Viva! Health unravels the most recent scientific research and makes it easy to understand. Here we update you on the latest findings…
Bird flu lockdown
- Bird flu
- Factory farming
- H5N8
- Pandemics
Poultry farmers in the UK are now facing strict lockdown measures to try and control the spread of avian influenza. Those not complying face up to three months in prison or unlimited fines.
Bird flu has landed
- Bird flu
- Factory farming
- Pandemics
Last week the government increased the risk of bird flu hitting the UK from low to medium. This week it has arrived – not just in one, but in two UK locations.
Bird flu risk raised
- Bird flu
- Health
- Pandemic
The government have raised the risk of bird flu hitting the UK – it’s time to end factory farming.
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?
Join Viva! leaflet
- Leaflet
- Outreach
This leaflet outlines all of the reasons to join Viva!’s Fight for Life and go vegan! It offers a comprehensive overview of our campaigns and achievements from the last 25 years.
Say no to animal corpse sites in Snowdonia!
Use your voice to say no to an animal carcass site!
The vegan-bashing continues
It feels like déjà vu. The Daily Mail is the latest paper to jump on the vegan-bashing bandwagon by suggesting that veganism could trigger eating disorders; as Cheltenham Ladies’ College introduces blood tests to monitor the health of their vegan students.
Cholesterol – is it all bad?
- Fats
- Heart Disease & Stroke
- Vegan diets
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.
Vegan hospital food – are we getting better?
- Vegan diets
Good nutrition is always important but especially so when you are ill or recovering in hospital. Sadly, too many vegan hospital patients are still being forced to go hungry or make their own arrangements.
