The British public live longer, yet unhealthier lives than previous generations. Many people in the UK will experience decades with serious chronic illness, much of which is preventable. While the ability of our NHS to sustain life is admirable, a long history of ineffective public health policy has created a toxic recipe for extremely long-term […]
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A new scientific review published by the British Nutrition Foundation, in partnership with the charity, Magic Breakfast, highlights that many schoolchildren are skipping breakfast, making it harder to get the nutrients they need for healthy development and learning. Teenagers, especially girls, and children from households on lower incomes are particularly at risk. The review looked […]
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Tesco has published a new report on progress against its healthy diets strategy, developed in partnership with the British Nutrition Foundation. The report outlines the steps Tesco is taking to ensure shoppers can choose healthy sustainable and affordable food. The British Nutrition Foundation is committed to pursuing wider access to healthier and more sustainable diets. […]
Launched on 25th Otober, two reports outlining both the pathways through which nutrition and climate are connected and the current state of action on addressing these two issues. The reports will be launched at a side event co-hosted with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the Global Alliance for Improved […]
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In honour of World Diabetes Day on 14 November 2023, the World Avocado Organization is putting the limelight on a powerful ally for those looking to reduce their risk of disease – the avocado. In a world inundated with processed foods laden with excessive sugars, salts, and artificial additives, rates of diabetes across the world […]
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Unhealthy diets are a major contributor to the global burden of disease. The Diet and Health Open Innovation Research Club (OIRC), coordinated by the British Nutrition Foundation, aims to bring together leaders in the field to find innovative, real-life solutions to tackle the major diet and health-related challenges we face. The UK is a global […]
How avocados help keep your digestive system happy and healthy: An ever-growing amount of research points to the significant role the gut plays in your health and well-being. In fact, more than 70% of the immune system resides in the gut, and the good bacteria in it keeps us healthy by producing vitamins that help […]
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In an era of burgeoning health consciousness, one British brand stands out among the rest – Bettervits. A rising star in the realm of natural wellness, Bettervits is elevating the game of nutritional supplementation with a blend of scientific innovation, superior quality ingredients, and a commitment to sustainability. It’s no surprise that Bettervits is one […]
No child should go hungry! The British Nutrition Foundation, a leading nutrition charity, and Magic Breakfast, a charity that is working to ensure hunger isn’t a barrier to learning for school children across the UK, have joined forces to raise awareness of the vital role of a nutritious breakfast in children’s health and wellbeing. With aligned […]
TRYING new foods as we age could help ward off dementia, according to academic research. Dr Ritchie Williamson, Director of Research – Life Course at the University of Bradford, said our tendency to narrow our food choices as we get older has an impact on the good bacteria which keep the brain functioning properly. He said: […]
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