It's the health tonic of the moment, but where’s the evidence for its benefits?
23 May 2006 |
If you believe the hype, wheatgrass can nourish the blood and detoxify poisons, purify the liver, rebuild the bloodstream and more — all before breakfast.
You could be taking away a lot more than you bargained for.
28 May 2005 |
A coffee-to-go can provide a much needed caffeine fix. While a standard latte or cappuccino may be relatively harmless, some coffee chain drinks can provide a lot more kilojoules, fat and sugar than you might realise.
They're the drink of choice for many children but are they suitable?
9 Jan 2005 |
They’re fizzy drinks with a difference. What most of them in fact do is give you a caffeine fix with plenty of sugar.
We’re told to drink at least eight glasses of water a day to stay healthy. But is that really enough? And does it have to be water, or do other fluids count?
30 Sep 2001 |
Thirst is an emergency response — by the time you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated.