Pandemic alcohol consumption impact
Shifts in alcohol consumption during the pandemic could lead to thousands of extra deaths in England: two new studies from…
Nutrition
Junk food ad restrictions save £200M
Junk food advertising restrictions prevent almost 100,000 obesity cases and is expected to save the NHS £200m. Restrictions on advertising…
How does stress affect the eyes?
How does stress affect the eyes? It’s well known that excess stress can have physical long-term effects as well as…
School dinners using ultra-processed foods
Ultra-processed foods make up almost two-thirds of Britain’s school meals: School meals in the UK contain lots of highly processed foods,…
Can the super-lean really eat what they like?
Can some people really eat what they like and not gain weight? Scientists shed light on the diet and lifestyles…
People at risk from obesity overlooked in trials
People at most risk from obesity often not represented by weight management trials: Clinical trials of treatments for obesity are…
Vitamins to manage burnout and stress
Vitamins to manage burnout and stress: In a demanding and fast-paced world, a raging pandemic that has seen many contend…
Genes reveal coffee is safe during pregnancy
Genes reveal coffee is safe during pregnancy: University of Queensland researchers have found enjoying a daily latte or long black…
Micronutrition ameliorates allergy symptoms
Targeted micronutrition ameliorates allergy symptoms: Micronutrient deficiencies can promote inflammation and render the immune system particularly sensitive to allergenic substances.…
Obesity fuelling fatty liver disease
Obesity fuelling fatty liver disease 'ticking time-bomb', warns British Liver Trust: Rocketing rates of obesity are putting millions at risk…