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A mother and child are being told by an influencer to not eat Easter candy. This represents a trend of health influencers spreading fear about ingredients present in candy.

Influencer suggests Easter candy treats are dangerous. Here's what you need to know

This is part of a social media trend advocating for food swaps that will instantly improve your health. But it misses the big picture, read on to find…

Two raw marbled beef steaks on a wooden board with sprigs of rosemary and black peppercorns

Eddie Abbew’s claims on red meat: what you need to know

Eddie Abbew claims that eating red meat only for a month is the best way to reduce inflammation, but how does this compare to the scientific evidence?

Salmon fillet and sardines on ice beside bowls of flaxseeds, chia seeds and walnuts, with omega-3 capsules and seaweed.

Omega-3 fatty acids: evaluating the role of fish and plant sources

Fish provides EPA and DHA directly; plants provide ALA which converts poorly. Here's what the evidence shows for vegans concerned about omega-3 adequacy.

A varied spread of protein-rich whole foods — eggs, salmon, grilled chicken, lentils, tofu, cheese, almonds and Greek yoghurt — on a wooden table

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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