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Netflix Series ‘You Are What You Eat’: Vegan Diet Benefits Includes...

6 Mins Read Just months after a study of identical twins recording the effects of meat-eating and vegan diets, You Are What You Eat,...

A sting in the tail?

Bee products are still flying off the shelves – but, asks Matt Chittock, will the vegan revolution prove a sting in the tail?  Bee products...

Say yes to sustainable sex

With consumers thinking more about their impact on the environment, it’s no surprise that the environmental impact of their sex lives is also coming...

Green gift guide

Jo Caird shops around for sustainable, nifty and nostalgic goods to gift this Christmas Shopping sustainably is important year-round but never more so than at...

Skeletal support

An aging population provides an opportunity for natural health brands to innovate with bone and joint health products. Matt Chittock reports This year might be...

Life in plastic: not fantastic

As the world finally wakes up to the disastrous effects of plastic on our environment, Rosie Greenaway examines the measures being taken to limit future impact and reverse the damage, speaking to the retailers who are saying no to packaging. These zero waste pioneers are highlighting the political sway of consumer purchasing power, challenging the industry to lead from the front line and radically re-think its attitude towards plastic

Nature has the answer

As we continue to face COVID-19 challenges, organic is enjoying growth. Emily McCoy hears why the Organic September campaign says nature has the answer.

The Passenger

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, Jane Wolfe looks at what natural solutions should be packed, and preventative measures taken, to increase the chances...

The kids are alright?

Jane Wolfe looks at the current big health issues affecting children and asks what natural solutions health stores can offer concerned parents When it comes to...

Happy, healthy holidays

Sarah Callard explores the market for natural holiday health products for your more adventurous travelers Holidays and travel in general are a much bigger part...

Summer lovin’

From topping up a tan and soothing sunburnt skin to luscious lashes and salty tresses, the natural beauty industry has summer in the (beach) bag.

New Year, new stress

Is the pressure we put upon ourselves to change during January causing us problems? Alice Wright considers whether unrealistic New Year’s resolutions could be...

Organic September

The UK’s biggest celebration of all things organic is back. Hayley Coristine finds out what’s happening for Organic September this year.

Staying present

In the midst of a pandemic, Rosie Greenaway reveals the Christmas collections waiting to bring a smile to Brits’ faces.

Inside insomnia

A problem for Brits at the best of times, sleep issues are being exacerbated due to the pandemic, leaving many feeling exhausted, reports Jane Wolfe.

A tale of two toothbrushes

The UK has a problem, and it’s not just the occasional toothache. Rosie Greenaway books an appointment with the dental care industry to find...

Get ready to Organic Your September

The Soil Association’s month-long Organic September campaign presents retailers, wholesalers and organic businesses with an ideal opportunity to spread awareness of organic as well...

Starting from scratch

As more people are cooking their family meals from scratch due to both health and economic reasons, Jane Wolfe looks at the top performers...

A chance to shine

Strong eco credentials and chemical-free attributes make green household and home products a natural fit for health food stores More and more people are looking...

Wake up call

When it comes to breakfast products health store customers are looking for something different. Jim Manson looks at what’s hot at the breakfast club. What’s...