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Olive oil is healthy. Turns out olive leaf extract may be good for us too

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What’s the difference between gelato and ice cream? One contains more air

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Matcha is having a moment. What are the health benefits of this green tea drink?

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Is TikTok right? Can adding a teaspoon of cinnamon to your coffee help you burn fat?

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Are plant-based burgers really bad for your heart? Here’s what’s behind the scary headlines

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An apple cider vinegar drink a day? New study shows it might help weight loss

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Glass of homemade Korean Kimchi with chinese cabbage, scallions and carrots (Getty Images/Westend61)

Can kimchi really help you lose weight? Hold your pickle. The evidence isn’t looking great

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How much protein do I need as I get older? And do I need supplements to get enough?

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Are fish oil supplements as healthy as we think? And is eating fish better?

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Do you need to wash rice before cooking? Here’s the science

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Is sugar actually “better for you” than artificial sweeteners?

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We’re told to “eat a rainbow” of fruit and vegetables. Here’s what each color does in our body

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My kid has gone vegetarian. What do I need to know (especially if they’re a picky eater)?

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