What Is a Balanced Plate? (Eatwell Guide)
A balanced plate splits your food across the main groups in roughly the right proportions. Here is what the UK's Eatwell Guide recommends…
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Dr. Nadia Okoro
Science & Health Writer
Dr. Nadia Okoro holds a PhD in molecular biology and writes about medicine, public health and scientific research with an emphasis on evidence.
Credentials: PhD, Molecular Biology
How to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally
Diet, activity, salt, alcohol, weight and sleep all influence blood pressure, and small changes can add up. Here are evidence-based…
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What Is Resting Metabolic Rate?
Resting metabolic rate is the energy your body uses just to keep you alive at rest. Here is what it is, what drives it, why crash diets can…
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Renewable vs Non-Renewable Energy
Renewable energy comes from sources that replenish naturally, while non-renewable energy comes from finite stocks that run down as we use…
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How to Stay Active at a Desk Job
A desk job can mean eight hours or more of sitting, which carries real health risks. Here is the evidence on why prolonged sitting matters…
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What Is the Jet Stream?
The jet stream is a fast, high-altitude ribbon of wind that steers weather systems across the globe. Here is what it is, why it forms, and…
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How to Meal Prep: A Beginner's Guide
Meal prep means cooking or preparing food in advance to save time, money and stress during the week. Here is how to start, store food…
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Store-Cupboard Staples Worth Having
A well-stocked cupboard means you can always make a meal. Here are the cheap, long-lasting staples worth keeping in, and how they turn into…
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How to Store Food Properly (and Cut Waste)
Where you put food, and how cold you keep it, decides how long it lasts. A practical guide to fridge, freezer and cupboard storage that…
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