Diet & Nutrition
The B vitamins rarely get the same attention as vitamin C or D, but they're essential for energy, nervous system health and more. Here's a complete breakdown of all eight, including food sources and deficiency signs.
Grams on a label don't always mean much at a glance - but teaspoons do. Here's how much sugar is really in your favourite foods and drinks, converted into something you can actually picture.
Deep red, naturally tart, and increasingly popular - hibiscus tea has more research behind it than most herbal teas, particularly for blood pressure. Here's what it can genuinely offer, and what to know before making it a habit.
Bananas are one of the most popular fruits in the world - but are they actually good for you? Here's the real nutritional breakdown, plus what to know if you notice digestive symptoms after eating them.
Caffeine-free, soothing, and a long-time favourite for digestive comfort - here's what peppermint tea can genuinely do for you, and what to know about drinking it regularly.
Oat milk has taken over supermarket shelves and coffee shops alike, but is it actually good for you? Here's what's really in it, how it compares to dairy, and what to check for on the label.
"Vegan" and "vegetarian" get used almost interchangeably, but they're not the same diet. Here's what actually separates them, the different types of vegetarianism, and how to choose the right approach for you.
Vitamin D is one of the trickier nutrients to get enough of on a vegan diet, since the two richest dietary sources — oily fish and eggs — are both off the table. The good news is that with the right combination of mushrooms, fortified foods, and a supplement over autumn and winter, it's entirely possible to maintain healthy levels on a fully plant-based diet.
Roughly 1 in 6 people in the UK have insufficient vitamin D levels, making it the most common vitamin deficiency in the country — and most people with it don't have any obvious symptoms at all. When symptoms do appear, they're often subtle and easy to put down to something else, from tiredness to low mood to bone and muscle aches.