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On killer bars and communication breakdown
Joe Wicks and Christian van Tulleken’s “Killer” bar has reignited the debate around ultra-processed foods. Critics accuse them of alarmism, while supporters applaud their message. So who’s right—and why does the nutrition world struggle with moderation in communication as much as moderation in eating?
Angie Vanhegan
Oct 163 min read


Why good intentions don’t always turn into lasting habits
We’ve all been there: you set out with the best of intentions to eat better, move more, or get to bed earlier. You know these habits matter. You even want to do them. But somehow, the biscuits win, the sofa wins, the TV wins.
Angie Vanhegan
Sep 223 min read


Break free from all-or-nothing nutrition thinking
Ever told yourself, “I’ve blown it now, so I might as well start again on Monday”? That’s all-or-nothing thinking in action. It’s one of the most common traps in managing your nutrition—especially when you’re busy juggling careers, families, and health goals.
Angie Vanhegan
Sep 22 min read


Why a growth mindset aces willpower for improving nutrition
Nutrition is a long game. And life — with all its stress, travel, and unexpected twists — doesn’t wait for perfect conditions. Avoiding the all or nothing thinking of a fixed mindset and learning to live and love the messy middle gives you the best chance of making headway.
Angie Vanhegan
Jul 222 min read


Why should you trust nutrition advice from me?
Cut through the hot mess of fad diets, magic supplements, quick fixes and conspiracy claims and you’ll find that most credible, evidence-based practitioners and nutrrition scientists are actually on the same page with the basics, and a lot more besides. So when I say you can trust me, I’m really saying trusting the latest evidence is your best bet for success.
Angie Vanhegan
Jul 73 min read


From bloating and burnout to food freedom: My own nutrition journey
In my 40s, living in Mexico, the gods smiled on me and I crossed paths with Kate Lyman, a rock star of nutrition coaching who prizes pragmatism and compassion over fads and extremes. Kate’s emphasis on nutrition science, flexibility and mindset was a magic ticket for me.
Angie Vanhegan
Jun 112 min read
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