Viva! Health unravels the most recent scientific research and makes it easy to understand. Here we update you on the latest findings…
A diet that is better for you is also better for the planet
- The Environment
- Vegan diets
The diet that is healthiest for the planet is also healthiest for humans.
Pastures degraded – overuse and climate chaos to blame
- Environment
- Global warming
- World hunger
Half the world’s pastureland has been degraded by overexploitation and the impact of climate chaos, putting food supplies in peril.
Vegan diet benefits those with type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes
We know a low-fat vegan diet can help people with type 2 diabetes, it may be beneficial for those with type 1 too.
Fish oil supplements may increase risk of heart conditions and stroke
- Fish oil
- Heart disease
Fish oil supplements don’t lower the risk of heart disease and may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation.
Bone health – it’s all about quality
- Bone health
- Osteoporosis
New research offers reassurance to vegans.
8 plant milks with unique powers
- Dairy
- healthy diet
- healthy vegan
- Vegan diets
We dig into the differences between some popular plant milks and examine the unique benefits of each.
Processed meat and risk of dementia
- Dementia & Alzheimer's
- Diet and dementia
- Meat
- Processed meat
More research links processed meats to dementia and cognitive decline.
Alternatives to Animal Proteins
- Protein
- Vegan diets
What are the alternatives to the protein found in animals foods and which ones are healthiest?
10 benefits of gut bacteria
It is becoming clearer that these magical microbes have a massive effect on all aspects of our health.
Tomatoes and peppers – battle of the nutrients
- Fruits and Vegetables
Tomatoes and peppers complement each other well in terms of flavour, texture and nutritional content and can be included in a healthy, varied, vegan diet.
