They say, "you are what you eat," but what if you're not sure what to eat — especially if you're concerned about your health? With all the mixed messaging around food and diets, it's become very confusing. We know the feeling. Between TikToks, health influencers, our current health secretary — there's a lot of messaging to navigate. We've done the work, looking at studies and speaking to experts, to bring you strong reporting that demystifies the connection between health and your diet.

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