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A plate is full of fibrous foods, such as whole grains and vegetables
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Why 96% of UK adults miss daily fibre goals (and how to fix it)

96% of UK adults miss the 30g daily fibre target. Learn why we're falling short, which high-fibre foods help, and simple swaps you can make to boost…
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Why dairy isn't the answer to UK iodine deficiency – despite what the Daily Mail says

Alarmists claim that unfortified plant-based milks are driving lower IQs. Dr Butler from Viva! explains why dairy isn't the solution to iodine deficiency
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Can CBD supplements cause liver damage in healthy adults?

Evidence found that 5.6% of healthy adults taking moderate CBD doses experienced elevated liver enzymes, raising concerns about unregulated CBD supplements
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UK junk food advertising ban finally launches, but the fight is far from over

The UK's new junk food advertising ban takes effect, and whilst some are praising it, others are saying that it doesn't go far enough.
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