Ask Emma

Natural health therapist Emma Mitchell answers your questions.

The new black

Hannah Pool: Foundation is there to even out imperfections and tone.

Body strategy

Your questions answered by fitness expert Joanna Hall.

The politics of childbirth

Overly medicalised? Starved of resources? Understaffed? Our story yesterday about one family's tragic experience of childbirth on the NHS has focused attention on maternity services in Britain. But are things really that bad? Sarah Boseley asks some of those on the frontline if they have faith in the system.

The quitter

Tanya Gold: I logged on to Quitnet; now I wish it would leave me alone.

Off the hoof

Eating meat provides growing children with many essential proteins. Dr John Briffa reveals how to beef up a vegetarian and vegan diet.

Dear John

I am due to have an operation on my ankle in June. Are there any natural remedies that might help my recovery after surgery?

Party animals

Is madness a useful quality in a leader? Oliver James reveals the pathology of politics, and explains what makes us tick when it comes to voting.