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Wegovy update: Prescription access in Boots pharmacies

Wegovy update: Prescription access in Boots pharmacies

The weight loss drug favoured by celebs will now be available at Boots via online prescription.
Why gendered meat eating has passed its expiry date

Why gendered meat eating has passed its expiry date

Soy Boys, steaks and sausage rolls – Pippa Dennis takes us through gendered stereotypes around food, eating and diets
Vegan lifestyle beyond food

Vegan lifestyle beyond food

Veganism has been around for a while but it is much more than just a plant based diet
My week on Huel

My week on Huel

Tom Reynolds reveals his experience with the nutritional craze that is Huel
Love Island: Where is the food?

Love Island: Where is the food?

Do Islanders actually eat? Elena Bradley explores whether the lack of food in Love Island is a facet of their format or an active choice to dehumanize contestants
What’s the fuss about protein shakes?

What’s the fuss about protein shakes?

Are protein shakes necessary, or can you get enough protein from a balanced diet? And, importantly, are there any adverse effects?
Re-defining comfort eating

Re-defining comfort eating

Catrin Stewart looks at the privilege associated with comfort eating and how the consumption of food is fundamentally about more.
Yottam Ottolenghi and the power of the vegetable

Yottam Ottolenghi and the power of the vegetable

Catrin Stewart discusses Yottam Ottolenghi’s influence on the rising numbers of people choosing plant based diets in the UK.

Six tips to maintain your mental well-being

As the semester gets underway, James Johnson runs through some simple tips to help you keep track of your mental health and to flourish during your studies.

Are you #VEGCURIOUS?

Curious about the vegan lifestyle that’s taking the world by storm? Come along to Vegan Week at the SU to find out more

‘Clean Eating’ – A Food Fad Gone Wrong?

Some of the biggest foodies of our time are turning their ethos’ on their head, but, how serious are the bad claims against ‘clean eating’?

No willpower? Love bacon? Try flexitarianism

Eating less meat could save the planet and you some cash

Does our health knead the Bake Off?

With the widening of awareness to the dangers of sugar consumption, what do we do about the Great British Bake Off?

Becoming a vegan, part two: leading a more globally conscious diet

Katie Bell continues her journey of becoming a vegan, and suggests that we can help the world by being aware of what we eat

Becoming a Vegan, Part 1: what’s it all about?

Veganism has hit the UK, rising by 360% in the past 10 years. But why all the fuss?

Becoming a Vegan, Part One: what’s all the hype about? (ignore)

Veganism has hit the UK, rising by 360% in the past 10 years. But why all the fuss?

(Healthy) Mind over matter: How stress can affect your diet

We discuss the effect of stress on the body, and how negative thinking can affect your healthy lifestyle

Can you afford to bulk at university?

Bulking—the practice of carefully controlling your diet and exercise to put on muscle mass—is increasing in popularity. Is it worth the time, money, and effort?

A little advice for a happy, healthy life

For those struggling to find their way out from a mountain of takeaway boxes and crisp wrappers, Food & Drink Editor Ellie Gibbs gives some basic tips for following a healthy lifestyle

Feast your eyes on these bullshit diets

Fancy eating your t-shirt or drinking syrup?