Viva! Health unravels the most recent scientific research and makes it easy to understand. Here we update you on the latest findings…
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.
Is Dairy Healthy and Do Humans Need it?
- Bone health
- Cow's milk
- Cows - Dairy
- Dairy
The consumption of cow’s milk and dairy products is not natural or normal and you don’t need dairy for good health
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.
Paleo diet was plant-based
- Evolution
- plant-based
More evidence suggesting our ancient ancestors were plant-based and that infants were weaned before the age of one year onto plant-based foods.
10 plant-based foods to lower blood pressure
- Blood Pressure
One-third of adults in England have high blood pressure but managing it effectively is possible, and adopting a plant-based diet offers a powerful solution.
Boost your health with apricots, peaches and nectarines
Apricots, peaches and nectarines offer a superb nutrient bundle and what’s more – they make a delicious addition to your diet.
Calcium: health benefits, foods and deficiency
- 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.
Lactose intolerance and cow’s milk allergy – not to be confused!
- Allergies
- Dairy
- Dairy-free
- Digestion
- Eczema
- Immunity
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.
