Scientists issue heart warning on fat content of doner kebabs

Studies find that the food contains up to the equivalent of a wine glass of cooking oil

Hard to swallow

A report saying that certain dietary supplements may do more harm than good has prompted howls of outrage from the vitamin and health-food lobby. So who exactly should we believe? Sarah Boseley reports

Vitamin supplements may increase risk of death

Vitamin supplements taken by millions may raise risk of premature death, claims new scientific review

Sweetener may increase obesity risk, says study

People who use sweeteners may be at greater obesity risk than those who use sugar, scientists warn

Blame it on the bacon

Mark Lawson: The latest commotion over diet and cancer suggests the hysteria bug has now infected doctors.

Blood pressure risk to children from high salt diets

Higher salt diets in children lead to raised blood pressure which increases the risk of heart disease and stroke in later life, according to a study based on data collected in the National Diet and Nutrition Survey.

Obesity is not just gluttony – it may be in your genes

· Half of population carry a copy of 'problem' version· Scientists insist diet and exercise still important

Stirring deeds

A nutrition project for vulnerable women shows how cooking can change lives - and be fun, says Rachel Pugh.

Superfoods

Golden linseeds (also known as flaxseeds) are powerhouses of nutrition.