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Intermittent fasting: if you’re struggling to lose weight, this might be why

Intermittent fasting is a way of losing weight that favours flexibility over calorie counting. It restricts the time you are allowed to eat, which reduces...

Many supermarket meat products may have multidrug-resistant bacteria

A new study found that 40% of meat samples tested had bacteria called E. coli that were resistant to multiple antibiotics.

Vitamin D may play key role in beating COVID-19 pneumonia

A new study led by scientists from Lankenau Institute for Medical Research suggests that higher vitamin D intake can help fight off COVID-19.

Vegan diet could protect against heart disease

Researchers from New York University have found that a vegan diet may help reduce the risk of heart disease. Coronary artery disease is a type...

Is intermittent fasting actually good for weight loss? Here’s what the evidence says

If you’re someone who’s thought about losing weight or has wanted to get healthier in the past few years, you’ve probably come across these...

Mediterranean diet could help reduce risk of skin cancer

Skin cancer is a serious and common health concern, with the potential to cause significant health problems if left untreated. However, a new study conducted...

What to know about supplements and cancer

From vitamin A capsules to herbal teas and zinc tablets, dietary supplements come in all shapes and sizes. But are they a good fit...

Can oily fish, cherries or milk help you sleep? Here’s what the evidence shows

Almost one in five British people report they don’t get enough sleep each night. The problem is so bad that in total the UK...

Pre-workout supplements: why five of the six most common ingredients probably aren’t helping you

When it comes to getting in shape, many people are willing to try any tricks they need to reach their goals faster. For many...

Coffee may not increase high blood pressure risk in older women

In a new study, scientists from Stanford and other research institutions decided to investigate the impact of coffee consumption on high blood pressure risk...