Nutrition — Ernährung

Fat has long been considered unhealthy and was reputed to be responsible for increased body fat. But the current state of science contradicts this assumption: fats are not bad per se and are not the main risk factor for cardiovascular disease and cancer. Saturated fatty acids are not harmful either, but just like unsaturated fatty acids, they are urgently needed in the diet. However, a low-fat diet can have massive health and physical consequences: Our body suffers from deficiency symptoms because various micronutrients can only be absorbed with the help of fatty acids and stores more body fat because various...

It is well known that sweet drinks are very unhealthy. But what about the alternative? Are sugar-free sweet drinks better for your health?

Experts are calling for sugar, just like alcohol and cigarettes, to be subject to strict regulations. Why is sugar so harmful?

The ketogenic diet largely avoids carbohydrates and provides energy primarily via the other two macronutrients, fat and protein. But what is behind this hype? The keto diet is believed to aid weight loss, reduce inflammation, improve energy levels and inhibit the growth of cancer cells. The reduced insulin secretion also has a positive influence on stable blood sugar and can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.