About Dr. Gourmet

My name is Timothy Harlan and I am both a physician and a chef. This blog is a general collection of information and random ideas on eating great food and eating healthy.

You can find out more at the Dr. Gourmet web site. Eat well, eat healthy, enjoy life!

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Wine: Ask Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for October 11, 2011

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: Does having a glass of wine every night affect weight loss?

A: Even though that glass of wine has about 150 calories, those who drink [...]

Risotto Caprese with Whitefish: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter for October 10, 2011

Chef Tim Says….

There are three reasons to use wine in recipes. One is as a marinade where the acidity aides in tenderizing meats and other ingredients. The second is as a cooking liquid. Either way, the main reason is that wine adds flavor to your [...]

Cheese; Fish Oil; More : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: I have heard there are some cheeses that will not cause a problem for those who are lactose intolerant. Can you tell me some?

A: We doctors [...]

Being Careful with Alcohol: Dr. Gourmet Newsletter

Dr. Tim Says….

My column a couple of weeks ago, about being prepared for the cocktail or holiday party, resulted in a lot of questions about alcohol and drinking. While we know that drinking can be beneficial, it can also cause many health issues. About 2 [...]

Asian Flavor Substitutes; Vinegar; More : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Dear Dr. Gourmet,

Q: My daughter is allergic to all forms of sesame and peanuts. What can I use in stir fries to substitute for sesame oil yet maintain a nice Asian flavour?

Alcohol-Free Beer: an Antioxidant?

Reading the academic research articles that we then write about here at Dr. Gourmet is not what I’d call reading for pleasure. They’re interesting, of course, but a bit dry, as I’m sure our Health and Nutrition Bites are. Now and then, however, [...]

Vinegar Expiration: Ask Dr. Gourmet

Q: Can you tell me if there is a use by date for Dufrais Saugignon Blanc White Wine Vinegar?

A: Generally speaking, vinegars keep well because they are acidic enough to prevent bacterial growth. That said, I [...]

Beverages for Acid Reflux : Ask Dr. Gourmet

Q: I just found out I have Acid Reflux Disease (after thinking it was a heart attack) and am now wondering what I can have to drink besides water. Can I balance a cup of coffee in the morning, occasional cups of tea and some [...]

Sometimes It's Just That Simple

If you’ve been reading my Health and Nutrition Bites for a while, you know they’re all about numbers. Quintiles, quartiles, percents, pounds and kilograms… it can all be a little overwhelming when you’re trying to figure out what is the best way to live healthier and longer. [...]

The Mediterranean Diet: Alcohol

I get questions from patients almost every day about whether it’s safe or healthy for them drink alcohol. It goes without saying that drinking too much alcohol is bad for you. Even so, the best research we have now shows that those drinking between 2 and 3 drinks per day for men or 1 to [...]