I’m lovin’ it
The week brought great news for fans of real food: falling sales have forced the closure of 25 UK McDonald's branches. Could this be a tipping point? Asks Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall.
Junk food banned in schools from September
A ban on confectionery, crisps and fizzy drinks being provided in schools looks certain to begin in September following the publication of advice to ministers by the new School Food Trust.
Should we swallow this?
Yoghurt that helps digestion. Spreads that lower cholesterol. Milk that makes you brainy. Can so-called functional foods really work? Felicity Lawrence investigates.
May contain cynicism
Zoe Williams: Health warnings on chocolates are based on the fact that they will make no difference at all.
Chocolate bars to carry ‘health warnings’ on wrapping
· Leading manufacturers launch £10m campaign · 'Be treatwise' drive will offer lifestyle advice
The sceptic
Is fizzy water bad for you?
DNA damage from eating red meat linked to cancer
· Harmful compounds raise risk of bowel disease · Volunteers fed diet heavy in beef and pork
What’s in your basket?
The actress Emma Thompson's predilection for tea and spuds leaves her a bit short on greens and omega-3, reckons Dr John Briffa.
Cooking the books
From Ireland to India, Caroline Boucher traverses the globe in search of the best new year cookbooks.