Vinegar is the latest health drink phenomenon – but does it strike a sour note?
It has been claimed that vinegar-based drinks can improve digestion, reduce cholesterol and aid weight loss. No wonder supermarkets are filling up with them
Would you eat insects to save the planet from global warming?
More people would give up meat for edible bugs if they believed they were tasty and trendy, says the freelance writer Jessica Brown
Food for thought: the smart way to better brain health
The human brain is made of food, so what we eat and drink affects our ability to keep a healthy, alert and active mind
Kombucha: can the fermented drink compete with beer at the bar?
The health beverage has already made the leap from health store to cafes – and now it’s on offer in pubs as an alternative to booze
From escargots to le Big Mac: how the land of haute cuisine fell for fast food
The rise of the burger (albeit often posh) is changing old dining habits. But MPs fear for France’s health
Weight Watchers plans tech rebrand to take on wellness industry
Under the name ‘WW’ the US-listed firm hopes to broaden its appeal as diets begin to wane
Too much gluten while pregnant linked to increased diabetes risk for baby
Experts warn against switching to a gluten-free diet because that may reduce intake of fibre, iron and B-vitamins
Children’s yoghurts contain ‘shocking’ amounts of sugar, study finds
While they are still a healthier choice than a chocolate bar or a biscuit, flavoured yoghurts are packed with sugar
Seven ways to approach going vegan
If you’re thinking of joining the 3.5m British people who eat only plants, take things slowly at first, brace yourself for judgment and start reading food labels properly
An adult guide to eating more greens – even if you hate them
One in 20 adults have eaten no green vegetables in the past month, according to a poll. Here are the most delicious ways to get even the most ardent veggie-phobes munching kale