About the author
Veronika Prošek Charvátová
Veronika Prošek Charvátová MSc is a biologist and Viva! Health researcher. Veronika has spent years uncovering the links between nutrition and good health and is an expert on plant-based diets.
Coconuts originally come from India and Southeast Asia but because they float, they were carried to coastlines all over the Pacific Ocean and successfully made their homes in all the...
Chia seeds are popping up everywhere these days, from savoury snacks and breads to sweet desserts and breakfasts. Are they just a fun addition to your diet or do they...
Cranberries provide a healthy dose of vitamin C and other antioxidants but they’re mostly associated with being helpful in treating UTIs. Urinary tract infection (UTI) is no fun and it’s been...
Apart from being very nutritious and super sustainable, beans also have some splendid effects on our health.
All-time favourites, apples and pears, are a true staple in our diets. Both are native to Eurasia and have a long history of cultivation, spanning millennia.
Avocados are a staple for most vegans and lately it’s also become very trendy, making an appearance in almost every dish imaginable from burgers to cakes. We all know it contains good fats but what else is there to know?
Acai – or correctly açaí – berries have been labelled a superfood and added to snacks, smoothies, supplements and beauty products. Are they truly special or is it all just one big hype?
