Viva! Health unravels the most recent scientific research and makes it easy to understand. Here we update you on the latest findings…
Mini factsheet: Crohn’s and colitis
- Digestion
- Digestive system
- IBS
Crohn’s and colitis are inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) with some similarities and differences.
Is Drinking Oat Milk A Risk To Our Health?
- Plant-based diets
Oat milk has become the latest target of negative media stories warning of its damaging health effects. But is there any truth in it?
The Health Benefits of Cumin and Coriander
- herbs and spices
- spices
- Vegan diets
Cumin and coriander are versatile and popular spices, with distinctly different flavours, that offer an impressive range of health benefits.
Coriander
- herbs and spices
- spices
- Vegan diets
Coriander is a versatile and popular spice with a light, slightly sweet flavour, that offer an impressive range of health benefits.
Cumin
- Vegan diets
Cumin is a versatile and popular spice that has a warm, earthy flavour and offers an impressive range of health benefits.
Eggs from hens that have never been outside could legally be labelled free range
- Eggs
- Vegan diets
During a bird flu housing order, where captive birds have to be kept indoors for months, eggs from previously free range hens may still be called free range, even if the hen has never been outside.
How to build an easy iron-rich menu
- Iron
- Pulses
- Vegan diets
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.
5 recent studies that show the power of plant protein
- Protein
Think plant protein is inferior to animal protein? Think again! These five studies show plant protein is just as effective at building muscle.
UPFs linked to premature ageing
- Age Related Health Problems
- Ultra-processed food
Research shows ultra-processed foods accelerate ageing.
Not all UPFs are equal
- Ultra-processed food
- Vegan diets
Not all ultra-processed foods increase the risk of disease, while processed meats and sugary foods do, some breads, cereals and savoury snacks may lower the risk.