Nutrition basics
Clear explanations of what really matters in healthy eating: nutrients and eating habits, without diet myths.
Vitamin D: How Much You Need, Signs of Deficiency and the Best Sources
Vitamin D matters for your bones, immune system and muscle strength, yet many people don't get enough during the darker months. Here's how much you need, how to spot a shortfall and how to top up your levels.
Protein
How important is protein really? When people hear the word protein, they often think of muscles first. Protein is indeed essential for building them, but it does so much more. Here we answer the key questions: what is protein, where do you find it, and how much do you actually need each day?
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Omega-3 fatty acids are among the most valuable nutrients your body can't make on its own. Learn how they work, why the balance with omega-6 matters and which foods to add to your plate.
Micronutrients
Vitamins, minerals and trace elements are micronutrients that support your immune system every day. Unlike the energy-supplying macronutrients, they contain no calories, yet they're essential for countless body functions. Here's what they are and why they matter.
Magnesium: Benefits, Daily Intake and the Best Sources
Magnesium plays a role in more than 300 processes in your body and is essential for your muscles, nerves and bones. Here's everything you need to know about its benefits, how much you need each day and the best food sources.
Macronutrients Made Simple: Carbs, Protein and Fat
Carbs, protein and fat: these three macronutrients are the building blocks of every diet. Here's what they do, where to find them and how to combine them well.
Iron: The Essential Trace Element
Just how important is iron really? Iron is a key building block that helps you stay healthy and full of energy. When you're short on this trace element, deficiency signs can appear quickly and affect your whole body. We'll show you how to help prevent an iron deficiency and keep your body well supplied.
Healthy Fats
What are healthy fats, and where do you find them? The idea that all fat makes you gain weight is simply wrong. Healthy fats are essential for your body. Here we answer the most common questions: Why does your body need fat? Why isn't all fat the same? And which foods are the best sources?
Drinking Water
A practical guide to your drinking habits. Water plays a central role for the human body. But which benefits drinking water brings, which type is ideal and how much is right for you depends on many factors. Here are the most important things to know.
Carbohydrates
Are some carbs healthy and others unhealthy? You've probably heard certain foods labelled as "good" or "bad" and wondered why. Before we answer that, let's start with the basics: what carbohydrates actually are and what really matters for your diet.
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