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Read more about the article What you could be eating in future is changing rapidly
Awareness of gut health has fuelled interest in fermented foods such as kimchi and sauerkraut, which are now a mainstream staple. — Freepik

What you could be eating in future is changing rapidly

Walk into any supermarket or café and take a look at the food advertisements. No longer are they merely “tasty” or “filling”, rather, the labels promise things like gut health,…

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Read more about the article 12 factors that influence the development of chronic diseases
Keeping in mind these 12 factors that can have an effect on our health will enable us to better manage them in order to age more healthily. — StarGraphics

12 factors that influence the development of chronic diseases

In a dynamic and rapidly-changing world, the multidimensional factors implicated in diseases need to be appreciated. These factors are not only critical in determining the emergence of a number of…

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Read more about the article The important role of vitamin D in pregnancy 
One simple way of ensuring you have adequate levels of vitamin D during pregnancy is to go out and bask in the sunshine for 10 to 30 minutes every couple of days. — AFP

The important role of vitamin D in pregnancy 

Vitamin D, commonly known as the “sunshine vitamin”, is a fat-soluble nutrient that is crucial for numerous bodily functions. It is particularly important in supporting bone health and regulating the…

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