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‘Scottish oatcakes with a dollop of peanut butter’: An artist’s day on a plate

‘Scottish oatcakes with a dollop of peanut butter’: An artist’s day on a plate

Dr Joanna McMillan says oatcakes are “a fabulously nutritious snack” for Michelle Pereira to eat as an afternoon snack.

  • by Nicole Economos

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How to keep your pets safe over the summer break

How to keep your pets safe over the summer break

#1. Choose treats wisely. Ham, Christmas pudding and other leftovers may seem harmless, but often such high fat foods can be toxic.

  • by Dilvin Yasa
How to make the most of your time off, according to psychologists

How to make the most of your time off, according to psychologists

Whether you have a day, week or month off, there are ways to ensure you’re making the most of your annual leave.

  • by Brittney Rigby
MSG was blacklisted, but now it’s back on the menu. What changed?

MSG was blacklisted, but now it’s back on the menu. What changed?

Is MSG “salt on crack” or a key ingredient to healthier cooking? The attitudes towards MSG are changing in surprising ways.

  • by Sarah Berry
Can certain foods really reduce your cancer risk?

Can certain foods really reduce your cancer risk?

No single food can protect you from cancer, but experts believe there are some that will help you build the best defence.

  • by Nikki Campo
‘How did you get there?’ The awkward chats I’ve had while having a mammogram

‘How did you get there?’ The awkward chats I’ve had while having a mammogram

When a stranger is wiping gel off your nipple, you definitely laugh at their jokes.

  • by Nicola Redhouse
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‘Milk tea with boba pearls and half sugar’: Dami Im’s afternoon snack

‘Milk tea with boba pearls and half sugar’: Dami Im’s afternoon snack

“I walk around the city for half an hour to look around – and that’s my cardio for the day!” says the singer, who shares her day on a plate.

  • by Nicole Economos
Like many people, Leah spends every Christmas alone. This is how she copes

Like many people, Leah spends every Christmas alone. This is how she copes

It can be challenging, but there are ways to infuse joy into the day.

  • by Evelyn Lewin
Do you walk, but not run? This might be the app for you

Do you walk, but not run? This might be the app for you

Apple’s 2023 app of the year may not be an obvious choice, but it’s a winner for anyone who loves the outdoors.

  • by Sarah Berry
Men are writhing in pain and millions of women can’t stop watching

Men are writhing in pain and millions of women can’t stop watching

A new TikTok trend featuring period simulators is going viral. But should women’s pain be an online gimmick?

  • by Madison Griffiths
Everything experts want you to know about sleep trackers

Everything experts want you to know about sleep trackers

The technology in Oura rings, Fitbits and Apple watches is impressive, but imperfect.

  • by Markham Heid