We've all read or heard at some point that it's important to cut down on our saturated fat intake to reduce our risk of heart disease and look after our liver. 'Saturated fat clogs the arteries, leading to heart disease' 'Saturated fat causes non-alcoholic fatty liver disease' Even the NHS website regurgitates this rhetoric repeatedly, so today I want to look at the journey of dietary saturated fat through the body, to show you that it is the innocent visitor to a very elaborate party

Protein does far more than build muscle. It helps control appetite, balances blood sugar, strengthens bones, supports immunity, and keeps us resilient as we age. Here’s why getting enough protein is the foundation for whole-body health.

Many people are told by their GP, “your blood sugar is fine,” but research shows that HbA1c levels above 38 mmol/mol (5.6%) can already cause blood vessel damage and raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, dementia and type 2 diabetes. The HbA1c test measures the average sugar in your blood over three months, and while UK guidelines only flag diabetes at 48 mmol/mol (6.5%), problems often begin much earlier. Chronically high blood glucose, usually driven by a high-carb, high-sug