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We try to give little kids the best start in life, and in supermarkets there's an ever-expanding range of foods marketed specifically for themBut how much sugar is in them? Plus, we peer into the evidence around ultra-processed foods.
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What's your sports bra got to do with your knees?
Bras might seem unrelated to knee injuries, but research suggests otherwise.Women are significantly more prone to tearing their anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), and wearing the right bra could help reduce this risk.It's a good thing because knee injuries can have devastating consequences for women's health and mobility.And why vaping become one of the biggest health issues of 2024.
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Why aren't kids getting the food they need at childcare?
The first 2,000 days of life are crucial for brain development.Children learn and grow more during this time than at any other point in their lives.However, research shows many childcare centres are failing to provide proper nutrition: children are going hungry, and meals often don't meet basic dietary standards.Experts are calling for better food support in disadvantaged areas and improved nutritional guidelines for early childhood centres to help children get the nourishment they need.
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Could a bacterial strain spark bowel cancer?
Scientists are increasingly concerned about the rising incidence of colorectal cancer among younger populations, and emerging research points to the gut microbiome as a key factor in understanding this trend.A study from the University of Melbourne uncovered a specific bacterial strain that can cause DNA damage, potentially triggering the development of colorectal cancer.
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Should you exercise more or get surgery for knee pain?
Many individuals with knee osteoarthritis are being subjected to unnecessary tests and procedures, even though exercise is often the most effective treatment.New clinical care guidelines have been introduced, highlighting the importance of non-surgical approaches to manage pain and improve mobility.And do you ever worry you spend too much time sitting around? Well now you can find out.An international team of researchers has unpacked how long you should sit, stand, sleep and exercise for optimal health. References:Osteoarthritis of the Knee Clinical Care StandardAssociations of 24 h time-use compositions of sitting, standing, physical activity and sleeping with optimal cardiometabolic risk and glycaemic control: The Maastricht Study
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