A new report by the Pesticide Action Network shows that levels of pesticide residues in the UK’s food supply are rising
29 August, 2013Concerns over the use of silver nanoparticles as pesticides on fresh produce are growing as scientists struggle to find ways of detecting them in our food
28 August, 2013Sulphurous compounds in broccoli could slow down the destruction of cartilage in osteoarthritis
28 August, 2013Good dental hygiene can help reduce the risk of oral cancers caused by human papilloma virus, say researchers
27 August, 2013More reasons why breast is best – scientists find beneficial bacteria from a mother’s gut can transfer to her baby via her breastmilk
22 August, 2013A sleepless night makes us more likely to reach for doughnuts or pizza than for whole grains and leafy green vegetables – now scientists think they know why
22 August, 2013Celery, artichokes, and herbs like oregano, all contain powerful antioxidant flavonoids that, according to new research, could help kill human pancreatic cancer cells
20 August, 2013Sore after exercise? Watermelon is rich in the amino acid L-citrulline which can help muscles recover more quickly
20 August, 2013Added sugar, even in a so-called ‘healthy’ diet, can lead to numerous health and behavioural problems
19 August, 2013Critically ill patients are low in coenzyme Q10 – supplementing could help, say researchers
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