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Food & Drink
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An excellent source of protein: health, hype and hard truths
How much do you need and how much is too much? An expert breaks down the facts and debunks common myths about protein in your diet
‘Ultra-processed foods might not be the real villain in our diets’
Two experts explain what actually makes people like a food? And what drives them to overeat – not just enjoy it, but keep eating after hunger has passed
From arthritis to nausea: five ways ginger could benefit your health
Ginger does more than spice up your stir-fry. Research shows it may ease nausea, reduce inflammation and even support heart health
What is all this fuss about Kombucha?
Melanie Caruana dives into the local scene to discover why people, from Millie Bobbie Brown to Malta's The Good Witch, are drinking live bacteria
A peach of a summer: an August recipe
Enjoy an al-fresco recipe for peaches and mozzarella with an undertone of cumin and take a delicious foray into food heritage along the way
A potted history of fermented foods – from pickles to kimchi
Serin Quinn digs deeper into recent trends promoting fermented foods, which promise to boost your gut health and save both you and the planet from the scourge of food waste
Flirting with figs: a July recipe
Our Times2 food writer shares his new recipe for grilled figs with Roquefort, walnuts, thyme and honey as he looks back at the history of this popular fruit
Even one day off alcohol makes a difference
This timeline maps the many health benefits you'll discover when you stop drinking and gives tips on how to stop or cut down
“How I uncovered a potential ancient Rome wine scam”
Conor Trainor explains how he uncovered deception in the Mediterranean wine trade whilst studying an archaeological site in Crete
Taste History: a true sense of place
"Experiencing the taste of historical dishes offers an unparalleled connection to the past." You are invited to find out more