Telling pregnant women to drink no alcohol is counterproductive
Linda Geddes: There is no strong evidence that low levels of drinking during pregnancy are harmful, and to say so risks stigmatising responsible drinkers
How many calories do you need? – quiz
Counting calories can be confusing. So, how much do you know about them – and can you guess which foods contain the most?
Pregnant women urged to give up coffee
Research finds even low levels of caffeine raise risk of babies being born lighter than expected
Why prunes are good for you
Good for you: Dried plums are not just sweet, succulent and chewy – they also help you to build strong bones
Are ‘free-from’ diets really that good for you?
Matt Chittock: Gluten-free, dairy-free and other restricted diets were once for people with allergies or other medical conditions. Now many practise them voluntarily – but are they really beneficial?
Why mussels are good for you
An inexpensive, sustainable shellfish that gives a boost to your immune system and your brain
Rosie Sykes’s Jerusalem artichoke, hazelnut and goat’s cheese tart recipe
Good for you: A simple and delicious tart from Rosie Sykes that puts Jerusalem artichoke firmly in place as the top winter vegetable
Why Jerusalem artichokes are good for you
Good for you: Jerusalem artichokes are sweet and crunchy when raw, smooth and aromatic when cooked, and contain lots of important nutrients
How safe are running supplements?
The death of runner Claire Squires during the London marathon last year has been put down to the sports supplement Jack3D that she took. So should athletes avoid them altogether? Patrick Barkham investigates