Client weight loss, improves knee Osteoarthritis, kidney function
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Client weight loss, improves knee Osteoarthritis, kidney function

The kidneys are vital organs that continuously filter the blood, removing metabolic waste products and excess fluid to produce urine. They also help maintain the body’s balance of water, electrolytes and minerals such as sodium, potassium, calcium and phosphorus. In addition, the kidneys play important hormonal roles, including helping regulate blood pressure, stimulate red blood cell production and activate vitamin D for healthy bonesOsteoarthritis of the knee involves progressive changes to the joint structures, particularly the articular cartilage, subchondral bone and surrounding tissues. As the…......
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Fried foods, anxiety and depression
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Do fried foods increase the risks of anxiety and depression?

Human-authored, evidence-based - 5 min read Anxiety and depression are among the most common mental health disorders worldwide. At the same time, fried foods, now a staple of the Western diet, are becoming increasingly consumed globally. Previous research has linked higher intake of fried and processed and beer with an increased risk of both anxiety and depression. Despite this, relatively few studies have explored the potential role of acrylamide in mental health. Understanding this connection could help shape future public health strategies and dietary approaches…......
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Vegetarian diets
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Vegetarian diets reduces risk of various cancers, but may increase others

Human authored, evidenced-based, 7 min read According to data from the World health organisation (WHO), cancer rates have increased world-wide (1), including Gibraltar (2). Cancer is a leading cause of mortality, accounting for nearly one in six deaths. The WHO predicts over 35 million new cancer cases may be expected by 2050 (3), and that four in ten cancer case may be prevented highlighting the needs for effective preventative measures. Physical activity, and dietary patterns that prioritise fruit, vegetables, and fibre-containing foods, and avoid processed…......
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Health benefits of avocado
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Evidence-based health benefits of Hass avocado

Human authored, evidenced-based – 8 min read The health benefits of avocadoThis blog post will evaluate the published research discussing the benefits of consuming an avocado-rich diet to that of a number of avocado-free diets on various health outcomes, with a particular emphasis on the Hass avocado variety. Nutritional composition of avocadosThe humble avocado (Persea americana) is a tropical fruit that grows almost everywhere in the world but originated in Mexico and South America. There are 50 different types of avocado, but the most well-known…......
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UK court rules against Oatly using ‘milk’ on their ‘diary’ drinks
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UK court rules against Oatly using ‘milk’ on their ‘diary’ drinks

Fact checked - 8 min read Oat ‘milk’ vs real milk, what the law actually saysIn recently published news, Oatly has lost a long-running UK legal battle (1) to use the word ‘milk’ on their (oat) milk alternatives, reigniting debate as to what can legally be called ‘milk.’ UK courts ruled that certain marketing uses of the word ‘milk’ for oat-based drinks are restricted under UK and retained EU food-labelling law. These regulations reserve the term ‘milk’ for normal mammary secretions from animals, with only…......
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Routine blood test reveals elevated uric acid & liver enzymes
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Routine blood test reveals elevated uric acid & liver enzymes

Evidence-based - 5 min read PRESENTATIONAn overweight male client with a with history of gastrointestinal symptoms, hypertension, spinal hernia and 'healthy eating habits' recently come to me for dietary and lifestyle support.A ROUTINE BLOOD TESTA routine blood test (fig. 1) revealed a few imbalances, chiefly moderately elevated LIVER ENZYMES and excessively high URIC ACID, the highest iv ever seen in literally hundreds of bloods tests i've requested and analysed through the years. The client had no past knowledge of these blood imbalances. He had no…......
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