Functional Foods is FLIK’s monthly series that explores global foods, flavors, and culinary traditions from around the world. Instead of spotlighting one dish, we highlight everyday ingredients and pair them with chef-tested recipes and practical shopping tips so you can bring these fucntional food ideas into your kitchen.
This month: Foods of Japan. The health benefits of Japanese cuisine come from meals built around whole, minimally processed ingredients like fish, soy foods (tofu, edamame, miso), sesame, vegetables, seaweed, and other fermented staples. These foods deliver lean protein and omega-3s for heart and brain health, plus probiotics from fermentation to support digestion—all in a naturally balanced, nutrient-dense approach that emphasizes variety and mindful portions. Don’t forget to check this month’s recipe packet for ways to bring Foods of Japan into your home kitchen.
Savvy Shopper. Our new Savvy Shopper is a short, practical guide that helps you shop for and store pantry staples like a pro. Explore the Savvy Shopper guide.
Fact Checked by FLIK is our new monthly series in which our Registered Dietitians review trending nutrition headlines and translate the science into clear, useful guidance. Each article gives a straightforward verdict and practical takeaways, so you can separate hype from helpful information. All content is written by our Registered Dietitians and grounded in current scientific evidence so that you can trust the guidance.
This month: Artificial Colors. Our dietitians break down the latest claims, explain what the research actually says, and offer simple tips you can use in the café and at home. Read this month’s Fact Checked post.
