Health

Imagine there’s a large slice of cake in front of you. Do you resist, or give in to temptation, only to regret it seconds later? Studies show that self-control isn’t only useful when it comes to sticking to New Year’s resolutions; it’s essential for a happy and successful life. So how can you improve yours?  

Lucy Cavendish has spent four decades trying to lose weight, but she's now stopped for counting calories for good. Here's why...

Fed up with endless coughs, colds and boxes of tissues as soon as winter begins? Eminé Rushton reveals how to bolster your immune system

Feel more like hibernating than going for a run? Try one of the latest home workouts, which deliver great results in the comfort of your sitting room

Sweet potato sales are booming – and no wonder. As well as being delicious, they have amazing nutritional benefits 

What should you use for maximum taste – and health benefits – when you drizzle, roast, dress and fry? Emma Hughes finds out 

When your appetite is diminished, it’s all too easy to stop eating altogether. Andréa Childs discovers how to tempt the taste buds in the face of depression, illness or cancer treatment

Ditching carbs is a proven way to lose weight quickly - but is it healthy long-term? Jessica Salter explores. 

We’ve more food choices than ever before – and stacks of advice on healthy diets – so why do the latest figures say we’re still not getting enough of the right nutrients? Helen Foster investigates...