How South Africa is fighting its sugar-fueled diabetes epidemic
According to the World Health Organisation, four times as many people today have Type II diabetes as they did 36…
Category: Food and Drinks
How the sense of taste changes with age
It isn’t easy to describe the complex nature of taste. The sensation is not experienced through one sense (like when…
You Can Thaw and Refreeze Meat
Most fridges are filled with food and beverages to share with friends and family during this time of the year.…
Tips to stay healthy during the festive season
You must adhere to the limitations on the number of people who can gather within your state or territorial boundaries. There are…
Swallowing is a serious issue that patients with brain disease often overlook
Millions of people suffering from brain diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease, Lou Gehrigs’ disease, strokes, multiple sclerosis, and…
The poorest countries may not be able to get rich before the richest
In high-income countries, obesity rates are flattening but increasing in other places. The combined findings from UNICEF and the World Health Organisation, as well…
Fermented foods are a staple of West Africa
Fermented food is rich in essential minerals like iron, calcium, and potassium. These foods can be used to replace meat at…
How the rise of online food delivery may be damaging our health
During the pandemic, food delivery apps have seen a surge in popularity. Fast-food chains topped the list of most popular…
New legislation could improve children’s health
The bill targets the advertising of unhealthy food, as defined by Australia’s health ministers in the past, such as sugar-sweetened…
What’s Eating Your Teeth
Sugar is known to be bad for your teeth, as it feeds the bacteria that causes tooth decay. Fewer people…