The Wellness Scoop How to Beat a Cold & The World’s Healthiest Diet
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Oct 20, 2025 Explore the science of staying well during cold and flu season, focusing on balanced immune health rather than quick fixes. Discover how the new planetary health diet could save 40,000 lives daily and its impact on food-related emissions. The discussion highlights the dangers of overusing supplements, advocating for measured, evidence-based choices. Practical tips for winter wellness emphasize lifestyle factors like sleep and hydration, while showcasing immune-boosting foods like garlic and fermented delights.
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Birthday, Batch Cooking And Validation
- Ella described hosting her daughter's fifth birthday with a bouncy castle and feeling validated about moving to the country.
- She linked small family moments to the joy and practical benefits of batch-cooking and freezer storage.
Diet Can Save Lives And The Planet
- The 2025 Lancet planetary health diet links human health with planetary health and could prevent ~40,000 premature deaths daily.
- Shifting to mostly plant-based foods and cutting meat, dairy and waste could halve food-related emissions by 2050.
Practical Plate Targets
- Reduce animal-source foods to a few portions weekly and increase legumes, nuts and whole grains daily.
- Aim for at least five portions of fruit and vegetables and one daily portion of legumes or nuts.
