Why cutting meat from your diet could be a revolutionary act: Meat is a popular food choice all over the world. Reuters/Akintunde AkinleyeControversy erupted at the University of Cape Town in 2016 when some academics suggested that only meat-free meals should be served on parts of the campus. The debates and opposition were couched in arguments around ethics and choice. They … [Read more...] about Why cutting meat from your diet could be a revolutionary act | The Conversation
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Why a diverse diet is crucial for rural South Africans | The Conversation
Crop production can play a crucial role in helping improve nutrition through dietary diversity. Sheryl HendriksStarvation and extreme under-nutrition are rare in South Africa’s poorest communities. The experience of hunger is related to many different forms of deprivation. There is widespread “hidden hunger,” in the form of micronutrient deficiencies, increasing rates of … [Read more...] about Why a diverse diet is crucial for rural South Africans | The Conversation
Diet and lack of exercise main reasons for dramatic rise in diabetes | The Conversation
The increase in diabetes has come about from people living more sedentary lifestyles and eating more calories. ShutterstockThe World Health Organisation (WHO) has released the first Global Diabetes report. In 1980, WHO reported that 108 million adults were living with diabetes. Since then the numbers have quadrupled, with the disease claiming more lives every year. Health and … [Read more...] about Diet and lack of exercise main reasons for dramatic rise in diabetes | The Conversation
The 80:20 rule – Diet vs Exercise |MyPE
Some time ago, I was asked to look at the topic of fad diets; in particular, the Dukan Diet was mentioned (I’d never even heard of it!). If you stop and think about it – as a species, we’ve lost the plot when someone else has to tell us what, when and how much to […] MyPE Read more on MyPE. Join the fun: Add Your event | Submit a Press Release | … [Read more...] about The 80:20 rule – Diet vs Exercise |MyPE
