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4 types of vegetarian diets
By Jack Phillips published
Want to eat less meat? Here are the four most popular types of vegetarian diets

Five common food additives — and what they mean for our health
By Joanne Lewsley published
Reference What are the most common food additives, and what effects do they have on our overall health?

How to boost your immune system naturally
By Maddy Biddulph published
We ask the experts how to build and boost your immune system to keep you feeling well

Are artificial sweeteners bad for you?
By Anna Gora published
Reference Are artificial sweeteners bad for you? We weigh up the evidence on sugar substitutes

5-day paleo diet meal plan
By Stacey Carter last updated
reference Channel your inner caveman with our paleo diet meal plan and find out why it’s so popular

The Paleo Diet: What it is and how it works
By Lou Mudge last updated
Feature Celebrities seem to love the paleo diet, but what are the benefits, and risks, of eating like our ancestors?

What humidity is comfortable?
By Becks Shepherd published
We all have our preferences, but what humidity is comfortable? We asked the experts

How long should you wait to exercise after eating?
By Louise Bond published
All you need to know about exercise after eating, from timing to what foods to eat
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