Managing Autoimmune Disease – the Evidence for a Whole Food Plant-Based Diet
A whole‑food plant‑based (WFPB) diet is presented as a evidence‑backed strategy to manage autoimmune diseases, which affect roughly 10% of the UK population (about 6.9 million people). The article explains how dysbiosis and a Western diet high in saturated fat and refined sugar exacerbate immune dysregulation, while plant‑derived fiber and polyphenols support gut integrity and short‑chain fatty‑acid production. Clinical data link WFPB eating patterns to symptom improvement in multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and inflammatory bowel disease. Practical guidance addresses nutrient supplementation, gradual fiber increase, and cost‑effective food choices.
New Landmark Studies on Sweet Taste and Low/No Calorie Sweeteners
Three new large‑scale randomized trials have filled a critical evidence gap on low‑ and no‑calorie sweeteners (LNCS). The EU‑funded SWEET study showed that replacing sugar with LNCS helped participants maintain 1.6 kg more weight loss over 12 months without cardiometabolic harm. The...