Lee Ashton

October 30, 2020

Yes, Adele has sung its praises. But the Sirtfood diet may be just another fad

Clare Collins, University of Newcastle; Lee Ashton, University of Newcastle, and Rebecca Williams, University of Newcastle

If you follow the Sirtfood diet, you’ll probably lose some weight in a short period because you’re consuming fewer calories. But the evidence behind the diet is lacking.

May 3, 2020

These 4 diets are trending. We looked at the science (or lack of it) behind each one

Clare Collins, University of Newcastle; Lee Ashton, University of Newcastle, and Rebecca Williams, University of Newcastle

Reverse dieting, GAPS, HCG, IIFYM. These might sound like meaningless acronyms, but they’re actually some of the latest trending diets. Unfortunately, there’s little evidence to support any of them.

August 27, 2019

The science behind diet trends like mono, charcoal detox, Noom and Fast800

Clare Collins, University of Newcastle; Lee Ashton, University of Newcastle, and Rebecca Williams, University of Newcastle

Diets like mono, charcoal detox, Noom, time-restricted feeding and Fast800 are growing in popularity. Here’s what the evidence says about them.

October 22, 2018

Blood type, Pioppi, gluten‑free and Mediterranean – which popular diets are fads?

Clare Collins, University of Newcastle; Lee Ashton, University of Newcastle, and Rebecca Williams, University of Newcastle

Diets that promise drastic results with minimal effort, or that ban whole food groups, should ring alarm bells.

January 30, 2018

Five supplements that claim to speed up weight loss – and what the science says

Clare Collins, University of Newcastle; Lee Ashton, University of Newcastle, and Rebecca Williams, University of Newcastle

Here are five weightloss supplements you shouldn’t waste your money on.

April 4, 2017

Eight diet myths – busted!

Clare Collins, University of Newcastle; Lee Ashton, University of Newcastle; Megan Rollo, University of Newcastle; Rebecca Williams, University of Newcastle, and Tracy Burrows, University of Newcastle

It’s time to bust some diet myths and talk about the science behind weight loss

February 14, 2017

6 things young men should know about food, nutrition and getting in shape

Clare Collins, University of Newcastle and Lee Ashton, University of Newcastle

Had to let the belt out a notch or two lately? Then it may be time to give your eating habits an overhaul. Good news - fast meals can be tasty, and healthy.