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The latest news, trends and need-to-know research updates

ALEXA, WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF FLU?

Most of us ask Alexa what’s on at the cinema, to give

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The reduction in the risk of pre-cancerous bowel growths

PORTIONS FOR PRE-SCHOOLERS

Knowing what and how much to feed toddlers has never

BRILLIANT BREAKFAST BOWLS

These energising treats are worth seeking out for a special start to the day…

CUT SALT TO BEAT THE BLOAT

Many of us put bloating down to PMS, overindulging

WALK TOWARDS BETTER BRAIN HEALTH

Being consistently more physically active can help

BETTER-FOR-YOU BISCUITS

We love these healthier alternatives at snack time…

GO GREEN TO REDUCE CRAVINGS

Whether you’re desperate for a cigarette, a glass of

TAKE A LOOK INSIDE…

Ever wanted to see how your digestive system works

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HOME-GROWN ADVICE FROM JENNIFER IRVINE

Feed your gut & CLEAR YOUR HEAD

Most of us have heard that the bacteria in probiotics can treat traveller’s tummy or IBS.Now emerging evidence shows they could also improve your low mood, stop insomnia, help prevent migraines and help you handle stress, says Jo Waters

WIN SIX MONTHS of ORGANIC FRUIT and VEG BOXES

Healthy home delivered boxes from Abel & Cole make eating more fruit and veg easy. Enter our competition to win half a year’s supply

New hope for those with endometriosis

This incurable condition can cause years of pain and fertility problems, but it’s notoriously tricky to diagnose. A new test may make things easier, says Dawn Harper

IS LEGAL CANNABIS (CBD) really a cure-all?

Help with sleep, stress, anxiety, chronic pain, skin complaints… There are no end of health claims for over-the-counter products with cannabis-derived CBD. But are they safe, how should you use them and – the crunch question – do they actually work? Melanie Leyshon asks the experts, while Hannah Ebelthite speaks to those who use it

Healthy TONIGHT!

We’ve mixed exciting flavour combos with a variety of crunchy and soft textures to make healthy weeknights extra satisfying

6pm panic

Spice up a quiet night in with this substantial but low-cal salad that can be on the table in 15 min

Dinner for one

High in iron and calcium, this makes a satisfying supper for one, with 3 of your 5-a-day

LAYER UP the FLAVOURS

Add more meat-free days with our alternatives to beef lasagne – there’s a recipe to suit every taste

MEET the SUPER SALADS

These colourful plates are easy to pull together and provide the nutrition you need for a balanced main meal

SCOTCH EGGS

This usually high-calorie, deep-fried favourite is yours to enjoy if you follow our tweaked recipe – which tastes no less delicious for being baked

Take a can of PUY LENTILS

Make more use of canned or pouched lentils to help boost your 5-a-day, kicking off with our three easy recipes

POWER UP your LUNCHTIME SARNIE

Forgo the meal deal for home-made sarnies and you can upgrade your diet while you save money. Nutrition editor Amanda Ursell shows how to pack more nutrients into the UK’s most popular pairings

Super-charge your HUMMUS

Why settle for same old, same old? Whiz up our easy hummus, then customise it with your favourite topping to make it special. You won’t bother with that supermarket tub again…

Plant-based POKÉ

You don’t need to be on a special diet to fall for these good-looking bowls brimming with colour, flavour and nutrients

MANGO MAGIC

Sit back, relax and hold on to the last rays of summer with a healthier version of a classic that uses kefir or live yogurt for a gut-friendly boost

10-MINUTE PEACH PUDS

Late-summer peaches are still going strong – make the most of the ripest, juiciest fruits in these desserts full of natural sweetness

YOUR DIET PLAN

The delicious, nutritious and versatile way to lose weight

YOUR WAY and keep it off for good

BREAKFAST 300kcal 1 croissant with a skinny cappuccino

NOW KEEP GOING…

FRUIT AND NUT CEREAL 304kcal Mix 40g bran flakes with

Pick and mix your meals

ROLLMOP AND POTATO SALAD 397kcal 80g green leaf salad

Weight-loss star

Heather Valletta, 36, was in denial about her family’s unhealthy diet and her own ballooning weight – until a friend persuaded her to cook some simple recipes from scratch

healtyfood BEST of health AWARDS 2019

MEET THE JUDGES Our experts testing snacks and drinks

STRIKE A POSE to reduce stress

If you’re struggling with anxiety or low mood, try yoga instructor Hannah Barrett’s simple moves. They’re designed to help you find calm and raise your spirits

BACK TO beauty school

It may be years since you skipped back to school with a shiny new pencil case, but the cusp of the new season is the perfect time for a fresh start. Leah Hardy explains how rethinking your look can rejuvenate your spirits

IN OCTOBER’S healthy food

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References

Your guide to the research behind this month’s stories and features

Nutrition lowdown

We cut through the science to help you work out how our recipes – and the foods you buy in the supermarket – fit into a balanced, healthy diet

The body double that could improve your health

How can we know what’s best for our bodies when we’re all unique? Supercomputers are all set to build the Virtual Humans that will determine how each of us can stay healthy, says Professor Andrea Townsend-Nicholson

MANAGING YOUR TYPE 2 with a low-carb diet

Controlling your blood sugar levels and losing weight if you need to can be critical, explains nutrition expert Jenny Phillips

THE BASICS of low-carb eating

The ‘CarbScale’ diet has been devised by Jenny Phillips to allow you to eat to meet your individual needs rather than following a one-size-fits-all formula to determine your target level of carbohydrates

IMPROVING your diet

You’re about to embark on an eating plan that is both delicious and satisfying. By focusing on fresh ingredients, you will dramatically increase the quality of your food, which will pay off in terms of your overall health and energy levels

The pasta chef who put his type 2 INTO REMISSION

When her vibrant and lively husband developed health issues and her own weight began creeping up, Katie Caldesi began to question their diets. The answer altered both their lives

Recipes for SUCCESS

Going low carb will soon become second nature, but the first step is to find delicious alternatives to carb-laden meals. These recipes by chef Giancarlo Caldesi will get you started

5takeaway TIPS

How you approach your new way of eating can make or break the results. These ideas will help you set yourself up for success