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Should you throw out all your plastic containers? A fact-check on microplastics and kitchen safety

Yes, plastic kitchenware can release microplastics after intensive use, but that doesn't mean that you need to throw out your plastic utensils!

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No, your milk isn’t full of pus. But here’s what is in it

Many vegan organizations claim that milk is full of pus, but this claim mispresents the truth.

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The surprising reality about blood sugar spikes (it’s not what you think)

While some online influencers argue we should carefully monitor our blood glucose to flatten every spike, others say sharper spikes are beneficial. This fact check unpacks this debate and explores what is normal and what isn't when it comes to glucose fluctuations.

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Can freezing white bread make it healthier? Here’s what you need to know

People claim it can improve your blood sugar response, but is it true?

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What does 'free range' really mean? The facts behind the label

People often imagine animals in free-range farms as roaming freely in lush pastures. In reality, some free-range animals may never step foot outside.

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What does “grass-fed” really mean? The meaning behind the label

Yes, cows might be fed grass, but that doesn't always mean that they're out on grassy fields.

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How GLP-1 drugs are reshaping what we eat and why it matters for the planet

GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are quietly reshaping diets away from beef and ultra-processed foods toward plants, creating a rare chance to improve our food system.

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The menopause gold rush: when women's health becomes a market, who actually benefits?

Menopause talk has surged online, but influencers and brands often prioritise profit over evidence, fuelling misinformation at women's expense

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Unpacking the shift: why consumers are moving away from plant-based meat

SPOILER - Yes, plant-based meat sales have dropped, but it's because people are swapping to less processed plant-based proteins.

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Can slaughter ever be humane? A closer look at the industry standard

Is "humane slaughter" a genuine practice, or is it just humane-washing?

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The hidden story after Ozempic: Why weight often comes back when GLP‑1s end

GLP-1s work,but stop taking them, and the weight creeps back. We explore the fix in this article.

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