Shopping for change

Leader: There is a great deal the government can do to help overweight people without falling foul of the familiar charge of nannying.

Extreme dining

In the wake of Super Size Me, it looked as if the fast-food giants were embracing healthy eating, with salads appearing on every menu. But that's all over. The big chains in the US are now pushing 'indulgent offerings': huge stacks of meat, oozing with grease - and not a vegetable in sight. Oliver Burkeman reports.

Seven food alarms

Not all food sensitivities are as obvious as nut allergies. Here are seven signs that may indicate a problem, says Alex Gazzola.

Gut feelings

David Batty reports on how prebiotic foods can help cure fragile British stomachs.

Feed your mind

University is not usually synonymous with gastronomic heaven - but if you learn to cook, it can nourish body and soul.