Computer-based ‘brain training’ programs are all the rage at the moment. Now that same technology has been applied to nutrition to help people eat less sugar
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Getting back to fresh fruit
A systematic review puts to bed any health concerns about fruit, finding that whole fresh fruit does not contribute to weight gain.
Reducing our diet of ultra-processed foods
What things could be done by the government do to kerb our desire to consume processed foods and ultra-processed food.
Sugary drinks increase cancer risk
A study shows that the consumption of sugary drinks, including fruit juices, seems to be connected with a higher risk of cancer.
Gut microbes good for marathon runners
Scientists have discovered that long-distance runners harbour colonies of bacteria in their gut that can help them to run for longer.
Plant-based diet: Replacing meat-based proteins
Replacing meat-based proteins with plant-based proteins reduces the risk of early death and a range of diseases.
Blueberries good for heart health
Blue is the new black in the world of nutrition research, and this latest research into delicious blueberries adds more evidence for the health benefits they can offer.
Some dietary supplements may disappoint you
A US group studied the effects of a wide range of supplements in 30,000 people over a 20 year period, this is what they found.
How has fast food changed over the past 30 years
A study has shown that despite the push for having healthier options on the menu, the quality of fast food has declined while the portion size has grown.
What are fasting mimicking diets (FMD)
A new study looked at the benefits of a fasting mimicking diet on mice that had a chemically induced form of inflammatory bowel disease, IBD.