Nutrition Bites

Whether it’s on-the-go, during a work break, or late at night to accompany a TV show, snacking is a shared human experience. But in the past few decades snacking has transformed into something we do wherever and whenever. And with our lives becoming increasingly time-constrained, grabbing a quick bite in between meals seems like a necessity. But this habit is starting to affect our health - causing unintended weight gain and contributing to the rise of chronic diseases. So is snacking inherently unhealthy? Or is there something else to blame for its bad reputation? Tune in to find out.

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Everyone’s motivations for buying organic differs, but one of the most commonly listed reasons is that it is healthier for you. Now organic farming was first and foremost developed to protect the environment, but could these old-school agricultural ways also benefit our health? Tune in to Nutrition Bites to find out!
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Having a full head of hair is a societal expectation - at least that’s what the media tells us. Apart from George Costanze in Seinfeld, you don’t see many balding characters, actors, or singers. But hair loss and thinning are clinical conditions that affect all genders, and over half of the global population will experience this. Supplements on the market today promise to target the root causes of hair thinning and promote faster-growing, thicker, fuller and stronger hair. But are these pills and gummies actually helping us, or are they merely preying on our vanity and wallets. Tune in to find out !
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Sugar substitutes, which include artificial sweeteners, are substances that provide a sweet taste while contributing few or no calories. They are primarily used as an additive in packaged foods and beverages, like Diet Coke or sugar-free gum. The main benefit of sugar substitutes is that they provide an option for people to consume sweet foods and drinks, while helping to reduce their overall added sugar and caloric intake. In theory, this can provide assistance with weight management and blood sugar control. But is that really the case? New research is hinting that the very opposite might be true, that artificial sweeteners are actually causing us to gain weight and worsen Diabetes. Tune in to find out the truth!
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If you search the term “gluten-free” on Google you'll get results like “is gluten-free still trending?”, “why is everything gluten-free now?” and “are gluten-free products bad for you?" It’s been over a decade since gluten became a hot health topic and yet people are still confused. And while the hype for the average person to go gluten-free has died down, gluten-free foods and flours are still popular, and still maintain an aura of health. But, is it deserved? Tune in to find out.
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