August: 10 things we’ve learnt

10 things we learnt while researching the August 2019 issue.

Resistant starch, found in cold potatoes and pasta, is one of our digestive system’s favourite foods for healthy bacteria. Why fibre is the super carb.

Boosting your protein at lunch can be made easy by just adding a hard-boiled egg to your salad. Smart swaps.

You don’t have to go to the gym to improve your balance. Simply practise at home by walking backwards. It’s never too late to start building muscle.

If you suffer from IBS, certain types of fibre may aggravate your condition. Why fibre is the super carb.

While still commonly used, the body mass index (BMI) measurement tool can be misleading for individuals. Health by numbers.

Since navel oranges don’t have seeds to plant, farmers have to use techniques like cutting and grafting to grow new trees. In season.

Hair loss is one of the symptoms of zinc deficiency. A guide to hair, skin and nail supplements.

Having healthy gut bacteria has been found to reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Why fibre is the super carb.

Chemical residue limits have been put in place to make sure our fresh produce isn’t over-sprayed. Chemicals in food.

Sleeping on your side may help to relieve sleep apnoea. Are you just tired, or is it sleep apnoea?