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10 (easy) ways to cut out the sugar

We may be born with a sweet tooth, but cultivating it can lead to long-term health problems. Here's some advice for cutting down on sugar

5 speedy after-work suppers

Try our week's worth of delicious dinners that call for minimal time in the kitchen

Anthony Worrall Thompson makes a right dog's dinner

Anthony Worrall Thompson's current favourite subjects of kids, pets and family life are a far cry from the notoriously commitment-shy womaniser he once was, going to show that people really do change. With his focus increasingly shifting towards healthy eating and nutrition, we catch up with him as he launches his latest unusual venture: pet food

Be an eco food guru

Advice on how to be environmentally aware when shopping for and preparing food

Bonfire bites for Guy Fawkes Night

Even if you have the plotting skills of the hapless Guy Fawkes, you can still cook up some flaming good ideas for a bonfire-night feast

Boxing day and beyond

It?s the day after Christmas, and the last thing you want to do is cook. Prepare yourself in advance with Jane Suthering?s simple and delicious recipes

Can I freeze bananas?

Can I freeze bananas to use as baby food

Child fare

There are so many mixed messages about food these days, it's no wonder youngsters are confused about what to eat. Find out how to encourage your children to have a healthy attitude towards food

Dealing with a dairy-free diet

A lactose intolerance may rule out some traditional favourites, but despair no: Terry Farris has some delicious non-dairy option

Easy take-along snacks for car journeys

Feed your family with these healthy nibbles, without the additives and preservatives of the usual car or plane snacks