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Can a sugar‑free diet really ‘conquer’ cancer?

Barbara O’Neill suggests sugar uniquely ‘feeds’ cancer and tailored diets can conquer it. This fact‑check explains why that’s misleading and what major cancer bodies recommend.

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Why milk’s protein casein isn’t ‘one of the strongest promoters of cancer’?

A viral Plant Based News clip incorrectly claims casein, the main protein in milk, is ‘one of the strongest promoters of cancer’, despite the opposing scientific evidence.

A person eats a croissant whilst in a Parisian cafe

Does eating croissants really raise cancer risk? Fact-checking France’s cadmium warning and what it means for the UK

France’s cadmium warning is real, but croissants aren’t uniquely “cancerous” – the risk comes from lifelong exposure to cadmium in many staples.

Various jars of seeds, including hemp, flax, and chia seeds

Are hemp, flax and chia seeds causing “major disruptions in hormones”?

Flax, chia and hemp seeds contain phytoestrogens — but evidence suggests they don't disrupt hormones and may support long-term health for most people.

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