Our policies and strategies for public health are not enough to control the global obesity […]
Category: Food and Drinks
Your poo is (mostly) alive. Here’s what’s in it
Vegetarians have a higher water content in their stools. Those who consume less fiber and more […]
Everyday Foods You Might Not Know Are Ultra Processed – And How To Spot Them
Junk food can mean many different things to different individuals. The official dietary guidelines use […]
Sugar is bad for more than just calories
The UK’s new tax is aimed at reducing obesity in children. Too much sugar can cause […]
Personalised Nutrition is trendy. But can it really help us to eat less junk
These foods are also known as discretionary foods and include biscuits, sausages, sweetened drinks, alcohol, […]
A tax on sugary drinks could help to reduce obesity and its costs
The obesity epidemic is not just a problem for the individual but also has a […]
How do you decide if a sugary treat is too sweet or just right for you
This recently published study shows that a greater number of genes are involved than previously […]
Why Nairobi must spread the correct food message in an unhealthy environment
In spite of this, people do not consume enough fruit and vegetables. Over 75% of […]
The failure of self-regulation for junk food advertising
Industry self-regulation has failed to change the amount of fast food advertising targeting Australian children, […]
How are big companies able to make junk food so popular
Through pricing, marketing, and availability, our food environment has been, for many decades, encouraging to make unhealthy […]