First, let's answer the more general question: "Are smoothies good for you?"
Smoothies are crushed fruit and/or vegetables blended with ice with the addition of other things, such as... Читать далее
To answer this question, we should start with a definition of 'the healthiest'. According to the National Diet and Nutrition Survey, the British population has tremendously high intakes... Читать далее
It can be challenging to stick to New Year’s Resolutions so distilling them down into goals is a more achievable approach – especially if you write them down. Research has found you’re... Читать далее
Lecturer in Sustainability Science at the University of Southampton. (Co)author of over 30 peer reviewed science papers and book chapters, and over 35 popular science and environmental articles. @JamesGDyke
Humans evolved to eat meat. Carnivory shaped Homo sapiens bodies and behaviour. We have forward facing eyes, pointed canine teeth, and a digestive system that can efficiently process... Читать далее
There has been a lot of attention in the media recently on vegetarian diets, vegan diets, and the movement towards plant-based eating, as well as initiatives like “meat-free” Monday. It’s... Читать далее
When we talk about anything being healthy/unhealthy, the most important thing is not really a composition of the single food item you consume during the day, but the balance in the diet... Читать далее
Even though the question focuses on diet, I would de-emphasise that initially and start with vegan philosophy - the thing that drives a vegan's diet. Veganism is a radical justice-for-all... Читать далее
Drink lots of water. In the colder months the furnace and forced air tend to dry out our skin and the environment indoors. Not to mention when outside the wind and cold seem to dry us out... Читать далее
Lecturer in School of Life and Health Sciences & ARCHA , Aston University. ARCHA Clinical/Community Engagement Lead. Author of 'From Bird Ponds to Monsters: A History of Diabetes', @afatscientist.
How can I go vegan without it impacting negatively on my health?
Veganism seems to be eternally accompanied by polemic views on its relative contribution to human health, and this lack of clarity can prevent some people from considering adopting this... Читать далее
The preservation of fruit and vegetables via freezing or heat treatment and canning inevitably leads to the losses of some nutrients. Some of them are stable, e.g. fibre and some of them... Читать далее