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Why the Dave Asprey "Meat Pyramid” presents a misleading picture

Is Dave Asprey's food pyramid scientifically accurate? This fact-check reveals why the Bulletproof founder's meat-heavy dietary visual is misleading.
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Should we be afraid of lectins? What the science actually says

Lectins in oats, cashews and brown rice aren’t “scary” when cooked; this fact-check explains what lectins are, real risks, and why these plant foods remain safe
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Do plant milks really harm our IQ?

This fact-check assesses how a misleading headline shapes assumptions about plant-based milks and IQ, and summarises what you need to know about iodine deficiency in UK women of childbearing age and pregnancy
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A woman holds a chicken leg and a packet of pasta, comparing the claimed benefits of animal products to manage type-2 diabetes.
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Can we reverse Type 2 Diabetes with an animal-based diet?

Some claims that an animal-based diet can reverse type 2 diabetes oversimplify the science. Cutting whole food groups isn’t supported by science. Here’s how to spot evidence-based advice.
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