Two slices of ham a day can raise type 2 diabetes risk by 15%, research suggests Cambridge-led study of 2m people globally is most comprehensive evidence yet of red meat link to diabetes The Guardian - UK · Aug 20, 2024
Ditch mouthwash, always floss: experts on their wellbeing dos and don’ts From skin to nutrition, sleep to menopause, we are inundated with wellness advice. But what actually makes a difference? The Guardian - UK · Aug 17, 2024
A vegan diet can reduce your biological age, new study finds The findings are based on a small study of 21 pairs of identical twins The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2024
Beware the mix of food and fear – the truth about ultra-processed foods is still emerging Early research on UPFs is welcome – but if people are missing out on nutrients in a quest to avoid them, is it really helping, asks journalist Amelia Tait The Guardian - UK · Jan 2, 2024
The flat tummy myth: why bloating can be good for you – and when it’s time to worry The wellness world is awash with pills and potions promising to banish ‘bloat’. But do they work – and do we even need them in the first place? The Guardian - UK · Nov 6, 2023
Big effort needed on UK diet to fight ultra-processed food, say health experts Concern over public health fuelled by studies linking UPF to raised blood pressure, heart attacks and strokes The Guardian - UK · Sep 2, 2023
‘Uncertainties’ over studies linking ultra-processed food to poor health Government scientists have looked into the issue in depth. The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2023
Artificial sweeteners do not help you lose weight, WHO warns Consumption of free sugars is linked to rising obesity and increased cases of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancer and tooth decay The Independent UK · May 16, 2023
WHO issues warning over using sweeteners for weight control Consumption of free sugars is linked to rising obesity and increased cases of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, cancer and tooth decay The Independent UK · May 15, 2023
Is ice-cream good for you? Scientists divided on claims about health benefits Suggestions in the US that the dessert can have health benefits have been greeted by a ripple of scepticism from British experts The Guardian - UK · Apr 15, 2023
Mediterranean diet may lower dementia risk by a quarter, study suggests Data from more than 60,000 Britons suggests plant-rich diet may help regardless of person’s genetic risk The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2023
Nutritionists issue warning to parents over viral 'Prime Hydration' drink Experts are beginning to question how healthy the new beverage is Irish Mirror · Feb 5, 2023
Warning to parents about 'Prime Hydration' drink 'There is no obvious reason why this sports drink should be recommended to children' Wales Online · Jan 29, 2023
Average UK school meals mostly made of ultra-processed foods Packed lunches and secondary school food contain most calories as rising food costs begin to bite The Guardian - UK · Jul 20, 2022
The Independent UK · Jun 8, 2022 Eating two portions of fish per week ‘linked to malignant melanoma’ US experts said their findings warranted investigation while others urged people not to stop eating fish.
The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2022 Coffee bad, red wine good? Top food myths busted We’re being bombarded with conflicting advice on what we should and shouldn’t put into our bodies. Finally, here are the definitive answers, according to the experts
Daily Record · May 6, 2022 10 amazing health benefits of losing half a stone Losing as little as seven pounds can do great things for your physical health.
Daily Record · May 4, 2022 Ten incredible benefits losing half a stone does for your health Dieticians have claimed if a person loses just 7lb can do wonders for your physical health immediately and long-term.
Wales Online · May 4, 2022 Ten remarkable benefits losing half a stone does for your health Dieticians believe shedding just 7lb can do wonders for your physical health in many ways