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What did children eat as sweets in the old days?

Viking children chewed on plants. During World War II, children were not given any sweets at all.

Even successful studies show how poorly dieting works

OPINION: Many people manage to lose weight, commentators and experts agree. But research still shows that lifestyle interventions don’t work well against obesity.

How likely is it that food can give you an autoimmune disease like diabetes, celiac disease or arthritis?

One popular explanation as to why there’s been a sharp increase in autoimmune diseases is changes in our diet. But diet is only one of many factors that can be important, according to a Norwegian researcher.

The strict EAT-diet is supposed to be good for the climate and good for our health. But how did researchers arrive at their recommendations?

The report lacks important information and the EAT dietary advice is based on uncertain models, researchers write in a new review. The EAT experts do not agree.

Red meat not such a bad thing to eat?

A Norwegian study indicates that the iron in red meat might represent a smaller risk for colon cancer than believed. Surprisingly for many, polyunsaturated fats can also create harmful substances in the intestines.

Greens and whole grains fight premature births

A daily diet of whole grain foods, fruits, vegetables and fish can lower the risk of premature birth – even if a little bit of unhealthy food is added to the mix.

Trim your body with the right trimmings?

The amount of weight you gain depends on what you eat along with fatty foods.

Does meat make vegetarians ill?

People sometimes say that vegetarians get sick if they begin eating meat again. Research doesn’t back them up.

Better health with a Nordic diet

Switching to a healthy Nordic diet might save your life, as it is shown to improve cholesterol values and reduce the risk of developing heart disease.