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15 Nutrition Influencers to Help You Eat Your Way to Feeling Your Best
With diet culture growing more toxic every day, here are 15 nutrition influencers to help you eat well and feel your best.
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Five Shocking Gut Health Statistics Unveiled: A Call to Action for Public Health
New research highlights critical gaps in public health, revealing five shocking statistics about gut health that underscore the urgent need for dietary and diagnostic improvements. According to recent findings, poor diet is linked to a staggering 31% of premature deaths across Europe, with a notable deficiency in legume and pulse consumption. A 2025 UK study indicated that adults consume only about half of the recommended daily amount of these vital foods. Further concerns arise in diagnostics, where approximately 1 in 4 individuals with coeliac disease are initially misdiagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). This delay often extends over a decade, with untreated coeliac disease potentially leading to severe complications such as osteoporosis and neurological damage. In a move towards sustainable health, studies suggest that replacing just 8% of red meat intake with forage fish, like anchovies and sardines, could prevent 750,000 deaths annually by 2050. This shift addresses the increased risk of cancer, heart disease, and type 2 diabetes associated with high red meat consumption, promoting nutrient-dense and environmentally friendly alternatives. The widespread use of antibiotics also poses a significant challenge to gut health. Since 2000, global antibiotic use has surged by 46%. While life-saving in many instances, antibiotic courses can diminish gut microbiome diversity within a day, with recovery often taking up to six months. Finally, the critical role of fiber in diet is re-emphasized. Fiber has been shown to reduce the risk of mortality by 23%, yet up to 96% of UK adults fail to meet the recommended daily intake of 30g. These statistics collectively call for greater public awareness and targeted health interventions.
