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A balanced diet and quality sleep are key pillars of good health, but few of us realise just how deeply one can impact the other. Research suggests that what we eat and when we eat can have a signific

Does ketchup take up room in the fridge because you’re unsure about keeping it in the cupboard? Or do you still treat bug bites with toothpaste, as that’s what you did growing up? When it comes to wel

Not all sugars are created equal. Natural sugars – found in whole foods like fruit, root vegetables, and dairy – come packaged with fibre, vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients that slow absorption an

Want to buzz with non-stop energy, sidestep hunger pangs in between meals and feel fabulous? The simplest way to get the best out of each day isn’t by counting every calorie or cutting out food groups

Feel sluggish and low after a carby meal or sugar-loaded blowout? Our diet has a big impact on our mood. That’s because the gut-brain axis is connected by millions of nerves that transmit messages in

Don’t just use fresh herbs as garnish, says Dorothy Woods, nutritionist and private chef (healthydot.com). “Parsley, basil, coriander etc are concentrated sources of antioxidants and add bright flavou