Viva! Health unravels the most recent scientific research and makes it easy to understand. Here we update you on the latest findings…
Pine nuts
These delicious seeds are jam-packed with nutrients and have health-protective properties.
Global heating on the up – still no mention of animal agriculture
- Global warming
- The Environment
Global heating on the up, 1.6°C is now best-case scenario.
Covid-19 – veggie diets protect
- Covid-19
- Vegan diets
Yet more research showing how a plant-based diet may protect against Covid-19.
Live long and prosper on a vegan diet!
- Age Related Health Problems
- Vegan diets
Switching to a healthy vegan diet could add years to your life.
Ultra-processed foods – not a vegan issue
- Meat
- meat alternatives
- Vegan diets
The average UK teen gets two-thirds of their calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs), this is not a vegan issue.
Animal protein… yet another diabetes risk
- Diabetes
Animal protein intake was linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in this new study.
Iron from meat increases risk of diabetes
- Diabetes
New study finds those who consume the highest amount of haem iron from red meat have a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Meat and diabetes – all types of meat increase risk
- Diabetes
New research found all types of meat were linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes.
8 frightening facts about animal-based foods
- Dairy
- Factory farming
- Meat
We may have just missed Halloween but if you didn’t get your fill of frights, read on to discover eight frightening facts about animal-based foods.
Minty magic – not just for after dinner
- Fruits and Vegetables
Mint offers many health benefits beyond tasting fresh in your toothpaste! Find out more plus some of it’s more unusual uses here.



