Is it true that … most of us aren’t getting enough protein? The general population needs far less protein than is often made out by influencers. Don’t miss out on other important aspects of your diet
How do I stay healthy in my 50s? Ageing isn’t something that simply starts after you’ve reached a certain year. It’s a lifelong process, and in midlife your health needs can change
Have breakfast for dinner, let kids sleep in their clothes … and 12 other easy tips for better evenings Feeling frazzled and drained at the end of the day? Try these expert micro-habits
‘We have learned to have low expectations’: why can’t British hospitals serve better food? After spending years in and out of hospital with my daughter, I know the patients’ food isn’t usually very good. But does it have to be this way?
Want to live longer? Forget blue zones – these factors improve your chances of ageing well Finding the perfect combination of lifestyle hacks to live to 110 irks many experts who are more interested in quality of life
Why pickles and ice-cream? The science of strangely specific pregnancy cravings Salty or sweet, nutritional or not – there may be hankerings for unexpected foods when pregnant, but beware the old adage of eating for two
The experts: dietitians on 20 ways to cut down on UPFs while still eating what you love Ultra-processed foods are everywhere – but a few small tweaks to your diet can minimise the damage they cause. Here’s how to go about it
Start your day on a strawberry: 15 microhabits for calmer, healthier mornings From cold showers to mini meditations, experts share really simple tips for a brighter start to the day
Detoxification is a popular claim in wellness. But it’s just another lie The misconception that we can purify our bodies isn’t our fault. But it’s a distraction from a deeper problem
Ozempic or Wegovy can be a godsend, but their non-medical use is alarming Semaglutides are powerful drugs that carry risks, not tools for rapid weight loss, says professor of public health Devi Sridhar