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Specific, science-based knowledge about healthy eating, Omega‑3 fatty acids and prevention. No clickbait — we explain what truly matters for your health.

We add new content regularly. Below you will find articles about fats, the Omega‑6/Omega‑3 balance, dietary prevention and choosing supplements wisely.

Linseed oil and seeds — the balance of Omega-6 and Omega-3
Nutrition · Omega‑3

Omega‑6 versus Omega‑3: why the ratio matters

The modern diet has shifted the balance of fatty acids towards Omega‑6. We explain why this matters and how to restore balance.

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Red and processed meat and prevention
Prevention · Diet

Processed and red meat — what the WHO data really say

The IARC classification stirs strong emotions. We calmly explain what „group 1" means, and what it does not — and how to plan a sensible diet.

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Plant and fish sources of Omega-3
Omega‑3 · Supplementation

ALA or fish oil? Plant and animal sources of Omega‑3

EPA, DHA, ALA — what do these abbreviations mean, and how do plant sources differ from fish sources? A practical guide without the marketing.

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Saturated and trans fats
Nutrition · Heart health

The fats that genuinely harm: saturated and trans

Not all fats are equal. We show which ones are worth limiting and why trans fats are a separate category of risk.

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Sugar, glucose and insulin resistance
Metabolism · Prevention

Sugar and insulin resistance — how it really works

Insulin resistance develops over years, quietly. We explain the mechanism step by step and show what genuinely improves insulin sensitivity.

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Fibre and the gut microbiome
Digestion · Microbiome

Fibre and the microbiome — why the gut loves variety

Gut bacteria feed on the fibre we cannot digest ourselves. We explain how to feed them and how to increase your fibre intake simply.

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