Diet and nutrition

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Lobbying from health harming industries must be addressed, report claims

Leading public health experts are calling on members of Parliament (MPs) to protect the health of their constituents and ‘wise up’ to lobbying tactics...

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Replacing sugary drinks with water is essential for overall health

Researchers have encouraged people to increase water intake and discourage sugary beverage consumption. The call follows an assessment of healthy...

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Sugary drink consumption has risen globally among young people

A study has estimated that at least 10 per cent of youth worldwide consume more than seven servings of sugary drinks per week.

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Ultra-processed foods saturate baby food market causing serious concerns

A report released in June 2024, by First Steps Nutrition Trust, has exposed how ultra-processed foods (UPF) exist across all product categories on the...

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Eating less sugar alongside a healthy diet can decrease your biological age

Research released by the University of California, San Francisco, has found a link between following a diet that is rich in vitamins and minerals,...

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No ‘safe’ level to drink alcohol, study reveals

A study released in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs has revealed that moderate drinking is not linked to a longer life expectancy.

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Ultra-processed foods make up two-thirds of calorie intake

UK adolescents get around two-thirds of their daily calories from ultra-processed foods (UPFs), research funded by NIHR's School for Public Health...

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‘Hidden sugars’ causing tooth decay, study reveals

Data released by the Oral Health Foundation has revealed alarming sugar consumption habits in the UK, sparking concern among health experts.

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Smoking linked to cognitive decline among older adults, says study

​Smoking may be among the most important lifestyle factors affecting how quickly our cognitive skills decline as we age, suggests a study led by...

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Sugar tax reduced adult consumption by two teaspoons a day

Daily sugar intake fell by around 5g in children and 11g in adults in the 12 months following the introduction of the UK’s ‘sugar tax’ in 2018,...

Food, glorious food!

Laura Lane discusses the tasty truth about dental health and nutrition.

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Food experts call on the government to reverse declines in children’s health

The Food Foundation, alongside food experts and campaigners, is calling for the next government to address the decline in children’s health.