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Gluten : Problem Protein Or Fad Food Fear?

The ‘gluten-free’ label is becoming a familiar sight. Mike Murphy looks at why more people are choosing to cut out this natural protein, even without doctors’ orders.

Summer Of

Summer is when we want to be out and about, as the warm embrace of the sofa on a cold winter’s night becomes a distant memory. So where do you go when the brain is willing but the body just can’t cut it at the same level of performance that it managed decades ago? Graeme Wilcockson reviews a few ways to satisfy those competitive weekend instincts that will tax both mind and body — yet leave you able to move on Monday morning

Eat For A Glow That Is More Than Skin Deep

Now that summer is here, it’s time to peel off the layers and make some vitamin D. But if your skin isn’t as peachy as you would like, or if you are worried about staying safe in the sun, find out how good nutrition may support your skin’s health. Maggie Charlesworth writes

Natural Beauty

If headlines about microbeads from cosmetics polluting our seas have got you wondering how you can do your bit for the environment, try using nature’s harvest to feed your skin. Hannah Maryse Robinson writes

Common Kitchen Practices Making Us Sick

Every year, thousands of us fall sick from food poisoning because of how we have handled food. Louise Scodie and Louise Wates look at common ways in which we are going wrong

Could Antioxidants Save Our Bacan?

Nitrates and nitrites have long been linked to cancer. We look at how they are part of a chain reaction that may not always be harmful to human health... So what’s the case with bacon?

Red Meat

Depending upon the headlines, red meat can be in or out of favour; we look at recent research.

The Big Sleep

With more demands on our time, sleep is becoming a poor relation. Jane Dawson investigates the associations between health, feeling good, and that all-important eight hours sleep a night.

Tea

Tea, especially the green variety, is often touted as a panacea for health and even weight-loss. Louise Wates puts the kettle on and looks at whether it is a reputation that is well-deserved.

When Bad Is Good

Social campaigner Mary Whitehouse abhorred it. Writer and actor Stephen Fry has publicly done and defended it. But how do you feel about swearing? Yeshi Dolma writes.

A Multi-focused Approach

Nicola Moore looks at how menopause symptoms and a long history of colitis are causing “havoc” for a busy mother who is battling weight gain, discomfort, tiredness and sugar cravings.

Mood Food

Many of us might snack to cheer ourselves up, so Lisa Patient investigates whether swapping comfort foods for healthier choices could make us feel much better in the long run.

B Vitamins

One of the vital functions of B vitamins is to help us turn food into energy. However, as recent research shows, eating a range of foods rich in B vitamins can have substantial benefits, throughout our life, from the cradle to a healthy old age. Lisa Patient writes

No Sugar - Coating For This Advice

For nearly three decades, the American scientist Ancel Keys spent half of each year in Pioppi, Italy — considered to be the birthplace of the Mediterranean diet. Dr Aseem Malhotra, a cardiologist, low-carbohydrate diet advocate, and straight-talking health campaigner, visited this picturesque town to film a documentary and research his book The Pioppi Diet. Louise Wates found out why

The Reducetarian Way

If you want to cut down on eating animal products but don’t think that being vegetarian or vegan is for you, then a reducetarian approach might be the right compromise. Celia Jarvis writes

Wishing For Some Get Up And Go

Nicola Moore looks at supporting Helen, who wants to lose a little weight and gain a lot of energy

Keep Calm And Eat Breakfast

The modern breakfast is becoming an increasingly rushed affair, so Amelia Glean looks at the health implications of hurrying what is still often called ‘the most important meal of the day’

Down To Earth With A High Flyer

Catherine Morgan speaks to ‘nutritional therapist to the stars’ Amelia Freer

When Food Is A Chore

Nicola Moore looks at supporting Sharon, who has little interest in food, but wants to put on weight

Snack Attack

Do you panic if your bag is not fully-loaded with snacks on stand-by to silence your child’s rumbling tummy? If so, read on.

Why Sport England Says: This Girl Can

Former fitness-phobe Alice Ball takes a look at why Sport England wants to get women of all ages moving with the This Girl Can campaign, and speaks to some women who did

Given Up Your New Year Resolution? Try Using Your Imagination

Do you want to feel healthier and happier this year? According to new research, visualising how you want to be could help to make that New Year’s resolution become a long-term reality.

A Weighty Issue

A drug to aid weight-loss could be the answer to many prayers; both individual and corporate. But could relying on a pill have unpleasant consequences short- and long-term?

Get Spicy!

Mixing your own masalas and seasonings is a great way to use up random spices that may be lurking at the back of your cupboards, as well as to save money and add some flavour to winter warmers.

How A 'Student Project' Grew Into An NHS-Approved Tool For Diabetes

In 2018, the NHS gave the green light for GPs to prescribe the GroHealth low-carb programme for type 2 diabetes. Louise Wates spoke to Arjun Panesar, one of the brains behind its creation.

Supporting Shattered Mums & Dads With Nutritional Therapy

It’s all too common for parents to feel exhausted whilst trying their best to be the perfect mum or dad. Mum-of-two Catherine Morgan signed up to a new course in search of her own waning mojo

Opting For A Plant-Based Diet

Thinking of taking the Veganuary pledge? Find out what nutrients you should be thinking of and how to get them.

A Rewarding Career From Mindful Movement And Conscious Nourishment

ION, which publishes Optimum Nutrition, was founded to teach nutrition and inspire future generations. Graduate Charlotte Watts (DipION mBANT CNHC) told us how her own ill-health led to a successful career as a registered nutritional therapist and yoga teacher.

Why Playing With Food Can Broaden Tastes For The Future

A childs refusal to try new foods can cause stress and worry in even the most calm adults. MaggieCharlesworthlooks at how making food fun, or just trying a different tactic can help.

A Summer Selection Of Goods And Goodies

Lazy Vegan frozen Chunky Pulled Peaz is a gluten-free, plant-based protein source suitable for vegans and — with a substantial texture — flexitarians.