6 ways fibre is your gut’s best friend
Fibre is the name for complex carbohydrates that we cannot digest in our stomach but feed the good bacteria in our large intestine. Here are six ways fibre is good for our gut and good for our entire body.
Boost your mood: how a vegan diet nurtures your gut and brain
- Depression
- Mental Health & Cognitive Function
- Microbiome
A healthy vegan diet lowers the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease and cancer. But did you know, it may also help contribute to a feeling of wellbeing?
Vegan kettlebell athlete achieves double European Gold
Hege Jenssen, a vegan kettlebell lifter, secures two gold medals at the IUKL European Championships in snatch and longcycle.
Vegan diet beats Mediterranean diet for weight loss, scientists find
- Obesity and Overweight
- Vegan diets
Vegan diet beats Mediterranean diet when it comes to helping weight loss, scientists find
Calcium and the vegan diet – beyond the dairy myth
- Bone health
- Dairy
- Osteoporosis
We all know that we need calcium for healthy bones and teeth, but many still believe that we need cow’s milk and dairy products to get it.
Vegan runner breaks two national records at Masters Champs
Anabelle Broadbent, a vegan runner, set new national records in the 3000m and 10k at the World Masters Athletics Indoor Championships.
10 processed foods that are actually good for you
The word ‘processed’ gets a bad rap but some processed plant-based foods are actually health powerhouses that deserve a place on your plate.
Fasting – the pros and cons
- Diets
- Healthy weight
- Obesity and Overweight
Intermittent fasting could be a healthier option for weight loss while possibly lowering your risk of disease and improving your overall wellbeing.
Cinnamon
- herbs and spices
Discover the surprising health benefits of cinnamon, including its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and blood sugar-lowering properties.
The Meat Industry’s Secret Assault on Public Health
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Heart disease
- Red meat
Red meat appears healthier in studies funded by the red meat industry but not healthy in independent studies.
