As well as being good for you, they nourish the soil, plus they’re excellent value — in this 10-page special, we shine a light on beans and all the ways they can make a positive impact

We all know that what we eat has a direct impact on our health – for better or worse – and it can be crucial when it comes to what is arguably the hardest working organ in your body. Your heart beats

Beans on toast meets cheese on toast, but with a twist. This version is all about umami Marmite, melty Cheddar and big, creamy butter beans – plus some tart pickled shallots to cut through it all. We

■ Serves 4 ■ Prep 10 mins ■ Cook 15 mins 300g head of broccoli, broken intoflorets300g pasta (we used orecchiette)1 tbsp pine nuts1 large bunch of basil1 large garlic clove2 tbsp parmesan, finely grat

Last month we shared dietary advice for supporting women through different life stages — this month we focus on what men should be eating through each day to keep fit

Our food editor Hayley reveals what’s in store this month