Viva! Health unravels the most recent scientific research and makes it easy to understand. Here we update you on the latest findings…
Vitamin D – should you be taking a supplement?
- Immunity
- Vitamins and Minerals
In spring and summer, most people in the UK can get enough vitamin D through the action of sunlight on the skin, but in the winter months, a supplement is required, and for some people, it is a good idea to take one all year round.
How a vegan diet can improve cognitive health
Following a vegan diet can help improve cognitive health! Over 850,000 people in the United Kingdom have dementia. As time goes on, that number may increase to over 1.6 million.
Metabolic syndrome
Several studies looking at the diets of middle-aged and elderly people of different ethnicities show that vegetarians are at a much lower risk of metabolic syndrome than meat-eaters.
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a condition characterised by widespread pain, painful response to pressure, morning stiffness, fatigue, sleep disturbances and can include many other health issues.
