Don’t make children eat their greens
It's the age-old family dilemma. Tim Lott explains why it isn't worth the bother
Are free school meals a good idea?
Nick Clegg announced last week that all five- to seven-year-olds are to get free school meals from next year. Mark Littlewood and Carmel McConnell debate whether this is fair
Fasted training: should you eat before exercise?
Traditional research states that runners need carbohydrate to train effectively, but new studies show the benefits of fasted training. Jill Leckey explains the 'train low, compete high' concept
Green juice: drink your way to five a day
Juice made from green leafy vegetables is the latest health-food trend. Is it really good for you, or just an expensive fad? Katy Salter investigates
Free school meals: not the only way to get kids eating healthily
From cooking clubs to involving kitchen staff in class, there are lots of ways to get pupils excited about healthy foods
Smoothies and fruit juices are a new risk to health, US scientists warn
Scientists say potential damage from naturally occurring fructose in apparently healthy drinks is being overlooked
Protein-enhanced food: the latest health craze
Protein powder is being added to foods from bread to ice-cream, as it makes you feel fuller for longer. But do we really need more protein in our diets?
Should I believe calorie counts?
Luisa Dillner: There may be a difference between a food's listed calorific value, and the amount of calories it actually delivers – but only a small one
Credit to Jamie where it’s due, but he doesn’t understand food poverty
Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett: I'm all for Oliver's anti-obesity crusading, but his remarks about bad food and big TVs do reveal a lack of understanding of modern poverty
Which? attacks ‘exaggerated’ food supplement health claims
Boots among manufacturers 'using clever language to imply unproven benefits', says consumer group