Health

What is fibremaxxing – and how much is too much?

Most of us aren’t getting enough fibre in our diet, but, as our panel of experts explain, upping your intake is a case of taking baby steps …

‘What I see in clinic is never a set of labels’: are we in danger of overdiagnosing mental illness?

Our current approach to mental health labelling and diagnosis has brought benefits. But as a practising doctor, I am concerned that it may be doing more harm than good

Underwear Optional? The Health Pros and Cons of Going Commando

There are times when it is better to wear underwear than not. Here’s what the experts say

My helicopter went into freefall

Christopher Duddy was shooting a film in Hawaii when disaster struck. For 28 hours he choked on fumes near a lava lake, fighting to get to safety

'Boy Kibble': Why Are Young Men Turning to Dog Food for Meal Inspiration?

The dried food, traditionally for pets, has become an unlikely influence for meal preppers. Some commenters have even claimed the trend could be an antidote to toxic masculinity.

Georgina Hayden’s quick and easy recipe for creamy chicken and mustard fricassee

A versatile, one-pan dish to which you can add pretty much whatever seasonal vegetables you like and whatever side suits, and all ready in about half an hour