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.

I swapped milk for butter in my coffee and lost 13 pounds

Instead of milk and sugar, some are adding a small amount of fat to their morning brew.

New test may detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier

Alzheimer’s is often diagnosed late in the course of the disease, which is why researchers have been investigating whether a simpler test could provide answers at an earlier stage.

This is what happens to your immune system when you eat kimchi

Researchers are increasingly examining how everyday diets influence the immune system. A new study takes a closer look at kimchi.

47-year-old man died after eating a burger

A rare allergy can trigger severe reactions several hours after a meal. A new study shows why this can have fatal consequences.

Diet rich in polyphenols linked to lower risk of heart diseases

New research suggests that common foods may play a role in heart health.

High-fat cheese and cream linked to lower risk of dementia

Many people have learned that full-fat dairy products should be limited, but new research suggests that the picture may be more nuanced when it comes to the risk of dementia.