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Vegetarian diets and cancer

A major new study funded by World Cancer Research Fund has revealed how non-meat diets may help reduce the risk of specific cancer types

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Healthy New You: Anticancer: A New Way of Life – review

A woman with blonde hair sits indoors and reads the book Anticancer: A New Way of Life by David Servan-Schreiber, holding it open in front of her face.

Healthy New You: Anticancer: A New Way of Life – review

As part of our series reviewing media that could inspire your journey to better health in 2024, Diana Mackie reads Anticancer: A New Way of Life.

Healthy New You: The Diary Of A CEO podcast – review

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Healthy New You: The Diary Of A CEO podcast – review

As part of our series reviewing media that could inspire your journey to better health in 2024, Marianne Kellner listens to The Diary Of A CEO.

Healthy New You: Ultra-Processed People – review

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Healthy New You: Ultra-Processed People – review

As part of our series reviewing media that could inspire your journey to better health in 2024, Penny Woods reads Ultra-Processed People

Healthy New You: Zoe Health podcast – review

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Healthy New You: Zoe Health podcast – review

As part of our series reviewing media that could inspire your journey to better health in 2024, Rob Mansfield listens to the Zoe Health podcast.

Mindful eating: a tool for a healthier you

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Mindful eating: a tool for a healthier you

What is mindful eating? Our expert Raffaella Masselli explains how to eat mindfully, and what the 5 ‘Ss’ of mindful eating are.

Vigorous exercise and the science behind exercise snacking

Vigorous exercise and the science behind exercise snacking

Promising research shows that even tiny amounts of activity can dramatically reduce cancer risk, which could be a game-changer for people who don’t like to exercise.

From semolina to spam: shared memories of school dinners

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From semolina to spam: shared memories of school dinners

Children eat more than 1,300 school dinners during the primary years and many of us remember the good – and the bad. We asked staff and supporters – plus a dinner lady – to share their thoughts.

Veganuary: what you need to know if you’re going vegan

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Veganuary: what you need to know if you’re going vegan

Matt Lambert, WCRF nutritionist, gives advice on a healthy vegan diet for Veganuary

Are alcohol-free drinks any better for us?

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Are alcohol-free drinks any better for us?

Sales of alcohol-free or lower alcohol drinks continue to rise, with low-alcohol beers proving especially popular. But are they a healthy alternative?

Be active at Christmas to cut your risk of cancer

Be active at Christmas to cut your risk of cancer

We encourage people to boot up and go for a walk after their Christmas meal

What does a nutritionist eat for Christmas dinner?

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What does a nutritionist eat for Christmas dinner?

Raffaella Masselli’s Christmas feast is a festive fusion, embracing the best of South African and Italian tastes.

Brussels sprouts have as much vitamin C as oranges – and plenty of other health benefits

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Brussels sprouts have as much vitamin C as oranges – and plenty of other health benefits

For many people, Christmas dinner is not complete without a side helping of brussels sprouts. But if you’re not a convert, perhaps these health benefits will convince you to give them a second chance.

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