3 hours ago Ripen hard avocados in 24 hours by sitting them next to this food item

Placing an avocado next to heat can ruin the taste, but there are other things you can do to ripen it quickly.

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5 hours ago 'Powerful' and 'unexpected' health benefits of delicious £1 coconut dhal recipe

If you're trying to eat more healthily this year, you may want to try incorporating anti-inflammatory foods into your diet - and a delicious coconut dhal recipe is a good place to start

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4 hours ago Woman's £2,500 grocery haul raises eyebrows with staggering amount of 'favourite' item

The woman had spent over $3,000 (£2,454) on her grocery haul - but it didn't contain much food at all, with many people left concerned about how long it would last her

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4 hours ago Carbonara recipe is 'extra creamy' thanks to surprising extra ingredient

Carbonara is a classic Italian dish which is made up of eggs, pork, cheese, black pepper and pasta.

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25 hours ago USDA documented insects, slime and ‘general filth’ at Boar's Head plants, records show

U.S. food inspectors documented unsanitary conditions at several Boar's Head deli meat plants, not just the Jarratt, Virginia, factory that was shut down last year

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8 hours ago Having this food daily could improve bone health and strength in older women, research suggests

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 10million Americans suffer from osteoporosis

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3 hours ago One mistake we're all making with Yorkshire puddings, according to top chef

Yorkshire puddings are notoriously hard to get right, but a top chef has revealed the one mistake many of us are making that's causing the fluffy bakes to fall flat

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7 hours ago Gut health expert's 'favourite' Aldi foods as shoppers hail 'amazing' finds

A full time gut health scientist has revealed his favourite foods from the leading supermarket.

Society

7 hours ago 'I work at Tesco – there's 'impeccable' new meal deal snack no one's talking about'

A Tesco worker has shared that the supermarket chain has made a big change to their Meal Deal as they've added one new snack option that has the power to transform your meal

Economics

5 hours ago 6 of the most unusual Burns night celebrations in Scotland including underwater Burns supper and Ecuadorian fire cooking

Burns night will be celebrated across the world on 25 January, and there’s plenty to look forward to in Scotland.

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14 hours ago Doctor shares best time to drink coffee to help weight loss and diabetes

The doctor said that there's a certain period throughout the day where it could have the opposite effect

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3 hours ago Nostalgic characters: Retro cereal mascots you might remember from the 1990s and 2000s

Tony the Tiger is the king of all cereal mascots 🐯

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19 hours ago Parents may be ‘fuelling obesity’ by encouraging one eating habit in children

Nutritionists have warned of one food habit which might be fuelling Britain’s obesity crisis

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7 hours ago Ninja kettle now £59 off with special deal that's a 'game changer' for tea and coffee fans

Ninja's Perfect Temperature Rapid Boil Kettle has been reduced to £59.99 from £99.99 in the brand's January sales - and we've found a way to get it even cheaper

Economics

6 hours ago Linda Nolan's heartbreaking family wish just weeks before tragic death from cancer

Irish singer, actress, and columnist Linda Nolan has died aged 65, two decades after she was diagnosed with breast cancer which eventually spread to her brain

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18 hours ago You can be fat AND fit, obesity experts reveal as they say BMI needs to go: More than 15million Britons are 'wrongly labelled overweight' 

Huge numbers of the 17.6million Brits who have been told that they are overweight are in fact perfectly healthy, the scientists have revealed.

Science

4 hours ago Surprising chocolate treat that naturally lowers your cholesterol levels

Good cholesterol is essential for the body to function correctly, but it's also important to keep bad cholesterol in check to help prevent health conditions like heart disease

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27 hours ago Eating this 16p frozen food boosts gut health, according to Tim Spector

The food expert has urged people to add a 16p freezer staple to their meals in order to boost gut health and up your vitamin intake.

Society

15 hours ago Amazon shoppers hail 'perfect' £8 gadget that keeps tea and coffee hot for 6 hours 'without leaking'

"It's perfect for work, keeps my drinks warm for a long period so i don’t to keep making fresh ones"

Economics

6 hours ago Doctor's urgent warning as taking iron tablets with certain foods could be dangerous

A&E doctor Suraj Kukadia has warned that taking iron tablets with certain foods and drinks could be dangerous.

Events

26 hours ago Cancer survivor shares four 'unhealthy' foods she still eats but with healthy twist

Michelle Patidar, a cancer survivor and certified nutrition health coach, has shared the four 'unhealthy' foods she still enjoys - and the healthy alternatives she swaps them for

Science

6 hours ago The viral 75 soft challenge will help you start the new year on a high – and it’s editor approved

The soft 75 challenge is a more sustainable way to build healthy habits – here’s how to do it

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28 hours ago M&S introduces new food item to help Britons improve their brain health

The UK supermarket released details of the new product in a new ITV documentary, Inside M&S at New Year.

Society

23 hours ago I ate the 'most pretentious' burger in Manchester where a Happy Meal costs £40

Pop-up diner Humbug, which has been called 'performative' and 'pretentious', wants to make us question our food

Economics

9 hours ago Urgent warning issued over dog chew toy that can cause ‘werewolf syndrome'

The Food Standards Agency said the chews can cause alarming symptoms, such as howling and aggressive behaviour, and can be fatal

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39 hours ago Toddler trapped in hospital desperate for new heart after common virus left her critically ill

Aalayah Stewart been at Freeman Hospital in Newcastle for 10 months with a mechanical pump, called a Berlin heart which is carrying out the function of her failed organ.

Science

6 hours ago 11 best chocolate gifts for every occasion, from hampers to subscriptions

These will win you serious brownie points with the chocoholics in your life

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31 hours ago Ruth Langsford's 'favourite' superfood lunch recipe with just nine ingredients

The Loose Women and QVC star has shared an 'upside down salad' recipe with her fans, which she eats most days in a bid to stay healthy

Society

28 hours ago Ninja shoppers can get £40 off 'fantastic' kettle that brews 'perfect' tea and coffee

The Ninja Perfect Temperature Rapid Boil Kettle allows you to brew the perfect cup for a smooth taste every time.

Economics

11 hours ago Kilmarnock's Rugby Park to host brand new Summer beer festival from award

The even will also feature street food, gin, cocktails and wine along with entertainment and live music.

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6 hours ago The Botanist owners confirms Greater Manchester site to shut immediately

The closure means there are no longer any Botanist sites operating in Greater Manchester

Politics

32 hours ago Party poopers! SNP bans birthday cakes from Scottish nurseries over fears children are eating 'unhealthy' sweet treats several times a week

John Swinney's government has introduced new guidance for youngsters in early education limiting the types of food they can eat in a bid to halve childhood obesity.

Society

28 hours ago Haven holiday parks and JD Wetherspoon make £6.7m expansion announcement

The £6.7m investment will see the opening of four new JD Wetherspoon pubs at a number of Haven locations across the country

Economics

19 hours ago Nutritionists reveal what your child's portion size should really be – you might be shocked

The British Nutrition Foundation has published guidance on how much food children should eat at mealtimes and the findings may surprise you as 7% of parents always or often make their children eat everything on their plate

Events

7 hours ago Inside the tranquil Highland whisky retreat hosting exclusive Valentine's weekend with behind the scenes tours

A Highland whisky retreat is hosting a celebratory weekend this February.

Politics

29 hours ago Rachel Reeves challenged over Chinese slave labour and jailed British citizen Jimmy Lai as she scrambles to defend her 'small beer' £600m investment deal from Beijing trip

The recently-returned Chancellor updated MPs on her controversial overseas trip, which she went ahead with despite growing economic alarm in Britain.

Economics

20 hours ago Aussie dietitian spills the three things her client did to lose 9kg fast

Renowned Australian dietitian Leanne Ward has shared the simple yet transformative steps her client followed to shed 9kg of body fat in a healthy and sustainable way. 

Events

7 hours ago The world's best 50 cities in 2025 ranked by Time Out: Cape Town is No.1, SIX cities in the UK make the list and New York is top in the USA. Where does YOUR favourite city come?

The ranking was produced by a poll of more than 18,500 city-dwellers who 'shared their thoughts on their city', from 'food, nightlife and culture to affordability, happiness and overall vibe'.

Politics

34 hours ago Militant RMT union threaten industrial action unless member unfairly sacked over untrue claims he called a cleaner a 'Nazi food thrower' is reinstated

Railway signaller Michael Knox, 61, was said to have 'kicked off' when he found some of his food on the kitchen counter after the cleaner had cleared out the office fridge.

Society

30 hours ago 'I tried Starbucks' new pistachio coffee and compared it to the real deal in Sicily'

Pistachio-flavoured things seem to be everywhere, and now Starbucks have jumped onto the hype with their brand new products - but are they worth the social media hype?

Economics

24 hours ago Best Burns Night essentials: Nail the Scottish traditions and etiquette with our expert guide

A wee taste o’ Scotland for your Burns Night bash

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7 hours ago How to make the perfect smacked cucumbers – recipe | Felicity Cloake's How to make the perfect

This cool, crunchy Sichuan salad, drenched in garlicky dressing and fiery chillies, is now a global favourite. The secret? Make sure you bruise the cucumbers, rather than actually smash themThough I suspect many of us first find ourselves drawn to this Chinese “cold plate” by the faintly surreal overtones of vegetable-based violence suggested by the name (and before you say it, cucumbers are, of course, botanically speaking a fruit), it’s the flavour that keeps us coming back for more. A salad of cool, crunchy fruit bathed in a deeply savoury, garlicky dressing, according to Wei Guo of the Red House Spice blog, Pāi Huáng Guā is to be found on “family dinner tables, in small street cafes and in upscale restaurants” nationwide.Here in the UK, however, it’s particularly associated with Sichuan restaurants, where the cucumbers act as a bracing contrast to the fiery flavours of chilli and hot and numbing Sichuan peppercorns. In fact, there are many different versions regionally, but what...

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37 hours ago The small Scottish farm that is supplying ‘local superfood’ to top London hotel

An unusual west coast farm has recently started supplying one of London’s top hotels with a Scottish superfood. Rosalind Erskine finds out more

Society

31 hours ago AI predicts 'perfect' Tesco meal deal in 2035 with eerie glimpse into future of food

EXCLUSIVE: The future of food is often a topic of discussion in the Daily Star offices, so we turned to artificial intelligence to find out what a Tesco Meal Deal could look like in 2034

Economics

26 hours ago Comedian Jay Leno serves food to LA firefighters battling deadly wildfires

Jay Leno volunteered to serve food to firefighters braving the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles.

Events

7 hours ago 'Great value' smoothie blender praised by shoppers for compact size for counter top

You can make healthy, delicious smoothies, frozen juices, protein drinks and more

Politics

32 hours ago Major coffee chain announces rule change to target annoying customer habit

The new rules reverse the policy put in place in 2018, after two Black men were arrested

Economics

26 hours ago Tony Slattery's devastating final photo captured on Christmas Day shortly before death

Tony Slattery's final social media post saw him reflect on the past 'wonderful year' as he teased future work while heartbreakingly toasting to a 'healthy, happy new year'

Events

9 hours ago Mexican restaurant giving out 1,000 free burritos as it opens new Manchester store

Doors open on Thursday morning

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32 hours ago Does pineapple REALLY belong on pizza? Food experts settle the debate once and for all after restaurant charges £100 to stop customers ordering a Hawaiian

Food experts have weighed in on if pineapple on pizza is an unforgivable sin or an acceptable choice after an Italian restaurant agreed to make Hawaiians with a catch.

Economics

27 hours ago Dad accused of killing daughter by stabbing her in heart claims it was 'play fighting'

Simon Vickers, 50, told police and paramedics that he and his daughter Scarlett had been 'messing around' as he prepared food - when she suffered a stab wound to the chest

Events

9 hours ago Teenage eating disorders linked to brain development issues, study finds

Brain maturation plays a key role in the link between mental health and eating disorders in young people, according to the new research.

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27 hours ago Chemicals in sewage sludge fertilizer used on farms pose cancer risk, EPA says

Environmental Protection Agency officials warn of toxic PFAS found in sewage often spread on pastureHarmful chemicals in sewage sludge spread on pasture as fertilizer pose a risk to people who regularly consume milk, beef and other products from those farms, in some cases raising cancer risk “several orders of magnitude” above what the Environmental Protection Agency considers acceptable, federal officials announced on Tuesday.When cities and towns treat sewage, they separate the liquids from the solids and treat the liquid. The solids need to be disposed of and can make a nutrient-rich sludge often spread on farm fields. The agency now says those solids often contain toxic, lasting PFAS that treatment plants cannot effectively remove. When people eat or drink foods containing these “forever” chemicals, the compounds accumulate in the body and can cause kidney, prostate and testicular cancer. They harm the immune system and childhood development. Continue reading...

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10 hours ago Gordon Ramsay eats 'same dinner' every night after shedding three stone

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay is well-known for his love of exercise and a healthy lifestyle and after he lost three stone he sticks to the same meals every day to stay in shape

Politics

28 hours ago Starbucks UK: Philadelphia arrest explained as major coffee chain makes big in

The global chain is rolling out a major policy change 🚶 ♂️

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11 hours ago 'I tried Burger King's returning Memphis BBQ menu – one burger is perfection'

Burger King has returned with its Memphis BBQ range and Social News reporter Lucy Marshall decided to taste the items for the first time to see if it was really worth the hype...

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29 hours ago Healthy mum dies of cancer after doctors said her stomach problems were just IBS

Emma King's sister Hayley is now speaking out in a bid to stop others being diagnosed late so that, unlike her sister who died of pancreatic cancer, they have a chance to survive

Events

13 hours ago 'I tried Burger King's comeback BBQ burgers – one item is my new favourite'

Burger King kicked off the new year with its highly-anticipated return of the Memphis BBQ range. Now reporter Lucy Marshall tasted the items for the first time and shared whether they were worth it

Politics

30 hours ago Police issue new image of ‘random attacker’ who left elderly man with bleed on brain in Covent Garden

Anyone who recognises suspect is urged to come forward after two assaults near the Royal Opera House

Events

15 hours ago Woman stunned as pedicurist adds bizarre item to her foot bath in viral video

Two tiny cartons of French vanilla coffee creamer were added to the TikToker’s pedicure bath

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32 hours ago Bodies recovered from illegal goldmine in South Africa where many feared dead

Fifteen bodies brought to surface amid claims 109 are dead and between 400 and 800 people still alive and trappedFifteen bodies have been brought out of an illegal goldmine in South Africa and 44 people have been taken out alive since Monday, after police blocked supplies of food, water and medicine to the workers underground in October in an attempt to force them out.On Thursday, a letter brought up to the surface claimed there were 109 dead bodies underground. A video circulated by the NGO Mining Affected Communities United in Action (Macua) appeared to show more than 50 wrapped bodies laid out in a tunnel. Continue reading...

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19 hours ago Matthew was dismissed as ‘anxious’ by doctors. He actually had a brain tumour

‘I kept telling them I felt I was getting worse, and they said it was just all in my head,’ said Matthew Collins

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32 hours ago Fit and healthy mum, 43, killed by deadly pancreatic cancer after curious symptom was mistaken for food intolerance

Emma King from Maidstone was a regular at her running clubs and sports classes but in 2017 started experiencing persistent digestive issues and stomach problems.

Events

22 hours ago Woman stunned as pedicurist adds coffee creamer to her foot bath in viral video

Two tiny cartons of French vanilla coffee creamer were added to the TikToker’s pedicure bath

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33 hours ago Supermarket issues 'do not eat warning' on its sausage rolls due to deadly allergy risk

Food safety watchdogs stuck a 'do not eat' alert on a batch of the supermarket's 50 cocktail sausage rolls over fears they pose a risk to anyone with a dairy intolerance.

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27 hours ago Can YOU spot the real cheese? Scientists claim their vegan gouda made from peas melts and pulls just like the dairy version

The 'holy grail' of vegan foods has been formulated - a plant-based cheese that melts and pulls just like the real deal. So, can you tell whether the photos show real cheeses or the vegan imposter?

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35 hours ago Thomasina Miers’ recipes for chilaquiles with smoky tomatillo salsa and black beans, and pink grapefruit mocktail

Crunchy tortillas, beans, salsa and creamy avocado – this seriously good brunch bowl has it allYou wouldn’t think of nachos as a natural way to start the day, but then nachos are simply a (more delicious) copy of a dish found throughout Mexico, where the tortillas from the day before are fried or baked until crisp and tossed in a salsa of your choice. Here, I use the acidity of tomatillo, which is given some smokiness and heat by chipotle chillies, and add a fried or poached egg and a squeeze of lime to make a seriously good brunch. Continue reading...

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