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Will new junk food legislation work?

The UK government’s long-awaited junk food advertising restrictions have come into force at the start of 2026

What’s changing?
Life as a dietitian
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Life as a dietitian

Ever thought, ‘what do dietitians do?’ Marina gives us an insight

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Reducing NCDs after COVID-19: a missed opportunity?
Danielle Edge

Reducing NCDs after COVID-19: a missed opportunity?

The 73rd World Health Assembly focused on tackling the pandemic and building a better world of health after COVID-19

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Diets in Germany and cancer risk
German translation of the third expert report publication

Diets in Germany and cancer risk

The executive summary of TER has been translated into German, so Prof Leitzmann takes a look at the impact it may have

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Snack smart while at home
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Snack smart while at home

Choosing the wrong type of snacks can lead to an unhealthy diet, so here are our top tips for smart snacking

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Why COVID-19 is making us drink more – and how to cut down
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Why COVID-19 is making us drink more – and how to cut down

Tips for avoiding excess food and alcohol during times of stress

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Give a recipe this Giving Tuesday
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Give a recipe this Giving Tuesday

Cook it, snap it, pass it on!

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Cooked tomatoes can reduce the risk of prostate cancer
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Cooked tomatoes can reduce the risk of prostate cancer

Emerging research suggests cooked – rather than raw – tomatoes may have a significant role to play in reducing prostate cancer

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Cancer prevention and COVID-19

Cancer prevention and COVID-19

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The 2.6 Challenge: saving UK charities
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The 2.6 Challenge: saving UK charities

Want to be part of something bigger?

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Obesity and coronavirus (COVID-19)
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Obesity and coronavirus (COVID-19)

What are the links between obesity and COVID-19?

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Stay in, workout!
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Stay in, workout!

Try out these exercises in and around your home to stay active during the coronavirus pandemic

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Links between coronavirus, nutrition and the immune system
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Links between coronavirus, nutrition and the immune system

Can you boost your immune system to protect yourself from COVID-19?

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