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Does Turmeric help improve eyesight? Is Quinoa good for you? Should you be eating more Cacao powder? The internet is full of claims that eating this food or that one will incur special health benefits.
In the Foods section our academics and medical professionals investigate claims like these & provide answers according to the research. Armed with this information you can avoid hype, save money, and help friends and family make wiser decisions when it comes to their health.
10 Health Benefits of Coconut Oil That Someone Just Made Up
‘Have you heard that coconut oil is tipped for the Nobel Prize this year?’ announced a speaker at a recent medical conference that I attended. ‘I have seen so many Facebook posts and Pinterest infographics listing all the benefits of coconut that I am sure that it...
10 Benefits of Lemon Water That Someone Just Made Up
Now what could possibly be better than starting the day with a tall glass of cool refreshing lemon water or cradling a cup of lemon infused warm water? According to a number of bloggers this morning ritual brings a myriad of health benefits including immune...
Frozen vs Fresh: You Might Be Surprised By The Results
Frozen food often conjures up an image of questionable burger patties, peas and tubs of ice cream but is frozen produce the way of the future for healthy eating? Many people have negative associations with frozen cuisine but some recent studies suggest that we...
Research Suggests There Is Such a Thing as Drinking Too Much Water
"Drink More Water" is drilled into us from all angles these days. Whether it is for better skin, better brain function, better energy levels, better organ function or even for a better bikini body. We, as humans, are made up of approximately 66% water. H2O runs...
Your New Years Detox Might Be Dangerous for Your Health Says Research
Whether it is to rapidly shed pounds before bikini season or simply to cleanse your body of toxins for overall wellness; detox pills, drinks and regimes are waiting in the wings ready to tempt the willing participant. All of these body cleansing & detoxing...
These Are the Top Five Destructive Nutrition Lies and Myths Ever Told
Health advice can be confusing to say the least. One day we are told that something is good for us, the next a new study tells us it is bad for us. No wonder confusion reigns and myths are formed and widely shared. There are many of them, too many to mention and below...