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A group of athletes drink electrolyte drinks
Fact Check
OPINION
Nutrition

When you really need electrolyte drinks (and when plain water is enough)

Plain water is enough for most people, electrolyte drinks are mainly useful during heavy sweating, illness, or endurance exercise, and regulated tap water is generally safe.
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OPINION
Health

Why are more young adults are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes & why it matters

Increasing numbers of young adults are being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, but what's causing this rise?
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Cross-sections of high-fibre fruits including apple, pear, kiwi and berries on a wooden board
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OPINION
Health

Does the type of fibre in fruit actually affect your blood sugar?

Does it matter whether your fruit contains more soluble vs insoluble fibre?
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OPINION
Nutrition

The kombucha paradox: measurable effects, uncertain wellbeing benefits

The drink may alter aspects of metabolism, but showing a meaningful wellbeing benefit requires much stronger evidence.
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