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BUSTED! … the top 10 vegan food myths
- Vegan diets
Is being vegan more expensive? Do vegans miss out on nutrients? Is eating tofu harmful? Are we wheat-eaters or meat-eaters? Here we debunk 10 of the most common vegan food myths.
Powered by Plants – why plants are the best sports fuel
- fitness
- plant-based diet
- Sports
- Sports nutrition
- vegan athletes
- vegan diet
- vegans sports nutrition
Plants can do more than just keep us well-nourished and healthy – a plant-based diet can also shift your sports endeavours to the next level. It’s no coincidence that more and more athletes are going vegan – and reaping the benefits.
Green powders – superfoods or a waste of money?
Green powders have never been so popular, so should you consider adding them to your diet?
Antioxidants explained
- Age Related Health Problems
- Antioxidants
- Cancer
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Heart Disease & Stroke
- Nuts and Seeds
- Vitamins and Minerals
- Wholegrains
Often used as a promotional buzzword, are antioxidants all that they are hyped up to be?
How to eat green for the planet
- Environment
We are already experiencing climate breakdown and there is no time to waste taking action. But did you know? One simple change could make all the difference.
How to relieve digestive discomforts
- Digestion
What works best for nausea, bloating, indigestion or diarrhoea?
MENTAL HEALTH AND DIET – FOODS THAT HELP AND FOODS THAT HARM
It’s widely accepted that the foods we eat affect our physical health but we’re often not aware that they can also affect our mental health.
Soya – setting the record straight
- Soya
There are probably more myths, misinformation and downright lies about soya than any other food. The scare stories about the ‘dangers’ of this humble bean are not supported by any science but still, they persist.
Irritable bowel syndrome – can diet help?
- Digestion
- Fruits and Vegetables
If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) don’t fall into the trap of thinking you can’t eat many plant foods – you can and eating the right ones can help.
How to sweeten your life – the healthy way
Most of us love a sweet taste – we have evolved to like it. But how to sweeten our life the healthy way without overloading on sugar?
