Viva! Health unravels the most recent scientific research and makes it easy to understand. Here we update you on the latest findings…
How to get a good night’s sleep
- Age Related Health Problems
- Alcohol
- Antioxidants
- Menopause
- Mental Health & Cognitive Function
- Nuts and Seeds
- Pulses
- Tea and Coffee
- Vegan diets
- Wholegrains
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?
The health benefits of 10 autumn foods
As we wave goodbye to summer for another year, it’s time to embrace autumn and all the amazing seasonal foods that make this time of year so special.
Vegan Meat – Healthy or UPF?
- meat alternative
- Ultra-processed food
Are plant-based meat alternatives healthier than meat? No, according to the meat industry; yes, according to science.
Rising ocean temperatures threaten oxygen-producing microbe
- Biodiversity
- Environment
- Global health threat
- Global warming
The Earth’s most abundant oxygen-producing microbe is at risk because of rising sea temperatures.
Fermented foods – ten of the best
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Microbiome
What likely began as a simple way to preserve food is now known for creating foods with a wide range of health benefits including supporting gut health, immunity and overall wellbeing.
Reduce the risk of these 8 diseases with a healthy vegan diet
- healthy diet
- healthy vegan
Here is some of the most recent and thorough science investigating the link between plant-based diets and disease risk.
The Vegan Advantage: Insights from 80,000 Adventists
- Bowel cancer
- Breast cancer
- Cancer
- Vegan diets
New research from the Adventist Health Study-2 found that vegetarians and vegans have a significantly lower risk of developing cancer compared to meat-eaters.
Dairy farms could be ground zero for the next pandemic
- Bird flu
- Cows - Dairy
- Factory farming
- Pandemic
Scientists reveal why bird flu is spreading so easily among US dairy cows — it’s airborne!
Vegan diet beats Mediterranean diet for weight loss, scientists find
- Obesity and Overweight
- Vegan diets
Vegan diet beats Mediterranean diet when it comes to helping weight loss, scientists find
Rooting for health – garlic and ginger
- Antioxidants
- Fruits and Vegetables
- Heart health
From ancient kitchens to modern medicine cabinets, garlic and ginger are celebrated not only for their culinary uses but also for their powerful health-promoting properties, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and cardiovascular benefits.
