‘Natural’ isn’t the same thing as healthful. You can have too much of a good thing, and taking action can be worse than doing nothing.
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There are no vitamin patches listed on the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods and there’s not enough evidence to show they work better than tablets.
Ginger, a staple spice in this Christmas confection, may help reduce the risk of colds and help with digestion.
The turkey doesn’t have to be the star this Thanksgiving. Vegetable side dishes are packed with nutrients − depending on how you prepare them, they can help keep you energized this holiday season.
Functional foods − which should not be confused with ‘superfoods’ − possess specific components that contribute to better health.
No, we shouldn’t all rush out to buy multivitamin supplements. Here’s what this new study actually found.
As tempting as it is, it is not possible to “supplement” oneself out of a bad lifestyle.
There’s a common perception that supplements are harmless. But they can be dangerous at incorrect dosages.
Here are some simple things you can do everyday to help your immune system fight off infections.
A medical myth persists that the B vitamin thiamine is a systemic insect repellent that wards off mosquitoes when taken orally. But scientists have disproven this mistaken belief again and again.
Pumpkins are a versatile fruit that can be prepared in many different ways.
Diets high in fat, sugar and processed foods are associated with higher calorie intake, poorer memory and lower cognitive function.
Current expiration date system leads to confused consumers and wasted food.
Despite the popular belief that vitamin E and beta carotene supplements help prevent heart disease and cancer, the latest research suggests they do not – but the supplements do have potential risks.
Heat can release bound up nutrients from vegetables.
Sales of vitamins are booming in pandemic times. But is there any evidence that vitamin and mineral supplements can protect you from COVID or help you recover from infection?
Apart from being a jewel of Canada’s culinary heritage, maple syrup has a complex chemical constitution.
People who don’t drink milk can choose other foods to get the calcium, protein, vitamins and minerals their bodies need.
Sugar gets a bad rap, but exactly which sugar is meant? Nutrient-dense sweet ripe fruits are a far cry from refined table sugar – and their differences can have big health implications.
The FDA has largely lost its ability to regulate the myriad pills, powders and potions that promise to grow muscle, shed body fat and improve your focus.
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Laureate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
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Programme Lead Nutrition and Health, Edge Hill University
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Professor of Biochemistry, University of Aberdeen
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Clinical Dietitian, University of Virginia
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Health activist, Medreach Pty Ltd., Bond University
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Honorary Associate Professor in Pharmacy Practice, Monash University
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Associate Professor and Senior Specialist Endocrinologist, University of Adelaide
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Professor of Oncology, University of Tasmania
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Professor of Dermatology, The University of Melbourne
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Clinical Affiliate, University of Sydney
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Chair of the University of Sydney Cancer Research Network and Associate Dean of Research at the Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney
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Honorary Research Fellow, Macquarie University
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PhD student, University of Exeter
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Professor of Genetic Epidemiology, King's College London
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Director of Cancer Programs, Cancer Council NSW; PhD Candidate in Nutrition & Dietetics, University of Sydney
