Move over quinoa, Ethiopia’s teff poised to be next big super grain
Rich in calcium, iron and protein, gluten-free teff offers Ethiopia the promise of new and lucrative markets in the west. Claire Provost and Elissa Jobson investigate
The micronutrient distribution challenge
Iodine and vitamin A are vital for child development. Frederika Whitehead reviews two distinct approaches to tackling micronutrient deficiencies
Haribo sugarless gummy bears – beware the laxative effect
More than 100 consumers of the 5lb bag of sweets have posted reports of calamitous flatulence and violent bowel evacuation. Can it really be true, asks Stuart Heritage
How fruit juice went from health food to junk food
Emine Saner: For decades fruit juice has been seen as a healthy option. Then this week a primary school banned it after claims that it's as bad for you as Coca-Cola. But how big a health risk does it pose?
How to give up sugar in 11 easy steps
Many of us are addicted to sugar. Want to break the habit and get those no-good empty calories out of your life? Zoe Williams explains how to conquer your cravings in 11 easy steps – even if you really, really fancy a Mars bar
Sugar is now enemy number one in the western diet
Aseem Mahotra: Action on Sugar is keen to make the public aware of the dangers and for manufacturers to face regulation
A weighty problem: how to halt obesity in the developing world
Steve Wiggins: Waistlines are expanding at a rapid rate in developing countries. How can governments put healthy eating on the menu?
Obesity soars to ‘alarming’ levels in developing countries
Almost twice as many obese people in poor countries than in rich ones as fat and sugar consumption rises, warns ODI
Healthy eating: nutritious indigenous foods you may never have heard of
Unhealthy western diets should take a leaf from nutrient-rich indigenous fare. Do you know your amaranth from your yacón?
The best food for recovery after exercise
Many runners do a great job in fuelling themselves for training and racing, but are you thinking enough about nutrition to ensure you recover properly between sessions?