Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk

My name is Ida-Marie Palm Varbæk, and I work as an editor at the health media platform Welltica, which is part of Media Group Denmark. Here, I write daily articles focusing on health and lifestyle.I hold a master’s degree in Film and Media Studies and have been part of Media Group Denmark since August 2024.During my studies, I interned at Den Uafhængige, where I worked as a planner and producer on several podcasts.I also completed an internship at DR, where I worked with social media, particularly strengthening DR’s presence on LinkedIn through inspiring stories about employees’ work and everyday lives.

Research: Bananas in smoothies may reduce nutrient absorption

The ingredients in smoothies require careful consideration to get the most out of their nutrients.

What a daily intake of leafy greens can do for your body

A daily intake of leafy greens plays a bigger role in dietary habits than many people realize.

Certain foods can interfere with these medications

Some everyday foods can disrupt the effects of widely used medications. The consequences often become apparent only when the treatment fails to work as expected.

Signs of bowel cancer you shouldn’t overlook

Bowel cancer is among the most common cancer types, yet many early signs can be mistaken for everyday discomfort.

The needle-free weight loss drug could become available next year

A potential new treatment for obesity and type 2 diabetes is moving closer to approval - will it become Ozempic 2.0?

Many athletes misjudge their food and hydration choices – do you?

Many athletes work meticulously on training and recovery, yet one fundamental element is often underestimated: food.