholesterol has been called "bad cholesterol" for decades. Textbooks consider it the primary cause of atherosclerosis and heart attacks. But this simple explanation doesn't stand up to critical scrutiny....

Objective? Critical? Or just marketing: How Ave...
Many nutritional supplement brands today promise to provide "objective" and "critical" information on health topics. At first glance, this sounds trustworthy—especially in a market full of exaggerations and myths. But...
Objective? Critical? Or just marketing: How Ave...
Many nutritional supplement brands today promise to provide "objective" and "critical" information on health topics. At first glance, this sounds trustworthy—especially in a market full of exaggerations and myths. But...

UHT milk: The lost nutritional value – a search...
In the Alpine region – in Switzerland, Austria, South Tyrol, and Bavaria – milk stands for authenticity, tradition, and an unadulterated quality of life. But what happens when we find...
UHT milk: The lost nutritional value – a search...
In the Alpine region – in Switzerland, Austria, South Tyrol, and Bavaria – milk stands for authenticity, tradition, and an unadulterated quality of life. But what happens when we find...

Cola Zero & Co.: Sweeteners, intestinal flo...
Why “sugar-free” doesn’t mean “ineffective” Introduction Coke Zero, diet sodas, and sugar-free energy drinks have long since become a staple in everyday life. They promise full flavor without the calories...
Cola Zero & Co.: Sweeteners, intestinal flo...
Why “sugar-free” doesn’t mean “ineffective” Introduction Coke Zero, diet sodas, and sugar-free energy drinks have long since become a staple in everyday life. They promise full flavor without the calories...

Raw milk – the underrated original
What is milk really? Milk is one of the oldest staple foods for humans. According to the legal definition, it is the secretion from the udders of cows, hygienically obtained...
Raw milk – the underrated original
What is milk really? Milk is one of the oldest staple foods for humans. According to the legal definition, it is the secretion from the udders of cows, hygienically obtained...

Is aspirin harmless? The hidden risks to your g...
Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is considered a classic among medications. It has been used for over 100 years to treat headaches, fever, and prevent heart attacks. Many people consider it a...
Is aspirin harmless? The hidden risks to your g...
Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) is considered a classic among medications. It has been used for over 100 years to treat headaches, fever, and prevent heart attacks. Many people consider it a...

🔍 Calories: The big number that says little
Why a measure from the machine age still distorts our view of nutrition today – and what we can do better A contribution from Food Sherlock – Food Files “You...
🔍 Calories: The big number that says little
Why a measure from the machine age still distorts our view of nutrition today – and what we can do better A contribution from Food Sherlock – Food Files “You...

Vanilla's Forgotten Hero: How a 12-Year-Old Sla...
Vanilla – it's found in countless desserts, perfumes, and baked goods. But hardly anyone knows the dramatic story behind the world's most expensive spice after saffron. Did you know that...
Vanilla's Forgotten Hero: How a 12-Year-Old Sla...
Vanilla – it's found in countless desserts, perfumes, and baked goods. But hardly anyone knows the dramatic story behind the world's most expensive spice after saffron. Did you know that...

Back to meat? Why more and more people are turn...
For a long time, veganism was a real megatrend – especially in the media. Influencers, documentaries, and food startups presented avoiding animal products as the key to health, animal welfare,...
Back to meat? Why more and more people are turn...
For a long time, veganism was a real megatrend – especially in the media. Influencers, documentaries, and food startups presented avoiding animal products as the key to health, animal welfare,...

Water consumption of beef: How much thirst is o...
When we think of water consumption, most people think of dripping faucets or long showers. But the real water guzzler is often in the kitchen—or more precisely, on our plates....
Water consumption of beef: How much thirst is o...
When we think of water consumption, most people think of dripping faucets or long showers. But the real water guzzler is often in the kitchen—or more precisely, on our plates....

Bouillon cubes & concentrated stock: Spicy, pra...
Bouillon cubes and concentrated stock are an essential part of many kitchens. They save time, add flavor quickly, and can be stored forever. But a closer look reveals that most...
Bouillon cubes & concentrated stock: Spicy, pra...
Bouillon cubes and concentrated stock are an essential part of many kitchens. They save time, add flavor quickly, and can be stored forever. But a closer look reveals that most...

🌿 Anti-stress complex: exotic in a glass or rea...
Cacao, Reishi, Ashwagandha, Griffonia, Gotu Kola, Ginkgo... Sounds like the lineup for a spiritual superfood retreat – but it's actually the ingredients list of a new "anti-stress complex." The promise:...
🌿 Anti-stress complex: exotic in a glass or rea...
Cacao, Reishi, Ashwagandha, Griffonia, Gotu Kola, Ginkgo... Sounds like the lineup for a spiritual superfood retreat – but it's actually the ingredients list of a new "anti-stress complex." The promise:...

Sugar with a pharmacy price: How Glucosum pasti...
20 francs for 30 lozenges – with sugar, glucose, and an outdated active ingredient? Welcome to the curious cosmos of over-the-counter pharmacy products. Beneath the scientific-sounding label "Glucosum 200 mg...
Sugar with a pharmacy price: How Glucosum pasti...
20 francs for 30 lozenges – with sugar, glucose, and an outdated active ingredient? Welcome to the curious cosmos of over-the-counter pharmacy products. Beneath the scientific-sounding label "Glucosum 200 mg...

Nutrients without effect? – Why legislation i...
In the European Union and Switzerland, clear regulations apply: Foods and food supplements may not have or promise any therapeutic effect. What at first sounds like consumer protection leads to...
Nutrients without effect? – Why legislation i...
In the European Union and Switzerland, clear regulations apply: Foods and food supplements may not have or promise any therapeutic effect. What at first sounds like consumer protection leads to...

The case of ultra-processed foods
An analysis by Sherlock, Food Sherlock Humans are strange creatures. They crave truth, but they love illusion. This paradox is particularly evident in the food world: under the buzzword "ultra-processed...
The case of ultra-processed foods
An analysis by Sherlock, Food Sherlock Humans are strange creatures. They crave truth, but they love illusion. This paradox is particularly evident in the food world: under the buzzword "ultra-processed...

Hero Jam: 100% fruit – genuinely fruity or clev...
Jam is a classic breakfast staple – fruity, sweet, and familiar. The Hero brand advertises its strawberry jam with the slogan "100% made from fruit." But what exactly does that...
Hero Jam: 100% fruit – genuinely fruity or clev...
Jam is a classic breakfast staple – fruity, sweet, and familiar. The Hero brand advertises its strawberry jam with the slogan "100% made from fruit." But what exactly does that...

Lithium – The silent hero in the brain
Battery or brain booster? If the word "lithium" immediately brings to mind smartphone batteries, that's no surprise. But you should definitely rethink that. Because what few people know is that...
Lithium – The silent hero in the brain
Battery or brain booster? If the word "lithium" immediately brings to mind smartphone batteries, that's no surprise. But you should definitely rethink that. Because what few people know is that...

“Further research is needed” – Why studies ofte...
…and why real nutritional knowledge should be based on biochemistry rather than hype Whether studies on vitamin D, fasting, superfoods or inflammatory processes – the end result is almost always...
“Further research is needed” – Why studies ofte...
…and why real nutritional knowledge should be based on biochemistry rather than hype Whether studies on vitamin D, fasting, superfoods or inflammatory processes – the end result is almost always...

What is really behind citric acid?
When we hear "citric acid," we immediately think of fresh lemons. But the truth is different: The citric acid in our food usually doesn't come from the fruit itself, but...
What is really behind citric acid?
When we hear "citric acid," we immediately think of fresh lemons. But the truth is different: The citric acid in our food usually doesn't come from the fruit itself, but...