21 h. ago Adding salt to food can increase risk of depression and anxiety by more than 40 per cent, study finds

Research based on data from nearly half a million British adults found those who regularly added salt were nearly 40 per cent more likely to develop the conditions than those who never or rarely did.

Events

61 h. ago UK households told to stockpile tinned food for two key reasons

Donald Trump's tariffs have caused economic chaos worldwide, with UK industry bodies warning this could lead to an increase in tinned food prices here in Britain

Society

4 d. ago Common 'additive cocktails' in popular food and drinks could 'fuel diabetes risk'

New research warns that additives in ultraprocessed food could increase diabetes risk

Events

4 d. ago Scottish food makers give £5 billion boost to economy but sector at ‘pivotal moment’

“With food and drink businesses under increasing pressure, we’ve reached a pivotal moment for the Scottish Government to collaborate with other nations” – David Thomson, FDF Scotland

Economics

8 d. ago Four natural smells that keep rats and mice away from your home for good

Experts believe the rise in rodent populations is due to a combination of factors, including the mild UK climate, increased food waste in urban areas, and disruptions to natural habitats caused by urban sprawl

Politics

9 d. ago Britain's ‘culinary revolution’ as millions get hooked on spicy foods

Millions of Brits are now becoming increasingly brave with spicy food as a new 'culinary revolution' takes over the nation powered by burning curries, hot wings and more

Politics

1 week ago Donald Trump's 'politically toxic' demands to UK in global trade war revealed as experts speak out

If Sir Keir Starmer was to increase the amount of American food and other products on the shelves of British shops and supermarkets, it would be "politically toxic" and hugely unpopular here in the UK

Politics

2 w. ago Full list of the beloved chocolate eggs hit by 'shrinkflation' this Easter as study reveals shoppers are paying up to 50% more for less

The price of chocolate has risen by 16.5 per cent in a year - compared to a 4.4 per cent increase for supermarket food and drink overall - according to inflation tracking by consumer group Which?.

Economics

2 w. ago Energy experts warn of £138 charge for any households using an air fryer

Households who cook their food using an air fryer have been told to brace for increasing charges ahead of Ofgem's latest energy price cap hike, which comes into effect on April 1, 2025

Events

3 w. ago Experts pinpoint specific sleeping pattern that dramatically raises depression risk

In the study, University of Surrey experts questioned almost 550 university students about their sleeping patterns, their mental health and drinking habits.

Events

3 w. ago Nuts, popcorn and ‘healthy’ crisps face daytime ad ban over salt content

The government is set to ban junk food adverts from appearing on TV between 5:30am and 9pm

Politics