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Muscle: hard to build, easy to lose as you age

As we get older it becomes harder to keep our muscles healthy. New research shows that weight training could help.

Discussing obesity with a friend or loved one

Tips on what to say and what not to say when talking about weight with someone you care about.

Meat and meat products

What are the health and nutritional differences between red and white meat? How much meat should you consume daily?

Binge drinking

The rates of binge drinking have increased significantly in the last few years. Follow these tips on how to avoid being a binge drinker.

Healthy eating for vegetarians

What are the advantages of a vegetarian diet? Is there a higher risk of nutritional deficiencies? How should a pregnant woman approach a vegetarian lifestyle?

Gluten free diet

What can you eat and what can't you eat on a gluten free diet? What are the health benefits? And what are the limitations?

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