Lesson 4

Pulses and whole grains are two of the most powerful pillars of a longevity-promoting diet. They provide stable, slow-release energy and are packed with fibre, protein, and essential micronutrients. Studies such as The Blue Zones, The Gut Project, and The Twin Study all reach the same conclusion — eating more of these food groups is one of the simplest ways to boost your long-term health.

In this quick, practical session, Jens shares an easy system for getting more grains and pulses — and more variety — into your everyday meals with minimal effort and cost. You’ll discover simple prep shortcuts, storage tips, and how to mix and match them for great texture and balance.

You’ll see these ingredients featured in upcoming recipes, but don’t worry — you don’t need to master this now to move ahead. You can absolutely use tinned pulses or swap grains like pearl barley for wholegrain or white rice when cooking your stews, curries, and daals. 

If you’re eager to jump straight into the hands-on cooking, feel free to skip this lesson for now and circle back later when you’re ready to level up this.