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An illustration displays a variety of colorful fruits, including oranges, grapefruit, bananas, papaya, mango, and kiwi, along with some pills and chemical structures drawn in white. This collection of items likely represents sources of folic acid or nutrients relevant to children's health and development.
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Yes, folic acid is synthetic, but that doesn’t mean it’s harming your child’s behaviour

This influencer says folic acid in food sabotages your health, but what if it’s actually doing the opposite?
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A colorful illustration features a bowl containing a variety of healthy foods. Included are rice, carrots, broccoli, edamame, and tempeh. These components together suggest a meal that is protein-rich (thanks to the tempeh) and beneficial for gut health.
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OPINION
Health

The high-protein, gut-friendly food that's been a staple for centuries. And it's going mainstream

From gut health to heart health, this fermented food checks more boxes than your average protein bar
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A stylized digital illustration of a high-protein meal spread, featuring various foods like eggs, beef, salmon, cheese, tofu, black beans, broccoli, and couscous, all arranged neatly on colorful plates and bowls—visually highlighting diverse sources of dietary protein from both animal and plant origins.
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Nutrition

The facts about protein: why science says more isn’t always better

The Glucose Goddess claims that we should all aim for 2g of protein per kg of body weight every day. What do the experts think?
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An illustration shows a black and white cow standing in a field that transitions from green grass to yellow flowers. The scene depicts a natural, pastoral setting. This imagery represents the traditional source of butter (dairy) in contrast to fields that yield ingredients for plant-based oils.
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OPINION
Health

The great fat debate: what science really says about butter and plant oils

We dig into the fat facts to settle what’s hype, what’s harmful, and what’s heart-healthy
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