Metal fatigue

Increasing your iron intake boosts your energy levels - even if you're not anaemic, says Dr John Briffa.

Ask Emma

Recently, you said that too much salt in the diet causes problems with the kidneys. My son, who is 25, eats Marmite every day and has dark circles under his eyes. Is Marmite too salty?

The new black

Hannah Pool: As I write, it's late May, it's cold, raining and I'm in a bad mood. I can't face Selfridges, which usually means I'm coming down with something nasty.

Bite back

Are you being bugged? There are a host of natural remedies that can help take the sting out of your tale, says Dr John Briffa.

Ask Emma

Five months ago, my partner broke her ankle. She has since been diagnosed as suffering from reflex sympathetic dystrophy, which apparently troubles 5% of fracture patients. Can you recommend a herbal remedy that might help?

The new black

Hannah Pool: Let me get one thing straight: I rather liked Beckham's braids - while they lasted.

How vitamin B could save your life

Evidence is mounting that high levels of a substance called homocysteine increase the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer's and cancer. Fortunately, says Jerome Byrne, a powerful natural weapon can help us defend against it.

The new black

Hannah Pool: Much of what makes me buy a beauty product has little do with the product itself. After all, when it comes to face creams and the like, although you can try testers, you tend not to do so until you've got the thing home.

The new black

Hannah Pool: Breaking out of your usual colour palette is like trying to give up any other addiction.

The new black

Hannah Pool: The Monday after next may be a bank holiday, but rather than try anything rash such as a trip to the seaside or a spot of DIY, I'll be making my annual pilgrimage to the Afro Hair & Beauty Show.