Are These Supplements Killing Us?

“Some supplements linked to increased risk of death”, reads a terrifying headline in The Guardian. Of course, the moment I see something like this, my sceptic sense begins tingling… First of all, which supplements are they talking about? And even then, at what doses? So, I delved into the data to find out for you.…

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UK Government vs Food Industry: Measures to Halve Child Obesity by 2030

Have you heard this? It’s been all over the news… The UK government just released a staggeringly lengthy list of measures to tackle child obesity. And things are being shaken up! Chefs are panicking. Food companies are furious. TV producers trembling. I’ve received countless questions about this… So what’s my take? First, let’s look at…

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Intermittent Fasting: Good or Bad for Your Gut Bacteria?

Ever been told you need more bacterial diversity? (You probably did hear that, from me!). Yes, we do need a more “diverse” bacterial garden to reap all kinds of benefits – from a lower body weight to sharper senses… But what happens if we skip a few meals? Would these tiny helpers in our gut…

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