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Opinion
OPINION
Nutrition

Is animal protein really superior for muscle growth? The scoring system examined

Many people mention "protein quality" when discussing different protein sources, but what does that mean, and how important is it?
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OPINION
Health

Did the new dietary guidelines clear saturated fat? The claim fact-checked

Did the 2025–2030 US Dietary Guidelines clear saturated fat? We fact-check the viral claim that saturated fat from animal products is now safe
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OPINION
Health

Does intermittent fasting beat regular dieting? A major new review checks the claim

Many celebrities praise intermittent fasting for helping them to lose weight, but the latest evidence questions its effectiveness
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Ethics

If pigs spend 80% of their lives indoors, how can the label say "outdoor bred"?

Undercover footage from an RSPCA Assured pig farm shows what "outdoor bred" really means, and this pattern that runs across the entire meat and dairy...
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