Jennifer Bowden - Columnists

How portion distortion leads to obesity

Issue 3815 19th Jun 2013

Downsizing your plate size can help trim your waistline.

Issue 3814 6th Jun 2013

It’s the leading cause of vision loss but most of us have never heard of it and have no idea how to prevent it.

Issue 3814 6th Jun 2013

Using a simple test called the Amsler Grid, anyone can quickly and easily check whether they have a macular problem.

Issue 3813 30th May 2013

The No 1 rule with gastroenteritis is to keep up your fluid intake.

Issue 3812 23rd May 2013

Any diet, vegetarian or not, can benefit from good protein and fibre.

Issue 3811 21st May 2013

Is it possible to eat a vegan diet and still have good health long term?

Issue 3810 9th May 2013

The link between weather, diet and mental health appears stronger than previously believed.

Issue 3809 2nd May 2013

Whatever your ideas about feeding children, guilt will probably be on the menu.

Issue 3808 24th Apr 2013

An extract from olive tree leaves has been found to give some significant health benefits.

Issue 3807 18th Apr 2013

Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay, but is it safe?