Nutrition

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Food Facts

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Carrageenan (emulsifier): How does it affect health?

Carrageenan is a common but controversial food additive. We explain what it...

What happens when you drink too much diet soda?

Too much diet soda may lead to gut symptoms, including bloating and...

Which vegetables are best for keeping your gut healthy?

A vegetable-rich, nutrient-dense diet can be the foundation of gut health. But...

The truth about low carb diets, sugar spikes, and ‘multigrain’ labels with Prof. Tim Spector

In this episode, Prof. Tim Spector outlines the difference between 'good' and...

Is raw milk healthy or harmful?

Some wellness influencers drink raw milk by the gallon, but is it...

Do you need to drink electrolytes every day?

According to many wellness gurus on social media, you should be glugging...

Diets

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Why should you eat 30 plants a week?

What’s the science behind the 30 plants challenge, and what counts toward...

New study investigates ‘optimal’ diets for healthy aging

Nutrition plays a vital role in our health now and in the...

What women should know before trying intermittent fasting

Intermittent fasting focuses on when you eat rather than what you eat....

Protein sources for a vegetarian diet

Vegetarian diets can meet your protein needs. Here are 20 vegetarian sources...

What foods can you eat on the keto diet and is it healthy?

It’s possible to follow the keto diet and eat healthy foods. Learn...

What can you eat or drink when intermittent fasting, and what breaks a fast?

Most intermittent fasting restricts you to only certain drinks during fasting periods....

Recipes

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Fermentation 101: A beginner’s guide

You know fermented foods help your gut. But can you make your...

Recipe: Prof. Tim Spector's carrot cake with tahini orange frosting

For moments when your cup of tea needs a slice of cake,...

RECIPE: Cinnamon Pecan Granola

This cinnamon pecan granola is great for your blood sugar response and...

RECIPE: Chia lemon pots

What’s the best way to eat chia seeds? Try these chia lemon...

Eat healthy without feeling restricted: Recipes and more

If you resolved to eat better this year but have lost motivation,...

Recipe: Smoky butter beans

These smoky butter beans are packed with fiber, flavor, and prebiotics, and...

Blood Sugar

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The truth about low carb diets, sugar spikes, and ‘multigrain’ labels with Prof. Tim Spector

In this episode, Prof. Tim Spector outlines the difference between 'good' and...

Why should you test your postprandial blood sugar?

Blood sugar changes after you eat are an important health indicator. Find...

What are normal insulin levels for females?

We explore healthy insulin levels for women, including how they vary at...

Insulin resistance and how to eat the right foods for you

Poor insulin control is a risk factor for diabetes. We look at...

What causes high morning blood sugar, and how can you lower it?

From insulin resistance, to what and when you’ve eaten, there are many...

How does fiber reduce blood sugar responses?

We explain how adding fiber to your diet can help reduce your...

Blood Fat

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The benefits and differences between fish oil and krill oil

Discover the differences between fish and krill oils. Learn which has more...

Are there benefits to taking krill oil?

Krill oil supposedly has a host of benefits, from heart health to...

Metabolism, metabolic rate, and what impacts them

What is metabolism? Also, what is metabolic rate, and can you change...

How to lower your triglycerides by eating the right foods for you

There are some broad dietary changes you can make to help lower...

What are triglycerides, and why do you need them?

In this article, we’ll explain what triglycerides are, what they do in...

What is fat, and how much do you need?

Despite their bad reputation, fats are part of a healthy diet. So,...

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