Health myths: am I overweight because of my slow metabolism?
Whether we’re fat or thin, it’s all down to our genes – or at least that’s a claim that so many of us make. We examine the truth behind the myth
Health myths: does antiperspirant cause breast cancer?
It’s a common claim that the aluminium in antiperspirants and deodorants is linked to cancer — Benenden examines the truth
Lump sums
Public health campaigners say it’s the right move but soft-drink makers feel unfairly singled out and are lobbying hard
The sober truth about the over-50s and drinking
Britain’s real drinking problem lies with mature adults who knock back more than is good for them behind closed doors