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Top 4 foods for high cholesterol

High cholesterol is one of the top risk factors for cardiovascular disease. A sedentary lifestyle, smoking, alcohol and poor eating habits can all contribute to elevated cholesterol. But what are the best foods to eat for high cholesterol?

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What are the best foods for health and longevity?

It comes as no surprise that the foods we eat can have a major impact on our wellbeing. Some diets such as the Mediterranean diet are well-known to have beneficial effects on our health. But what foods do longevity diets have in common - what are the best foods for health and longevity?

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How much protein should a balanced diet contain per day?

Protein is just one of the macronutrients we need as part of a healthy diet. There is a lot of focus on protein and its role in human health, but how much protein should a balanced diet contain per day?

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Is keto bad for you?

Keto diets have become very popular for weight loss in recent years. However, there are potential health consequences that you should be aware of before giving into this fad.

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What is mindful eating?

Mindfulness is a concept that refers to the act of being aware of our thoughts, feelings and emotions. While we may typically associate mindfulness with meditation and spiritual practices, how does mindfulness relate to food? And what is mindful eating?

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What is a blue zone?

Blue Zones are special geographical areas in the world where people live longer, but what is the secret to their longevity? Let's find out what Blue Zones are and what we can learn from the centenarians who live there.

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Is a low carb diet healthy?

Low carb diets, keto, Atkins…we have all heard about these dietary patterns, but what are the implications for our health? And is a low carb diet healthy?

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How to test for gluten intolerance

There is a lot of hype around gluten-free products and myths around the effects of gluten on health, but for those of us who are sensitive to gluten, how do you test for gluten intolerance?

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What is the best diet for heart health?

Find out how what you eat in your diet can affect your heart, and what is the best diet for heart health.

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Should I take a fibre supplement?

What's the link between fibre, food and gut health: everything you need to know about whether or not you should take a fibre supplement.

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