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Plant-based diets: eating for our health and the planet

The term plant-based has increased in popularity recently, and for good reason! But what are plant-based diets? Can they promote health for us and the planet?

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5 easy ways to cook fish

5 easy ways to cook fish

Fish can be an important part of a healthy diet and help you eat less red meat – we show you how to grill, poach, bake, steam and stir fry fish

The link between height and cancer risk

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The link between height and cancer risk

Our research found that taller people are at an increased risk of 6 cancers. The evidence is clear – but what isn’t so straightforward is why there is a link between height and cancer, and why we talk about height when we can’t change it.

The link between diet and socioeconomic environments

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The link between diet and socioeconomic environments

Many factors influence our diet habits and the type of foods we eat, which in turn affects our cancer risk

Just one alcoholic drink a day increases breast cancer risk

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Just one alcoholic drink a day increases breast cancer risk

We know that drinking alcohol can increase the risk of several cancers, but surely just one drink won’t hurt? Actually it could

4 clever ways to get your children eating more fish

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4 clever ways to get your children eating more fish

Forcing fish on kids will only lead to more resistance, but don’t forget that it can take at least ten attempts before kids will try something new, so keep fish on the menu, and set an example by enjoying it in front of your children

How to get your 5 A DAY

How to get your 5 A DAY

5 A DAY explained including does fruit juice count? What about baked beans, potatoes and raisins? And is it OK to eat 5 fruit and no veg?

Milk and prostate cancer – how are they linked?

Many studies have suggested that drinking large amounts of milk may increase the risk of prostate cancer

How does obesity cause cancer – the science behind the warnings

How does obesity cause cancer – the science behind the warnings

Fat cells change the environment inside the body

Brazil nuts and prostate cancer

A mineral found in Brazil nuts may play a role in the prevention of prostate cancer progression, a study funded by World Cancer Research Fund has found

What inspired our women scientists?

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What inspired our women scientists?

We asked our female scientists what inspired them to pursue a scientific career

9 in 10 Brits are not aware that red wine increases cancer risk

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9 in 10 Brits are not aware that red wine increases cancer risk

Nearly nine in ten Brits (87%) are not aware that drinking red wine increases the risk of cancer, a poll for World Cancer Research Fund has found.

Burnt toast and cancer – how strong is the evidence?

Burnt toast and cancer – how strong is the evidence?

There have been some interesting headlines in the news on how overcooking starchy foods, like toast or potatoes, can increase cancer risk. We look at how strong the evidence is.

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