Diet trends in Ireland and Croatia

Eliminating bread from the daily diet in Ireland resulted in a five‑kilogram weight loss over a month, but caused nighttime leg cramps that began around ten days in. Health experts advise restoring carbohydrate sources such as potatoes, rice, buckwheat or beans while avoiding bread, which stopped the cramps within a few days.

In Zagreb, a local butcher highlighted three cuts of meat that Croatian shoppers tend to avoid: pork belly, pork neck, and beef "flam". Consumers cite excess fat, dryness when cooked, and difficulty preparing these cuts. The butcher offers preparation tips, such as lightly searing pork neck and using the belly for stews or grilled dishes, to make the cuts more palatable.