Michael Bachelard before (left) and after doing the Fast 800 diet.

Beefy to buff in just 10 weeks:What it’s really like to do the Fast 800 diet

Following a strict weight-loss program,Michael Bachelard endured twitchy legs,the fear of bad breath and constant cravings to shift his lard baby.

  • Michael Bachelard
Cypriot grain salad.

Is it possible to improve the greatest salad of all time? Good Food gives it a crack

The cult Cypriot grain salad has had more than 5 million downloads and is a mainstay of many a family table. But can we make it even better? Only one way to find out.

  • Good Food team
Chocolate

Can chocolate ever be healthy? A dietitian breaks it down (plus her five top picks)

Whether you prefer milk,dark or white chocolate,the question is whether any of them can be considered a “health food”.

  • Susie Burrell
Eggs and hummus on toast make an easy-to-prepare,high-protein,meal.

Six sources of protein that aren’t meat – and why experts love them

There are clear health risks associated with eating too much red and processed meat. Here are six alternatives.

  • Sophie Egan
Frozen dumplings are good to have on stand-by.

The frozen foods a dietitian always has on hand (and how to use them)

Keep these ingredients on standby in the freezer and you’ll never be stuck for a healthy,speedy dinner.

  • Susie Burrell
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Steak with artichokes

14 high-protein,low-carb meals to cook this week

Overdo it over the weekend? Get back on track with these easy midweek dinners the whole gang will love.

Ortiz tinned fish is a colourful - and instantly recognisable - addition to a grazing board.

A dietitian’s guide to the best tinned fish to fill your basket with – and what to watch out for

From tuna to salmon,sardines and mackerel,which are the best types of tinned fish to eat,and why?

  • Susie Burrell
Jane’s tart plum gummies.

How this ingredient made from animal bones,skin and cartilage became a sweet healthy hit

There’s been a lot of hype lately about the health benefits of eating gelatin. So,should you reach for the gummy bears,or is it all a lot of hot air?

  • Jane de Graaff
Coconut water.

Is coconut water actually good for you? A dietitian breaks it down

Is it good for us or another product wearing a health halo? Susie Burrell compares it to water,soft drink and fruit juice.

  • Susie Burrell
Eating a diverse range of plants helps our gut bacteria (and our brains) to thrive.

The six best foods for your gut (and your brain)

What we eat can have a significant impact on our brain – here are the six best foods,according to dietitians and neuroscientists.

  • Laurel Ives