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Businessman, 33, hospitalised after eating 6lbs of Haribo cola bottles in three days: ‘It was absolute agony’

Businessman, 33, hospitalised after eating 6lbs of Haribo cola bottles in three days: ‘It was absolute agony’

A businessman ended up in hospital for nearly a week after gorging on a 6.6lb bag of Haribo cola bottles left him with agonising stomach cramps and dangerously high blood pressure. Nathan Rimmington, 33, from South Yorkshire, ordered the bulk £18 bag to satisfy a late-night craving—but finished the entire thing in just three nights, consuming an estimated 10,461 calories …

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The five supermarket ‘superfruits’ doctors say you should be eating weekly to boost your health

The five supermarket ‘superfruits’ doctors say you should be eating weekly to boost your health

It was research that shocked health experts last week – mangos, often dismissed as too sugary, may actually hold hidden benefits for those at risk of diabetes.  US researchers found that people who ate mangos daily showed better blood sugar control and less body fat than those eating a lower-sugar snack.  The findings suggested that it’s not just sugar levels, but …

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The Downside Of Eating Too Much Animal-Based Protein

The Downside Of Eating Too Much Animal-Based Protein

Getting 10,000 steps a day. Improving your VO2 max. Putting berries on your breakfast. What are the habits you embrace in an effort to live a long, healthy life? Certainly it’s the routines we do regularly that impact our health the most. But there’s one well-intentioned habit in particular that longevity experts say can actually take years off your life …

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Will eating a mango each day keep diabetes away? For many, yes

Will eating a mango each day keep diabetes away? For many, yes

If you judge snacks by the sugar line alone, mango looks like a bad pick next to a low sugar granola bar. A new randomized study asks a better question, how does the whole food affect your body over months. A 24 week trial compared a daily fresh mango with an isocaloric low sugar granola bar and tracked glucose control …

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Astronomers spot black hole eating up to 3,000 Suns every year

Astronomers spot black hole eating up to 3,000 Suns every year

Deep in the distant universe, astronomers have found a black hole that seems to be breaking the usual rules for how fast these cosmic beasts can grow.  The object, called RACS J0320-35, is so far away that its light has traveled 12.8 billion years to reach us, meaning we see it as just 920 million years after the Big Bang.  Even …

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How Much Fruit and Vegetables Should You Really Be Eating? The Public Health “Lie” Everyone Believed for Two Decades

How Much Fruit and Vegetables Should You Really Be Eating? The Public Health “Lie” Everyone Believed for Two Decades

Studies following millions of people reveal that higher fruit and vegetable consumption is linked with significantly lower risks of chronic disease and early death. Evidence points to the biggest gains appearing at seven to ten portions daily, with diverse, colorful diets offering even greater benefits. Credit: Shutterstock Five-a-day was never meant as an ideal, and research now shows ten portions …

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Chia Seeds Health Risks: Harvard doctor reveals the hidden danger of eating chia seeds |

Chia Seeds Health Risks: Harvard doctor reveals the hidden danger of eating chia seeds |

Chia seeds, celebrated for their nutritional benefits, can pose health risks if consumed incorrectly. Gastroenterologist Dr. Sethi warns that eating dry chia seeds without soaking them can lead to esophageal blockages as they expand upon contact with water. Soaking chia seeds for at least 30 minutes before consumption is recommended to ensure safe digestion and prevent potential emergencies. Chia seeds …

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4 Signs You’re Eating Too Much Protein, According to GI Docs

4 Signs You’re Eating Too Much Protein, According to GI Docs

Right now, it seems like there’s a protein-ified version of every single food and drink out there—even (and especially) the ones that no one asked for. There’s protein pasta, protein yogurt, protein popcorn (shout-out to Khloe Kardashian), protein cookies, protein pancakes, and even—of all things—protein water (no, we’re not kidding). Doubt us? Take it from a doc: “Protein’s having its …

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Eating Breakfast Late Could Be Taking Years Off Your Life

Eating Breakfast Late Could Be Taking Years Off Your Life

A decades-long study of nearly 3,000 older adults found that meal times, especially breakfast, tend to shift later as people age. Researchers connected delayed breakfasts to fatigue, depression, anxiety, as well as a higher risk of early death. Each additional hour’s delay in breakfast was associated with an 8 to 11% increase in all-cause mortality risk, making meal timing a …

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