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Minette Walters, crime writer: The novelist's appetite for organs and bloody steaks is almost as scary as her books, says Dr John Briffa.

Hard evidence

Suffer with kidney stones? You'll be told to avoid coffee and foods rich in calcium. But, as Dr John Briffa reports, lab tests don't always reflect real life

Firsts among equals

Is university performance an indicator of success in life? Of course not, says Oliver James (2:2)

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Your questions answered by natural health therapist, Emma Mitchell.

The new black

Hannah Pool: What's the seasonal equivalent of a spring clean? An autumn airing, a fall freshening-up? Well, whatever it is, that's what I did this weekend.

Body strategy

Fitness and exercise expert Joanna Hall answers your questions.

Dark materials

Seasonal Affective Disorder plunges many into depression at this time of year. But, as Dr John Briffa reveals, prawns and oily fish provide light relief.

Shoal of hard knocks

When it comes to self-esteem, big fish are much happier in small ponds, says Oliver James.

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Natural health therapist, Emma Mitchell answers your questions.