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Yes — coffee actually lowers uric acid and reduces gout risk.
For most people, no. But about 20% of gout patients report tomatoes as a personal trigger.
No — spinach is fine despite containing some purines. Plant purines do not trigger attacks like animal purines.
Yes — lemon water has modest evidence for lowering uric acid through alkalisation.
Yes — moderate dry red wine is much safer than beer. Beer is the single worst gout trigger.
Yes — strong evidence. 30ml daily reduces gout attack frequency by 35%.
Berries, apples, pears, and citrus are best. Limit bananas, mangoes, and dried fruits.
Yes, in small portions. Brown is better than white. Cooled rice (resistant starch) is best.
Optimal: 70-90 mg/dL. Normal: under 100. Prediabetic: 100-125. Diabetic: 126+.
Yes, in many cases — especially in the first 6 years through diet and weight loss.
For high BP, target under 1500mg/day (less than 1 teaspoon).
Within 3-6 hours of drinking. Effect lasts 24 hours. Best as 250ml daily.
Yes — home monitoring is more accurate than occasional clinic readings.
Yes — 30 min daily walking can lower BP by 5-8 mmHg.
For most people, no. Recent research shows dietary cholesterol has minimal impact on blood cholesterol.
Yes — strong evidence. Daily oats can drop LDL by 5-10%.
Significant drops within 4-6 weeks. Major reductions (15-30%) take 8-12 weeks.
Yes — drinking tea with meals can reduce iron absorption by 60-70%.
D3 (cholecalciferol) — significantly more effective than D2.
Fatigue, brain fog, tingling in hands/feet, pale skin. Can take years to show.
Counter-intuitive but yes — for some people. The theory: low stomach acid, not high, causes reflux.
A 3-phase elimination diet that identifies which fermentable carbs trigger your IBS.
Some evidence — provides amino acids that support gut lining. Not magic, but helpful.
Best on empty stomach in morning, or 30 min before food. Strain matters more than timing.
For many people, yes — especially milk and whey protein. Skim milk worse than full-fat.
Omega-3 fish, leafy greens, berries, zinc-rich foods. Minimise sugar and dairy.
4-8 weeks of strict elimination, then systematic reintroduction over 4 weeks.
Yes — caffeine, sugar, low magnesium, and gut imbalances all contribute to anxiety.
For people with anxiety, less than 200mg daily — about 2 small coffees max.
Magnesium glycinate — best absorbed, calming effect, no laxative action.
Yes for most healthy adults. Not safe in pregnancy, eating disorders, type 1 diabetes, or for children.
1.2-2.2g per kg body weight depending on goal. Most people undereat protein.
Eat protein and fat at every meal, fix sleep, supplement chromium and magnesium, push through 2 weeks.
Yes, but not optimal. Diet drives weight loss; exercise drives body composition.
Vitamin D, omega-3, magnesium, creatine, and probiotics have the strongest evidence.
Yes if you have inflammation. But choose one with bioavailability enhancer (BioPerine or phospholipids).
Glycinate for sleep/anxiety. Citrate for constipation. Avoid magnesium oxide.
Yes, dramatically. Sleep loss raises hunger hormone 28% and lowers fat loss by 55%.
For most adults, walking is sufficient and safer. Running adds benefits but also risks.
Yes — chronic cortisol from stress directly increases visceral (belly) fat.
Yes, for most healthy adults. The "most important meal" claim is overstated.
Around 2-3 litres daily for most adults. Urine should be pale yellow.
Whole soy (edamame, tofu, tempeh) is healthy. Highly processed soy and excessive amounts may cause issues.
Processed red meat strongly linked. Unprocessed red meat — modest risk in excess. Quality and quantity matter.
Olive oil for low-medium heat. Avocado oil for high heat. Avoid seed oils.
For some foods yes (Dirty Dozen), for others no. Prioritise based on pesticide load.
Yes — modest but real effect. 1-3g daily can lower fasting glucose by 10-20 mg/dL.
2-3 cups daily provides most benefits. More is OK but watch caffeine sensitivity.
High-protein, low-carb. Eggs, Greek yoghurt with nuts, or omelette with vegetables. Avoid cereal and toast.
Yes worth trying — 50% of Hashimotos patients see antibody reduction on gluten-free diet.
Wait at least 1 hour after taking levothyroxine. Coffee reduces absorption by 30%.
Anti-inflammatory diet + omega-3 + folate-rich foods + inositol. Cut sugar and refined carbs.
Yes — strong evidence. 2 cups daily reduces free testosterone and improves hirsutism within 30 days.
2.5-3 litres daily. Urine should be pale yellow throughout the day.
Under 200mg caffeine daily — about 1-2 small cups of coffee.
3 months before trying to conceive. Continue through first trimester at minimum.
Depends on your goal. Almond milk has fewer calories. Cow milk has more protein and calcium.
Marginally — has antioxidants and slightly lower glycemic impact. But still sugar.
Most medications are fine, but always check with your doctor first. Some need food.
Test CRP and HbA1c. Symptoms include fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, weight gain.
Yes for blood sugar (proven). Yes for satiety (modest). Most other claims are overhyped.
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