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Learn about some of the most prolific dieting myths and fake diets. We also cover the warning signs of common dieting myths such as skipping breakfast, restricting food, denying all treats, not eating past 8pm, losing weight from one part of your body, carbs, snacking, intense exercise, low fat options and certain foods that help burn fat.

RESEARCH

University of Cambridge | Professor Martin Bennett

BHF Professor Martin Bennett and his team at the University of Cambridge are studying the processes that cause atherosclerosis, where blood vessels fur up with fatty plaques and narrow. This means less blood can reach the body’s tissues, or...

The Stroke Association has joined forces with the BHF Data Science Centre to investigate any possible links between Covid-19 and life-threatening strokes.

Whether you are an individual or a group, use your corporate volunteering days to support our shop teams, events, or fundraising in your local community.

Recovery & Support

The Funding Wales’ Future report highlights how research and development in universities benefits the Welsh economy and how the Welsh Government's quality-related funding is too low.

Our national survey reveals young people are more interested in volunteering than any other age group, despite what people might think. Our report also uncovers the personal benefits of volunteering, such as tackling loneliness, improving mental health and providing valuable work experience.

We're partnered with Omaze to help fund lifesaving research. Find out more about our partnership, and the amazing work we're doing together.

The BHF contributes to multiple research consortiums with other funding partners. We aim to add value to the national and international research landscape

Translating findings from the lab into advances in human health is not simple and can take decades. We’ve been working to bring science discoveries to patients more quickly.