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Research suggests that higher levels of melatonin may help to reduce the infectiousness of COVID-19. We look at how a good night's kip can promote the 'darkness hormone' Read more
Research suggests high and early intravenous doses could help to fight the deadly disease Read more
In these uncertain times, it’s never been more important to maintain a balanced diet to support your physical and mental wellbeing. We speak to Jenny Tschiesche about making the most of your supplies Read more
In light of the latest coronavirus guidelines, vitamin D deficiency may be more likely. Here’s what you can do to keep up your levels Read more
A fresh, nutritious sweet Potato Salad recipe, courtesy Laura Bond, to get us through working from home. Read more
We put our questions about food waste to Helen White, special advisor on household food waste at WRAP (the Waste and Resources Action Programme). With food shortages in the supermarkets, it is perhaps a good time assess our waste habits in the kitchen. Read more
Social isolation may be linked to increased inflammation in the body, according to new research published in Neuroscience and Behavioral Reviews. Read more
Can you eat your way towards wellness? Sally Parr rounds up the foods and strategies to help you beat the blues Read more
Keeping colds and flu at bay is easier said than done, but if you want to build up your reserves there are some nutritional factors to consider. Read more
Whether you’re an elite athlete or go to the gym once a week, your body requires fuel when you exercise. We look at exactly what foods you should be eating and when Read more
Chris says: “The oatcakes of Staffordshire, Derbyshire and Cheshire are soft and almost like crêpes...Here’s my recipe, which uses yeast rather than the baking powder typically used by commercial producers.” Read more
We chat to Chris Young, coordinator of the Real Bread Campaign, about the goals of this initiative, the meaning of ‘Real Bread’, and the ways in which we can get involved. Read more
Consuming low-calorie sweeteners in pregnancy can increase body fat and disrupt the gut microbiota in offspring, according to research published in Gut. Read more
This delicious recipe from Nicola Moore makes for a delicious and healthy lunch – whether you’re taking part in Veganuary this month, or not. Read more
We chat with Karen McCourt, one of ION’s most recent graduates, and find out how she managed to combine her studies with a busy career as a senior manager at the Devon Met Office. Read more