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Understanding type 2 diabetes and nutrition – myth busting!

Nutrition

There are many misconceptions surrounding type 2 diabetes, especially in relation to diet. We’ve broken down some common myths and provide tips for new habits to start putting into action.

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Alcohol and heart disease

Nutrition

It's said that drinking red wine is good for the heart – but does alcohol increase heart rate and blood pressure?

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What is personalised medicine and fluxomics?

Lifestyle

Find out how fluxomics, an emerging technology, will help bring us one step closer to personalised treatments for cardiovascular disease.

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The life-saving power of AEDs: automatic external defibrillators

Lifestyle

With CPR and an automated external defibrillator (AED), you can help save a life in a cardiac arrest. Learn how easy it is to use one.

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CPR guide: How to perform CPR

Lifestyle

CPR is a life-saving skill that can be used in emergency situations such as a cardiac arrest.

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Things people say about exercise that aren’t true

Lifestyle

Here are nine common misconceptions about exercise and what research actually tells us.

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Stress and the heart

Lifestyle

Stress can affect the heart and your overall wellbeing. Here are some tips to better manage it.

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What is a Mediterranean diet?

Nutrition

Find out what a Mediterranean diet is, how it can help your heart health and overall wellbeing, and easy ways to incorporate it into your diet.

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We’re told to ‘eat a rainbow’ of fruit and vegetables. Here’s what each colour does in our body

Nutrition

Experts advise eating a rainbow of fruit and vegetables. Here's what each colour does for our body and overall health.

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