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The health benefits of buckwheat
A nutritionist explains the benefits of this tiny seed, sometimes referred to as a pseudograin.
Are olives good for you?
Discover the health benefits of olives, from healthy fats to phytonutrients.
Eating for energy: what is The Energy Plan?
Performance nutritionist James Collins explains how to eat strategically for more energy.
Fuel your fitness
Fuel your fitness
GuideWhat should I eat if I exercise in the morning?
GuideWhat should I eat if I exercise in the evening?
Discover a three-day meal plan, chosen by performance nutritionist James...
GuideWhat to eat for a workout
Whether you’re all about yoga, a HIIT fan or a marathon runner, Good Food...
GuideWhat to eat before your run
Want to know how to run faster? Looking for the best snacks to eat before a run...
GuideAll our marathon meal plans
Discover what to eat and when to train in the week before a marathon with our...
Healthy Chinese recipe ideas
Healthy Chinese recipe ideas
CollectionHealthy Chinese
RecipeChicken noodle soup
Mary Cadogan's aromatic broth will warm you up on a winter's evening -...
RecipeSea bass with sizzled ginger, chilli & spring onions
The aromas released while cooking this dish will have everyone licking their...
RecipeLighter Sweet & sour pork
This Chinese takeaway family favourite can be made much healthier - lower the...
RecipeLighter Chinese chilli beef
Don't reach for the takeaway menu, try this beef stir-fry recipe instead. It's...
Training for a marathon or sporting event? There are many potential links to muscle cramping, but there's no single answer or cure. In many cases it appears that muscle fatigue (from increased training) plays a large part. Sodium depletion and dehydration have previously been linked to cramping onset, so it's wise to keep on top of hydration practices. Magnesium helps to maintain normal muscle function, and a deficiency is also thought to result in cramping. If you're worried you may have low magnesium levels, foods such as oats, rye and wheat, as well as mixed nuts and seeds, are good sources.
More healthy recipes
More healthy recipes
Top health tips
Top health tips
Guide5 ways the food you eat affects your brain
We asked a dietitian to explain how different foods, drinks and nutrients...
CollectionGut-friendly vegan
Discover delicious, plant-based dishes packed with nutritious ingredients to...
GuideWhat are probiotics and what do they do?
Discover the benefits of probiotics and prebiotics, the best foods, drinks and...
