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Nutrition

Regular articles on all things nutrition and food. Backed by science, written and fact-checked by qualified professionals.
Is fat bad for you?

Nutrition

Is fat bad for you?

Fat's been demonised for decades, but is it really that bad? No. Find out why as we dive into three reasons why fat is good for you.

What to eat during your menstrual cycle

Nutrition

What to eat during your menstrual cycle

You may have heard on how to match your diet to each phase of your cycle, but it doesn't need to be that complicated - find out why.

The best diet for weight loss

Nutrition

The best diet for weight loss

Most weight loss diets work by reducing your calorie intake in some way. Are carbs bad? Is calorie counting good? Learn the best way to lose weight.

Feel hungry all the time? Here’s why

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Feel hungry all the time? Here’s why

Sick of feeling hungry all the time and want to know how to tackle it? Look no further as we unpack the real science of why you're hungry all the time.

Keto diet: What is it and is it good for you?

Nutrition

Keto diet: What is it and is it good for you?

The keto diet is now one of the most popular diets for weight loss, but what is it and how does it work? Find out in our comprehensive guide.

7-day Christmas meal plan: How to eat healthily this Christmas

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7-day Christmas meal plan: How to eat healthily this Christmas

Healthy eating isn't just for January; find out how to eat healthily and enjoy your favourite Christmas foods this holiday season with our 7-day meal plan.

5 weight loss foods to enjoy | Dietitian approved

Nutrition

5 weight loss foods to enjoy | Dietitian approved

Think weight loss is all about low-calorie foods and shakes? Think again. Include these five weight-loss foods in your diet to boost weight loss.

Is salt bad for you?

Nutrition

Is salt bad for you?

Guidelines recommend limiting salt intake, as they suggest too much salt leads to heart disease. But what does the science say? Is salt itself unhealthy?

7-day budget meal plan

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7-day budget meal plan

Healthy eating doesn't have to break the bank! Follow this 7-day budget meal plan developed by our dietitians to find out how.

How to avoid the afternoon crash

Nutrition

How to avoid the afternoon crash

It's very common to experience an afternoon crash and sugar and caffeine tend to make the problem worse, so what's the answer?

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