Diet & Food
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How cutting weight saves a nation’s lives
A slight drop in the population’s weight could significantly cut the rate of people dying from diabetes and heart disease, new research suggests. Read more
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How diseases of affluence are going global
A British-led study has become the latest to point out that diseases of affluence – such as heart disease and obesity – now afflict much of the world. Read more
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‘Reassuring’ finding over breast cancer survival
Drinking alcohol makes no impact on a woman’s chances of surviving breast cancer – and moderate drinkers might actually benefit because of a reduced risk from heart disease. Read more
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Food labelling call to save lives
A world-leading allergy expert has called for food labelling to be used across the world to help people who suffer from food allergies. Read more
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How red meat, energy drinks endanger heart
Researchers say they have found a compound in red meat that directly contributes to the development of heart disease. Read more
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Obesity genes unveiled
Seven new genes have been linked to obesity, it was announced last night. Read more
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Less salt, more potassium ‘saves lives’
Reducing salt intake and increasing potassium would save millions of lives every year from heart disease and stroke, three new reports claim. Read more
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Fibre link to reducing stroke risk
Increasing fibre intake can help to reduce the risk of a first-time stroke, new research has uncovered. Read more
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Heavier women carry pregnancy risks
Pregnant women who are overweight or obese may need specialist care that is not offered under current guidelines, researchers warn today. Read more
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Pregnancy sunshine vitamin problem
Pregnant women who are low in the "sunshine vitamin" D may have an increased risk of a range of health problems, researchers warn today. Read more