Nutrition

Adding oil to your salads promotes the absorption of micronutrients, according to a new study.

Walnuts in our diet can change the makeup of gut bacteria which can significantly improve our health.

Daily consumption of tomatoes may reduce the development of skin cancer tumours.

Karen Bridgman gets to the source of a case of severe itch.

People who prefer milk-alternative drinks may be at risk of iodine deficiency, according to a new study.

The sheer magnificence of our inner workings leaves me in awe after Dr Libby Weaver’s Beautiful Weekend.

Higher consumption of red meat and poultry is associated with an increased risk of diabetes.

Dark chocolate enriched with olive oil reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease significantly.

People who have a diminished sense of taste choose sweeter and higher calorie foods to compensate.

Higher levels of lutein – found in spinach and kale – has a protective effect against cognitive decline as we age.

Scandinavian countries are known for their openness and their minimalist aesthetic, but you can take notes from the Nords in two more areas: diet and lifestyle.

Karin Cutter addresses a case of brittle, dry and uneven nails. Take a look.