April 2010

COVER FEATURE: The latest food myths you asked us to investigate: Fiction, fad or fact? • How to beat middle-aged spread • Probiotics: New research on the health benefits • Microwave one-dish wonders

Cover feature

The latest food myths you asked us to investigate... fiction, fad or fact?

You're happily enjoying what you're eating when along comes a friend, or an email, stating your food is hazardous, or even – gulp – deadly! But what to believe? We look at the scientific evidence behind the sensational food tales and deliver the truth of the matter.

Expert advice

• How to beat middle-aged spread
• Probiotics: New research on the health benefits

How to

• Make meals for one
• Choose canned tuna
• Get kids cooking
• Boost your folate
• Get vitamin B12
  

This month’s recipes

• Microwave one-dish wonders
• Simon and Alison Holst share their favourite healthy dishes to take to group celebrations
• Reader recipe competition winners

Plus much more…