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Milk no thanks

Do feminists drink dairy?

11/01/2021  |   Health articles

Do you know how cow’s milk is produced? Would you carry on drinking it if you knew what goes on behind the closed doors of the modern dairy farm?

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Brazil nuts

Elusive selenium

07/01/2021  |   Health

Selenium is a mineral that is absolutely crucial to our health but we need only microscopic amounts of it.

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Festive fruit

Top 10 festive foods

09/12/2020  |   Health articles

Find out which top 10 festive foods can help you stay happy and healthy this Christmas

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Basil, oregano and rosemary – aromatic health boosters

08/12/2020  |   Health

Basil, oregano and rosemary – this trio of fragrant herbs is very popular because they don’t just taste great, they also have some amazing health benefits.

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Bird flu

Bird flu – the next pandemic?

08/12/2020  |   Health articles

Covid-19 may be the worst pandemic we’ve seen in 100 years but some scientists fear it may be only a dress-rehearsal for something much worse. They have been warning us...

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Healthy vegan diet with lots of fibre

Fibre – more important than you think!

07/12/2020  |   Health articles

You probably know about fibre: it’s the part of plant foods you can’t digest. It keeps your digestive system healthy, encourages ‘good’ gut bacteria and can help in healthy weight...

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Diabetes diet

Diabetes – how to prevent and treat it through diet

27/11/2020  |   Health articles

Diabetes type 2 is a serious health condition that can make your life miserable. The good news is, it’s preventable and, should you happen to have it already, it may be reversed through a lifestyle change.

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Alarm clock on night background

How to get a good night’s sleep

05/11/2020  |   Blog

Getting enough sleep is vital for good health and reduces the risk of many common diseases, keeps your brain and digestive system healthy and supports your immune system. However, many of us are falling short. What can you do to get a better night’s sleep and can any foods offer help? 

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Cholesterol and heart disease

Cholesterol – is it all bad?

06/10/2020  |   Health articles

We all need some cholesterol in our bodies to keep them working normally but too much can clog up our arteries and lead to serious health problems. By making some simple, positive changes, most people can keep their cholesterol levels healthy.

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