This Month
The health myth fuelling our cottage cheese obsession
A social media-driven boom in sales of the low-fat dairy product reflects our broader obsession with protein. But do most Australians really need more?
This ‘neurohacking’ retreat promises a zen mindset in record time
Time in darkened pods, brainwave mapping and remembering past hurts – after paying $24,500. Can you really gain 40 years of spiritual enlightenment in a week?
June
Why that bowl of ramen could keep you looking young
Bone broth is rich in collagen, which is good for your skin. It’s also healthier than stock, but do its other claims stack up? We asked nutritionists.
‘I thought my brain fog was dementia, but it was a vitamin deficiency’
When solicitor Katrina Burchell was commuting, she got on the wrong train – for the third night in a row. It was the start of a journey that made her a CEO.
The drink that makes healthy ageing 13pc more likely
Most people who consume coffee appreciate the quick jolt of energy it provides. A new study suggests it could also help you live better for longer.
I’m a cancer expert. Here are 11 science-based ways to cut your risk
About one in five people around the world will develop the disease throughout the course of their lives. Take these tips to help avoid it.
May
Eat this to help you reach 70 without chronic disease
A diet rich in plant-based foods and fewer ultra-processed products is associated with healthier ageing, a study has found.
How the Ozempic hormone works – and ways to increase it naturally
Weight-loss jabs can come with a range of side effects from digestive discomfort and wrinkled, sagging skin to kidney failure. But there is an alternative.
April
What your height says about your health
Younger generations have been getting taller as living standards have shifted, childhood starvation disappeared, and common infectious diseases were eradicated.
The more protein, the better? Here’s a fact-check of 6 big claims
Social media influencers – many with medical or scientific degrees in their bios – claim most people are woefully deficient in the nutrient. Are they right?
5 science-backed longevity ‘hacks’ that don’t cost a fortune
Pursuing a longer life has become an expensive – and time-consuming – hobby. But it doesn’t have to be. Many practices that work are also the cheapest.
March
What alcohol does to your gut health
Unfortunately, even if you’re maxing out on kombucha, much of the good work is undone by a boozy meal or a few beers in the pub. Here are four tips to help.
February
Your diet could be disrupting your sleep. Here’s what to eat instead
Studies show that when people consume foods rich in fibre, tryptophan and unsaturated fats, they rest well and have fewer cravings for junk foods the next day.
November 2024
I ate like Trump for a week. I don’t understand how he is still alive
Donald Trump’s diet is that of a child, just a bland bonanza of beige – and it properly affected my body.
Why that ultra-processed food is ageing you
As anyone who’s ever tried to stop at just one potato chip can tell you, the stuff is moreish – and scientists are discovering more about the harmful effects.
July 2024
The cheap vegetable that could save your life
According to a new study, eating carrots increases carotenoids in your skin. These phytonutrients lead to a lower risk of chronic disease and a stronger immune function.
June 2024
Four easy ways to cut 300 calories a day – and live longer
Eating less not only helps you lose weight – it also makes you biologically “younger”. But there’s no need to adopt a strict diet.
December 2023
10 nutrition tips for a healthy new year
The most valuable nutrition guidance is based on science. Here are 10 science-backed pearls to carry you into the new year.
December 2023
Eight Christmas treats experts would cancel, and the healthier options
The average Briton eats an extra 2410 calories every day over the festive period, consuming up to 6000 calories on the main day alone. Don’t be like them.
November 2022
The tricky food label terms that companies use to mask added sugars
A survey found that switching brands in some products could reduce annual intake by several kilograms.