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OPINION
Health

Is ginger good for you? Or are the benefits of this "superfood" overstated?

Many people eat ginger when they're feeling unwell, but are ginger's health benefits anecdotal or based in evidence? We find out in this fact-check!
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A monkey sits chained looking sad. The monkey is used for forced labour in a coconut farm.
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OPINION
Ethics

Forced monkey labour on coconut farms: what you need to know and how to shop ethically

Monkeys are routinely used to harvest coconuts on Thai farms under conditions animal welfare groups describe as cruel. Here's how to identify ethical…
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"Food policy expert Gavin Wren breaks down Greggs’ research into vegan sausage rolls, labelling, and consumer awareness"
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Food Systems

Why more meat‑eaters are quietly choosing the vegan sausage roll at Greggs​

"Food policy expert Gavin Wren breaks down Greggs’ research into vegan sausage rolls, labelling, and consumer awareness"
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A confused-looking man stands between two animated health professionals, each holding documents and passionately explaining. Question marks hover above their heads, symbolizing conflicting advice. This image reflects the theme of the article, which questions who is truly qualified to give nutrition advice and highlights the confusion caused by misinformation and differing expert opinions.
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Who's really qualified to give nutrition advice online? Here’s what you need to know

Having a large following or six-pack abs doesn't qualify someone to give nutrition advice. Here's what credentials actually exist and how to spot the…
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