Sherlock's Food Files

„Weitere Forschung ist nötig“ – Warum Studien oft offen enden

“Further research is needed” – Why studies ofte...

Sven Altorfer

…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...

Sven Altorfer

…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...

Was steckt wirklich hinter Zitronensäure?

What is really behind citric acid?

Sven Altorfer

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?

Sven Altorfer

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...

AG1 & Co: Wenn Marketing wichtiger wird als Wissenschaft

AG1 & Co: When marketing becomes more impor...

Sven Altorfer

The nutritional supplement industry has a problem. While reputable providers focus on research, transparency, and quality, brands with large advertising budgets – and questionable health claims – are increasingly dominating....

AG1 & Co: When marketing becomes more impor...

Sven Altorfer

The nutritional supplement industry has a problem. While reputable providers focus on research, transparency, and quality, brands with large advertising budgets – and questionable health claims – are increasingly dominating....

Fett ist nicht gleich Fett – eine differenzierte Betrachtung gesunder und problematischer Fettquellen

Not all fats are created equal – a differentiat...

Sven Altorfer

Fats have played an ambivalent role in nutritional science discussions for decades. While they fulfill an indispensable physiological function as energy sources, building blocks for cell membranes, and carriers of...

Not all fats are created equal – a differentiat...

Sven Altorfer

Fats have played an ambivalent role in nutritional science discussions for decades. While they fulfill an indispensable physiological function as energy sources, building blocks for cell membranes, and carriers of...

Vom Mitgefühl zum Ackerbau: Ernährung als Wiege der Zivilisation

From compassion to agriculture: food as the cra...

Sven Altorfer

When did civilization begin? This seemingly simple question takes us deep into the origins of humanity. Anthropologist Margaret Mead once provided a surprising answer: It wasn't the first tools or...

From compassion to agriculture: food as the cra...

Sven Altorfer

When did civilization begin? This seemingly simple question takes us deep into the origins of humanity. Anthropologist Margaret Mead once provided a surprising answer: It wasn't the first tools or...

Milch und Schleimbildung: Eine naturheilkundlich-biochemische Betrachtung eines unterschätzten Lebensmittels

Milk and mucus formation: A naturopathic-bioche...

Sven Altorfer

In naturopathy, the consumption of cow's milk has always been viewed with nuance. It is often critically questioned, particularly in cases of respiratory diseases, skin problems, or chronic mucus buildup...

Milk and mucus formation: A naturopathic-bioche...

Sven Altorfer

In naturopathy, the consumption of cow's milk has always been viewed with nuance. It is often critically questioned, particularly in cases of respiratory diseases, skin problems, or chronic mucus buildup...

Mit vollem Magen missioniert es sich leicht

It is easy to proselytize with a full stomach

Sven Altorfer

Why it is arrogant to dictate from Europe what the rest of the world should eat Food is a passionate topic of debate in Europe. Few topics ignite as much...

It is easy to proselytize with a full stomach

Sven Altorfer

Why it is arrogant to dictate from Europe what the rest of the world should eat Food is a passionate topic of debate in Europe. Few topics ignite as much...

Was passiert mit Stärke, wenn Reis, Nudeln oder Kartoffeln abkühlen?

What happens to starch when rice, pasta or pota...

Sven Altorfer

Did you know that cooked rice or potato salad can be healthier than freshly cooked ones? This is due to a fascinating phenomenon called resistant starch . Sounds complicated? Don't...

What happens to starch when rice, pasta or pota...

Sven Altorfer

Did you know that cooked rice or potato salad can be healthier than freshly cooked ones? This is due to a fascinating phenomenon called resistant starch . Sounds complicated? Don't...

Trinkmahlzeiten – Schnell, praktisch… aber wirklich sinnvoll?

Drinkable meals – quick, convenient… but really...

Sven Altorfer

Why you should think twice about liquid meals Drinkable meals are all the rage: Shake up, drink, and you're full – all in just a few minutes. Sounds like a...

Drinkable meals – quick, convenient… but really...

Sven Altorfer

Why you should think twice about liquid meals Drinkable meals are all the rage: Shake up, drink, and you're full – all in just a few minutes. Sounds like a...

Die Sonne – Freund oder Feind? Eine kritische Betrachtung von Sonnenschutz, Samenölen und natürlicher Hautanpassung

The sun – friend or foe? A critical look at sun...

Sven Altorfer

The sun is the origin and source of all life on Earth. Its rays regulate the circadian rhythm, stimulate vitamin D synthesis, strengthen the immune system, and influence our mood....

The sun – friend or foe? A critical look at sun...

Sven Altorfer

The sun is the origin and source of all life on Earth. Its rays regulate the circadian rhythm, stimulate vitamin D synthesis, strengthen the immune system, and influence our mood....

Fruktose – Freund aus der Frucht oder versteckter Feind im Alltag?

Fructose – friend from the fruit or hidden enem...

Sven Altorfer

Why the origin of your sweetness matters Whether it's apples, honey, or soda – fructose is found everywhere. But not all fructose is created equal. The difference between natural (bound)...

Fructose – friend from the fruit or hidden enem...

Sven Altorfer

Why the origin of your sweetness matters Whether it's apples, honey, or soda – fructose is found everywhere. But not all fructose is created equal. The difference between natural (bound)...

Wieso wird Prävention im Gesundheitsbereich so stark bekämpft?

Why is prevention in the health sector so stron...

Sven Altorfer

Prevention—the targeted prevention of disease—sounds like a given in any healthcare system. Yet it's often neglected, sometimes even actively hindered. Why? Because true health isn't a good business model—but illness...

Why is prevention in the health sector so stron...

Sven Altorfer

Prevention—the targeted prevention of disease—sounds like a given in any healthcare system. Yet it's often neglected, sometimes even actively hindered. Why? Because true health isn't a good business model—but illness...

Die Kuhfrage – Ein Eingriff ins ökologische Gleichgewicht?

The cow question – an intervention in the ecolo...

Sven Altorfer

The cow and the climate: A complex interaction Cattle farming is repeatedly at the center of the climate debate. But what's behind the criticism, and what might be the impact...

The cow question – an intervention in the ecolo...

Sven Altorfer

The cow and the climate: A complex interaction Cattle farming is repeatedly at the center of the climate debate. But what's behind the criticism, and what might be the impact...

Vitamin D – Warum du mehr brauchst, als dir gesagt wird

Vitamin D – Why you need more than you’re told

Sven Altorfer

The underestimated superpower from sunlight Vitamin D has long been more than just the "classic bone vitamin." It influences our immune system, protects the heart and brain, can help with...

Vitamin D – Why you need more than you’re told

Sven Altorfer

The underestimated superpower from sunlight Vitamin D has long been more than just the "classic bone vitamin." It influences our immune system, protects the heart and brain, can help with...

Die einfache Wahrheit gesunder Ernährung

The simple truth of healthy eating

Sven Altorfer

Why real food is the best health hack Forget detox diets, superfood trends, and endless nutrition debates. Healthy eating is actually quite simple – if we return to the basics:...

The simple truth of healthy eating

Sven Altorfer

Why real food is the best health hack Forget detox diets, superfood trends, and endless nutrition debates. Healthy eating is actually quite simple – if we return to the basics:...

Das Hühnerei – Ein Meisterwerk der Natur

The chicken egg – a masterpiece of nature

Sven Altorfer

The chicken egg: A small miracle of nature The chicken egg – inconspicuous in appearance, yet a true powerhouse when it comes to nutrition and health. In our latest research...

The chicken egg – a masterpiece of nature

Sven Altorfer

The chicken egg: A small miracle of nature The chicken egg – inconspicuous in appearance, yet a true powerhouse when it comes to nutrition and health. In our latest research...

Entzündungen im Körper – Verborgene Prozesse sichtbar machen

Inflammation in the body – making hidden proces...

Sven Altorfer

Inflammation in the body: When the silent fire becomes a danger Inflammation is the silent saboteur of our health. It often goes unnoticed, damaging cells and promoting chronic diseases in...

Inflammation in the body – making hidden proces...

Sven Altorfer

Inflammation in the body: When the silent fire becomes a danger Inflammation is the silent saboteur of our health. It often goes unnoticed, damaging cells and promoting chronic diseases in...