Calcium: health benefits, foods and deficiency
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.
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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.
Lactose intolerance and cow’s milk allergy are often confused because they both involve reactions to milk, but they are very distinct conditions. Lactose intolerance is a digestive issue related to the inability to digest the sugar lactose whereas cow’s milk allergy is an immune response to the proteins in cow’s milk.
This trio of seeds is bursting with essential nutrients
Why we don’t need dairy for calcium and how we can ensure we’re getting enough on a vegan diet
Cumin and coriander are versatile and popular spices, with distinctly different flavours, that offer an impressive range of health benefits.
Iron is a vital mineral that we all need on a daily basis, yet many people tend to fall short. Here’s how you can make sure you get not just a plentiful supply but also good absorption.
Are all ultra-processed foods (UPFs) equally bad and do vegan UPFs offer any health benefits?
Inflammation underlies most chronic diseases but you can reduce it through dietary and lifestyle changes.
Mint offers many health benefits beyond tasting fresh in your toothpaste! Find out more plus some of it’s more unusual uses here.
