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\u201cSugar in childhood linked with dementia<\/a> in older age\u201d screamed the headline. My children were eating<\/a> ice cream at the time. It felt like a warning.<\/p>\n

The headline was referring to a study comparing young children<\/a> from conception until the age of two, born during rationing in England and those born just after it had stopped. When sugar rationing ended in England in September 1953, sugar<\/a> intake rose from an average 41g a day up to 80g, almost overnight. Now researchers have found that those who were babies and toddlers during rationing had a 23 per cent lower chance of developing dementia.<\/p>\n

While the message about sugar is valid, the study itself is inherently flawed, says Dr Federica Amati, author and chief nutritionist for health platform Zoe. \u201cNobody had their sugar intake measured. The comparison isn\u2019t about diet<\/a>; it\u2019s about date of birth relative to a government policy. And this particular birth cohort is only in its early seventies now so the dementia cases captured so far are unusually young ones,\u201d she explains. \u201cDementia isn\u2019t one disease with one cause and changes in the brain start 20 to 30 years before anyone notices symptoms.\u201d<\/p>\n

However, it\u2019s just one of a raft of studies pointing to a link between high sugar diets in childhood and health problems \u2013 from dental problems to obesity. Amati agrees that reducing sugar<\/a> is important for children\u2019s health. \u201cIt rests on teeth, on the taste preferences that get laid down in the first few years and on metabolic health. Those show up now, not in 2090.\u201d<\/p>\n

So what are the biggest mistakes parents make<\/a>, and how can I discreetly lower sugar in my own kids\u2019 diets?<\/p>\n

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August\u2019s stunning Sturgeon Moon \u2013 in pictures<\/p>\n

\"StarsCaption: Stars around a blood-red moon during a partial lunar eclipse in San Diego, California, U.S., August 27, 2026. REUTERS\/Mike Blake
Photographer: Mike Blake
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The August full moon, also called the Sturgeon Moon, lit up the night sky on Thursday. Here are a few of the best images.<\/p>\n

The name\u2019s origins<\/p>\n

The August full moon, which reached its peak in the UK shortly after 5am on Friday 28 August, is also commonly referred to as the \u201cSturgeon Moon\u201d. <\/p>\n

Why?<\/p>\n

That\u2019s thanks to North American fishing tribes, who are understood to have dubbed it as such because the sturgeon species of fish appeared in number during this particular month.<\/p>\n

\"SturgeonCaption: Sturgeon fish swimming in a large aquarium tank
Photographer: Calimeron
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Source: iStockphoto<\/p>\n

\nWhy was this Sturgeon Moon red?\n<\/p>\n

In many parts of the world, including the UK, California and Australia, a partial lunar eclipse \u2013 whereby the Earth passed between the sun and the moon, placing the moon briefly in its shadow \u2013 was also observed.<\/p>\n

\"TheCaption: The partial lunar eclipse of the August full moon, known as the Sturgeon Moon, is seen in the skies over the Isle of Dogs, London. Picture date: Friday August 28, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Yui Mok\/PA Wire
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\"TheCaption: The partial lunar eclipse of the August full moon, known as the Sturgeon Moon, is seen in the skies over Masthouse Terrace Pier on the Isle of Dogs, London. Picture date: Friday August 28, 2026. PA Photo. Photo credit should read: Yui Mok\/PA Wire
Photographer: Yui Mok
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As sunlight that passes through the Earth\u2019s atmosphere is scattered, and red light can pass through in greater abundance due to its longer wavelength, the moon appeared to be tinged red, earning the phenomenon another nickname: \u201cBlood Moon\u201c.<\/p>\n

Pictures around the world<\/p>\n

\"ACaption: A commercial aircraft takes off during the start of a blood-red lunar eclipse as the moon rises in San Diego, California, U.S., August 27, 2026. REUTERS\/Mike Blake TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Photographer: Mike Blake
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\"StarsCaption: Stars around a blood-red moon during a partial lunar eclipse in San Diego, California, U.S., August 27, 2026. REUTERS\/Mike Blake
Photographer: Mike Blake
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Source: REUTERS<\/p>\n

\"RYLSTONE,Caption: RYLSTONE, AUSTRALIA \u2013 AUGUST 28: A \u2018Sturgeon\u2019 full moon rises on August 28, 2026 in Rylstone, Australia. (Photo by Mark Evans\/Getty Images)
Photographer: Mark Evans
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Source: Getty Images AsiaPac
Copyright: 2026 Mark Evans<\/p>\n

Safe to see<\/p>\n

Visibility in many parts of the UK may not have been great, though.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s due to both cloudy skies and the moon\u2019s low positioning in the sky during the partial eclipse.<\/p>\n

Still, unlike the recent solar eclipse, this astronomical event is at least safe to observe with the naked eye.<\/p>\n

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WORLD NEWS<\/p>\n

Why Trump has renamed Lake Ontario<\/p>\n

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Photographer: Manuel Balce Ceneta
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Copyright: Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n

Donald Trump has signed an executive order aiming to change the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America. <\/p>\n

Here\u2019s why, and whether the move is actually likely to work.<\/p>\n

\nSplit custody\n<\/p>\n

One of North America\u2019s five Great Lakes, Lake Ontario straddles both the United States and Canada; its northern and western shores sit in the Canadian province of Ontario while its southern and eastern shores fall in the US state of New York.<\/p>\n

\"YOUNGSTOWN,Caption: YOUNGSTOWN, NEW YORK \u2013 AUGUST 27: Visitors to Old Fort Niagara State Park relax on the shores of Lake Ontario August 27, 2026 in Youngstown, New York. U.S. President Donald Trump today signed an executive order renaming the smallest by surface area of the five Great Lakes, Lake America. (Photo by John Normile\/Getty Images)
Photographer: John Normile
Provider: Getty Images
Source: Getty Images North America<\/p>\n

\"TOPSHOTCaption: TOPSHOT \u2013 A Canadian flag flies along the waterfront of Lake Ontario, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, on August 27, 2026. US President Donald Trump announced that he is renaming Lake Ontario \u2014 a large body of water shared by the United States and Canada \u2014 \u201cLake America.\u201d Trump signed an order in the White House in a move that comes amid a spiraling trade war between the world\u2019s largest economy and its northern neighbor. (Photo by Cole Burston \/ AFP via Getty Images)
Photographer: COLE BURSTON
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Source: AFP
Copyright: AFP or licensors<\/p>\n

There is no universally recognised international body setting the names of international waters, but the lake\u2019s name has its roots in the indigenous word \u201cOntar\u00ed\u2019io\u201d, often translated as \u201cgreat lake\u201d, and traces back several hundred years.<\/p>\n

Tariff retaliation<\/p>\n

It comes after trade talks broke down between the two neighbouring nations last week.<\/p>\n

That led the US to impose new 50 per cent tariffs on $20bn (\u00a314.7bn) worth of Canadian goods.<\/p>\n

In response, Canada is set to introduce \u201cdollar for dollar\u201d counter tariffs starting next month. <\/p>\n

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This story in pictures<\/p>\n

\"PresidentCaption: President Donald Trump signs an executive order in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo\/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Photographer: Manuel Balce Ceneta
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Source: AP
Copyright: Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n

\"WASHINGTON,Caption: WASHINGTON, DC \u2013 AUGUST 27: A map labeling Lake Ontario as \u201cLake America\u201d is displayed as U.S. President Donald Trump takes a question from a reporter after signing an executive order during an event in the Oval Office of the White House on August 27, 2026 in Washington, DC. President Trump signed an executive order to rename Lake Ontario as \u201cLake America\u201d amid an ongoing trade war between the U.S. and Canada. (Photo by Andrew Harnik\/Getty Images)
Photographer: Andrew Harnik
Provider: Getty Images
Source: Getty Images North America
Copyright: 2026 Getty Images<\/p>\n

\"PresidentCaption: President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House, Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo\/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
Photographer: Manuel Balce Ceneta
Provider: AP Photo\/Manuel Balce Ceneta
Source: AP
Copyright: Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n

What has Canada said?<\/p>\n

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded to the news by saying \u201cthings must be called by their name, and this lake is called Lake Ontario \u2013 today and forever\u201d.<\/p>\n

Carney also highlighted that the lake\u2019s current name predates the formation of both the Canadian Confederation and the US Declaration of Independence.<\/p>\n

\"TOPSHOTCaption: TOPSHOT \u2013 (FILES) The US and Canadian flags flutter next to the Blue Water Bridge border crossing in Point Edward, Ontario, on October 24, 2025. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on August 22, 2026 he would slap retaliatory tariffs on the United States after walking away from a \u201cbad deal\u201d on trade, deepening the rift between the longtime allies. Negotiations between the neighboring countries broke down on Friday in Washington, allowing new 50-percent US tariffs impacting some $20 billion worth of goods, or 5.5 percent of Canadian exports to the United States, to come into force. (Photo by Geoff Robins \/ AFP via Getty Images)
Photographer: GEOFF ROBINS
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Will it work?<\/p>\n

Trump\u2019s executive order says it gives 30 days for the name change to be updated with the Geographic Names Information Service, the official repository of domestic geographic names in the United States. <\/p>\n

While the US President generally has discretion over how their country recognises landmarks, other nations do not have to follow suit.<\/p>\n

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How to be more grateful for daily life in five easy steps<\/p>\n

Gratitude<\/p>\n

The world feels like a difficult place at the moment, and it can feel very hard sometimes to find things to be thankful for; when we are overwhelmed, we have less capacity to notice and reflect on the good things. Yet, ironically, proactively cultivating gratitude is one of the things that can actually help us feel\u00a0less stressed.<\/p>\n

NHS GP dR RADHA<\/p>\n

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\nThe science\n<\/p>\n

Research has shown that feeling or expressing thanks can actually alter our brain.<\/p>\n

The balance of neurotransmitters change; more serotonin and dopamine (feel good chemicals) are produced.<\/p>\n

This can be long lasting if we make gratitude a\u00a0regular habit.<\/p>\n

We also get a decrease in our cortisol (stress hormone) levels which helps\u00a0lower anxiety.<\/p>\n

Being grateful can strengthen the nerve pathways which triggers positive emotion.<\/p>\n

\nHow can we build gratitude?\n<\/p>\n

\"TwoCaption: Two adult brothers enjoy a warm embrace in a sunny park. They stand beside a decorative fence surrounded by lush greenery, showcasing a strong bond and happiness in the moment.
Photographer: Beatriz Herrera
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Change your words<\/p>\n

Instead of seeing something as a problem, try to see the opportunities within it.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Journal<\/p>\n

Our brains are very receptive and what we read or write can alter our emotional system.<\/p>\n

\"CaucasianCaucasian mid adult patient writing a diary while recovering in the hospital ward \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

\"\"\u2018One question is how to achieve such a longevity hack when most of us have relationships that unsettle us,\u2019 says Dr Amir Levine (Photo: Oliver Rossi\/Getty)<\/p>\n

Express it<\/p>\n

This will not only make you feel good, but you will also get a positive response from others.<\/p>\n

\nHow can we build gratitude?\n<\/p>\n

Notice more<\/p>\n

Throughout\u00a0your day, try to notice all the things that are going well; has someone opened a door for you, or smiled?<\/p>\n

\"HappyExercise with people you love (Photographer: Morsa Images\/Getty\/Digital Vision\/Abel Mitj? Varela)<\/p>\n

\"GroupCaption: Group of Happy Asian senior women friends shopping and having lunch at restaurant on summer holiday vacation. Healthy elderly woman enjoy outdoor lifestyle meeting and eating food together.
Photographer: CandyRetriever
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Source: iStockphoto<\/p>\n

The basics<\/p>\n

By being thankful for the small things every day, we are far more likely to be and stay healthy\u00a0so that we can enjoy them.<\/p>\n

\nWhat to do\n<\/p>\n

Gratitude can lead to\u00a0feelings of optimism, lower our blood pressure, and improve sleep quality.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Write down what potential good aspects there are to the things you don\u2019t feel like doing, or even what could be worse about it.<\/p>\n

Spend a few minutes writing down three things that you are looking forward to that day, or the good things that have happened to you that day.<\/p>\n

Say thank you to yourself for the things you have achieved, or managed to get through and changed that day.<\/p>\n

Sales of battery
electric vehicles hit a record high last year.<\/p>\n

Leon Poultney, a writer who specialises in cars, gives his EV recommendations, and the ones that should be avoided.<\/p>\n

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Renault 5 E-Tech<\/p>\n

Starts at \u00a322,995 for the smaller battery <\/p>\n

Available with either\u00a0a 40kWh battery or a larger 52kWh pack, that offers almost 255 miles, the latest, retro-inspired Renault 5 is both a joy to behold and a hoot to drive.<\/p>\n

The interior has been lavished with a\u00a0level of detail that\u2019s typically reserved for more expensive cars.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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\nMercedes-Benz CLA\n<\/p>\n

A champion of EV efficiency<\/p>\n

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It offers a remarkable 491 mile range on a single charge from the 85kWh battery.<\/p>\n

It is a technological masterclass inside with the ability to option screens that span the entire width of the dashboard, including an optional display for the front passenger. <\/p>\n

Priced from \u00a337,400<\/p>\n

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Porsche Macan GTS<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a lot of money to part with, but this is arguably all the car you will ever need.<\/p>\n

The \u00a389,000 Macan is a premium SUV that somehow manages to blend Porsche\u2019s reputation for dynamics and sporty driving with everyday practicality.<\/p>\n

The 95kWh batteries can go from 10 to 80 per cent in as little as 21 minutes from the fastest public charging outlets.<\/p>\n

\nKia EV 9\n<\/p>\n

With the business class-style six seat configuration costing a staggering \u00a376,995, it is by far the most expensive Kia ever made, but it backs up its financial demands with a suite of genuinely useful and impressive onboard technology.<\/p>\n

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MG IM6<\/p>\n

It\u2019s fast, goes a long way between stops and charges relatively quickly\u00a0but the interior is bland, the onboard technology is infuriating and the experience is devoid of emotion.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\nBYD Dolphin Surf\n<\/p>\n

All of its gadgetry can\u2019t disguise the fact that performance is weak, even for a typically zippy EV, the\u00a0ride is fussy at slower speeds and it\u2019s not in the least bit enjoyable to drive on a country road.<\/p>\n

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While good value (prices start at \u00a317,935) for the 200-mile max range, there are more interesting\u00a0options from Hyundai, Citroen and Renault for similar money.<\/p>\n

Leapmotor T03<\/p>\n

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It attempts to wow with tech, much of which hinders, rather than helps.\u00a0<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no tangible benefit over mounting your phone to the dash.<\/p>\n

Simply an average driving experience, adequate range and slow charging speeds.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The kitchen gadgets and products a food editor swears by, all under \u00a325<\/p>\n

\nThe kitchen gadgets under \u00a325\n<\/p>\n

\"bestCaption: best kitchen gadgets<\/p>\n

Victorinox paring knife<\/p>\n

It\u2019s comfortable to hold, with a point sharp enough for scoring pastry.<\/p>\n

ProCook cast iron pan<\/p>\n

For unbeatable\u00a0searing and heat-retention, cast iron is the top choice.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Tesco chopping board<\/p>\n

Priced at just \u00a322, I\u2019ve yet to find another board that matches it for sheer value and quality.<\/p>\n

\nThe kitchen gadgets under \u00a325\n<\/p>\n

Pyrex jug<\/p>\n

It is the perfect vessel for blending smooth sauces, melting butter, or warming stock. It won\u2019t stain like plastic and the red measurements never fade.<\/p>\n

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Salter scales<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019ve had my slim little set of Salter Disc Scales for over a decade, and I\u2019m delighted to see they are still made to exactly the same reliable design today.\u201d<\/p>\n

Microplane grater<\/p>\n

It uses photo-etched stainless steel teeth that stay razor-sharp for a decade, something the lookalike\u00a0copycats simply can\u2019t match.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Braun hand-held blender<\/p>\n

It\u2019s an essential for everything from making velvety soup to getting the lumps out of white sauce.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Bodum cafetiere<\/p>\n

As well as delivering great results, cafetieres are easy to clean and there\u2019s no ongoing filter paper costs or pod recycling to deal with.<\/p>\n

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\nThe kitchen gadgets under \u00a325\n<\/p>\n

Oxo peeler<\/p>\n

What truly sets it apart is the chunky, rubberised handle that absorbs pressure and stays completely non-slip, even if your hands are wet. It is inexpensive and incredibly durable.<\/p>\n

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Falcon pie dish<\/p>\n

Made by fusing porcelain onto heavy-gauge steel for smooth durability, it is dishwasher, freezer, hob, air-fryer and oven-safe.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The golden rules for a happy, secure relationship<\/p>\n

Psychiatrist and neuroscientist\u00a0Dr Amir Levine, author of bestselling book Attached, explains why we behave the way we do in love.<\/p>\n

\"HappyCaption: Happy woman walking with male partner in vineyard during sunset. Elderly couple are touring in field against sky. They are enjoying during weekend.
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\nGolden rules for happy relationships\n<\/p>\n

Start with your own behaviours<\/p>\n

The foundation of a secure, connected life is being what I call CARRP: that means being consistent, available, responsive, reliable and predictable. All of these qualities can be enacted in small gestures every day.<\/p>\n

\"SideSide view of affectionate happy couple sitting in the cozy cafe. \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

\"HappySon\u2019t assume your partner knows how you think (Photo: ljubaphoto\/Getty\/E+)<\/p>\n

Express your needs<\/p>\n

People need consistency and connection to feel safe. This is not, \u2018You hurt my feelings by never replying to me\u2019, it\u2019s more \u2018this is the kind of contact that helps me feel secure\u2019.<\/p>\n

\nGolden rules for happy relationships\n<\/p>\n

\"UnhappyUnhappy married couple facing away from each other in a quiet home, concept of emotional distance, loneliness in relationship and family problems \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

The appendix \u2018inflammation\u2019 rule<\/p>\n

If a relationship repeatedly inflames your nervous system, you need to disengage and deprioritise it.<\/p>\n

Lean on community<\/p>\n

You don\u2019t need hundreds of friends. You need people and places that regularly remind you that you belong.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"HappyCaption: Happy couples talking while walking embraced during spring day in a meadow.
Photographer: skynesher
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Source: E+<\/p>\n

\"CandidCandid shot happiness and togetherness Asian mother supporting daughter try to standing and walking first time and positive emotion \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

Stop blaming childhood<\/p>\n

Humans are much more complicated than: \u2018this happened to you, therefore you are doomed to be anxious\u2019.<\/p>\n

\"FinancialCaption: Financial problems. Worried middle-aged woman holding utility bills, managing monthly household budget, sitting on bed feeling anxious. Cost of living concept
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Reach for a
secure script<\/p>\n

When something unsettles you in a relationship, your first reaction is not always the most accurate one.\u00a0<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re anxious, your brain may jump very quickly to: \u2018this is the beginning of the end\u2019. If you\u2019re avoidant, your brain may say: \u2018this person wants too much from me, I need to get\u00a0away\u2019. So one very practical thing you can always do is pause and ask: \u2018What would a secure person do here?\u2019<\/p>\n

Loneliness elsewhere<\/p>\n

When people talk about\u00a0loneliness, they often assume it means you don\u2019t have enough people in your life. But you can be surrounded by people and still feel lonely if those relationships leave you feeling excluded, ignored or disconnected.<\/p>\n

\"FrustratedFrustrated lonely shy guy sitting apart of others teenagers \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

\nWhat to do\n<\/p>\n

Build a community that works for your temperament and gives you regular, reliable moments of connection.<\/p>\n

You can still be kind to people while not treating them as someone who belongs in your inner circle.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Explain what you need. Sometimes people simply don\u2019t realise how\u00a0you are experiencing them.<\/p>\n

Check in with people: does this person actually feel that I\u2019m reliable? Do they experience me as predictable?\u00a0That\u2019s the only way that you can start to become more secure.<\/p>\n

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Do some foods leave
you feeling hungry rather than satiated? Experts say there are\u2026<\/p>\n

\nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n

A bowl of cereal and glass of orange juice<\/p>\n

More refined cereals are digested quickly, and fruit juice, whilst one of your five-a-day, contains less fibre than whole fruit. This might mean you find yourself hungry again within 1-2 hours of eating this breakfast.<\/p>\n

\"\"No more orange juice. (Photo via pixaby)<\/p>\n

\"WomanIt\u2019s estimated ultra processed foods make up at least half of the average UK diet (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

Swap the\u00a0orange juice\u00a0for a whole orange, the cereal for oats and milk or serve it with Greek yoghurt or a boiled egg. This would increase the fibre and protein content; two nutrients strongly linked with fullness.<\/p>\n

\nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n

\"Gail'sCaption: Gail\u2019s croissant
Image taken from https:\/\/gails.com\/collections\/breakfast\/products\/croissant<\/p>\n

Croissants<\/p>\n

These pastries are made primarily from refined flour and butter, and are relatively low in protein and fibre.<\/p>\n

Toast and jam<\/p>\n

It is mostly carbohydrate and without protein or fibre, it is digested quickly, leaving you feeling hungry.<\/p>\n

\"ToastedCaption: Toasted bread and white background
Photographer: Daniel Tamas Mehes
Provider: Getty Images
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Copyright: Minden jog fenntartva!<\/p>\n

\"FILEYakitori\u2019s on the menu at the Japanese restaurant \u2013 but what exactly is it? (Photo: Reuters)<\/p>\n

Sushi<\/p>\n

Shop-bought packs can contain a lot of white rice, which is digested quickly, and the protein content is often modest.<\/p>\n

\nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n

\"SarawakSarawak laksa is one of many varieties of this noodle soup (Photo: Tham Kee Chuan\/Getty)<\/p>\n

Vegetable soup<\/p>\n

On its own, it is often very low in protein and calories, so hunger can return quickly.<\/p>\n

Pizza<\/p>\n

Unless it\u2019s loaded with veggies, it\u2019s probably pretty low in fibre.<\/p>\n

\"\"Best pizza in Britain named \u2013 and owner reveals the secret to its success (Photo: James Linsell Clark\/SWNS)<\/p>\n

\"WASHINGTON,The Government has announced that the sugar tax will be extended to milkshakes (Photo: Scott Suchman)<\/p>\n

Smoothies<\/p>\n

Liquids are generally less filling as they require little chewing which may not trigger satiety signals.<\/p>\n

\nFoods that leave you hungrier\n<\/p>\n

\"London,\u2018Aged 14, I started what I considered to be my own little business selling confectionary,\u2019 writes Beauty Dhlamini (Photo: Getty) <\/p>\n

Snack bars<\/p>\n

They are ideal\u00a0for a quick pick-me-up, but if reducing hunger is what you\u2019re after, it\u2019d be better to swap it out. <\/p>\n

Low-fat yoghurt<\/p>\n

A full-fat plain Greek yoghurt with berries and seeds tends to be much more filling due to the protein, fat and fibre.<\/p>\n

\"WhichWhich yoghurts are the best options? (Unsplash)<\/p>\n

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Alcohol<\/p>\n

On an empty stomach, it can actually increase your appetite.<\/p>\n

\nWhat to eat instead\n<\/p>\n

Instead of thinking about avoiding foods, think about what you can add to them.<\/p>\n

Add beans, lentils or shredded chicken to your vegetable soup and pasta.<\/p>\n

Thicken your smoothies with Greek yoghurt, chia seeds and oats.<\/p>\n

Apple slices with peanut butter, yogurt with berries and hummus with oat biscuits\u00a0are better snack options than a pre-made snack bar.<\/p>\n

Have alcohol alongside a balanced meal containing protein and fibre.<\/p>\n

How to age well
without pain<\/p>\n

Will Harlow, a physiotherapist
for the over-50s and author of Independence for Life, shares
the key signs you\u2019re ageing
badly \u2013 and what to do about it.<\/p>\n

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How to know <\/p>\n

Ageing well is maintaining the ability to do what you want you want for as long as you want without needing help. Everyone is talking about\u00a0longevity but what\u2019s the point in living longer if the last decade is painful and you\u2019re [totally] reliant on people?\u201d<\/p>\n

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The signs to look out for<\/p>\n

\"SeniorSenior woman on sofa feeling and suffering from back pain. \u2013 stock photo. (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

The most obvious early warning sign of bad ageing is pain says Harlow.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Another is losing confidence in doing daily tasks, which can quickly lead to a lack of independence.<\/p>\n

One call Harlow often receives is people calling after having a fall and struggling to get up.<\/p>\n

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\nHow to age without pain\n<\/p>\n

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Not just stopping<\/p>\n

When people retire, they often put their feet up and stop. Your body really is use it or lose it.<\/p>\n

Sleep<\/p>\n

Throughout our entire lives, Harlow says we need between seven and nine hours of sleep.<\/p>\n

\"TiredNaps before 1pm can lead to better cognitive performance in the following hours (Photo: Lord Henri Voton\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

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Social isolation<\/p>\n

The lack of connection can increase the risk of premature death by
as much as 29 per cent.<\/p>\n

Strength training<\/p>\n

It really is the proxy for
overall independence.<\/p>\n

The more muscle mass you have, the less chance of heart disease, diabetes, falls and even anxiety,\u00a0depression and\u00a0dementia.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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The brain can be linked to muscle mass too, Harlow says. It\u2019s not just about being able to lift things. It gives you more energy, better sleep and you\u2019ll look and feel better.<\/p>\n

\nHow to age without pain\n<\/p>\n

Daily habits<\/p>\n

Do short bursts of exercise, between 30 and 60 seconds, in otherwise dead time during the day.<\/p>\n

\"ElderlyFit more walking into your day (Photo: andreswd\/Getty\/E+)<\/p>\n

\"ASleep can affect your heart health (Photo: Flashpop\/Getty\/Digital Vision)<\/p>\n

Stretch in bed<\/p>\n

Take joints through a full range of motion for five minutes to loosen it before getting up.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t crash diet<\/p>\n

It can increase the decline of muscle mass and bone density, which needs to be avoided.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\"ACalorie counting every day can be a pain (Photo: Getty)<\/p>\n

\nHow to age without pain\n<\/p>\n

\"Protein(Photo: Inga Erhan\/ Gingagi\/ Getty).<\/p>\n

Protein<\/p>\n

Harlow advises 1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight to stop muscle loss alongside resistance training.<\/p>\n

Don\u2019t wait<\/p>\n

Harlow finds that many patients put off making a change to their lifestyle until their lives are consumed by pain.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Recovery<\/p>\n

For most people, it\u2019s\u00a0about reducing the number of times per week you\u2019re exercising, not reducing intensity.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\nThe three ageing tests to do\n<\/p>\n

Lie completely flat on the floor and get back up to a standing position using any technique. This should take less than 10 seconds.<\/p>\n

See how many times you can sit on the chair and stand back up again in 30 seconds. Men should be aiming for more than 14 times and women\u00a012.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The single-leg stand, which involves standing on one leg and balancing for 10 seconds. Everyone should be able to do that and for those under 65, Harlow asks them to do it with their eyes closed.<\/p>\n

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Amati says that for parents of younger children, the single most positive thing they can do is to drop sugar-laden \u201cfollow-on\u201d and \u201cgrowing-up\u201d milks.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe National Health Service, Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition and the World Health Organisation all agree they\u2019re unnecessary,\u201d she says. For the third of 18-month-olds who drink them, they supply half of their free sugar intake. \u201cWater and milk are the only drinks for infants,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Rather than \u201crationing\u201d our children, she recommends replacing it with healthier food<\/a>. \u201cA diet with enough good in it squeezes the rest out without anyone having to play sugar police. What children need is patient, unpressured exposure to the harder flavours like broccoli, lentils, olive oil, plain yoghurt. It can take 10 offers before a food is accepted. Most of us stop at three,\u201d she explains.<\/p>\n

She advises I focus on frequency, rather than quantity of sugar. \u201cEvery sugar exposure drops the pH in the mouth for 20 to 40 minutes, so it\u2019s the grazing that does the damage, not the pudding. The same biscuit eaten at the end of lunch and eaten alone at four o\u2019clock are not the same event for a child\u2019s teeth,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

I set out to make sensible swaps that won\u2019t cost money and will teach good habits that will, hopefully, set them up for the future. <\/p>\n

Swapping ice cream for frozen milkshake\u00a0<\/p>\n

It\u2019s been a hot summer and frozen snacks have played a larger part in our diet than usual. We\u2019ve swapped shop-bought ice cream for making our own lollies by freezing milkshakes.<\/p>\n

I blend milk, bananas and frozen strawberries or blueberries (which are significantly cheaper than fresh and keep the drink cool enough to be refreshing). Each time, I make enough milkshake to fill up half a dozen lolly moulds. My children have got involved with the blending, which always makes them more inclined to eat their food. <\/p>\n

Dr Amati says this is an upgrade from most shop-bought ice cream<\/a> that carries \u201cemulsifiers, stabilisers, flavourings and a much higher free sugar load. Yours has three ingredients you can name.\u201d She cautions about portions. \u201cBlending breaks down the structure of the fruit, so the sugars are released from the food matrix and behave more like free sugars. Intact fruit slows its own absorption; blended fruit doesn\u2019t.\u201d<\/p>\n

I hadn\u2019t realised that the milk is a huge positive in a frozen milkshake lolly. \u201cCalcium and casein buffer acid in the mouth, which protects teeth. The fat and protein slow the sugar release. A blended fruit-and-milk drink behaves quite differently from blended fruit on its own,\u201d she says. <\/p>\n

She suggests that 150ml \u201ctreated as a nutritious pudding, rather than a drink, is a genuine upgrade on the freezer aisle.\u201d<\/p>\n

Taste verdict: An average 9\/10 from the children.<\/p>\n

Cost saving: Frozen strawberries at \u00a33 per packet (Tesco), milk \u00a31.20, and three bananas at 49p makes 14 lollies for \u00a34.69, compared with Twister mini lollies at \u00a34.90 for 14. A saving of 21p per lolly. <\/p>\n

Swapping biscuits for healthy cake\u00a0<\/p>\n

We usually save cake for rare occasions, but I figure that if I make it healthy then it can swap with some of the biscuits<\/a> which we keep in the cupboards. I substitute banana and dates for refined sugar and add in ground almonds for protein.<\/p>\n

I feel smug about having created a cake with no added sugar but Amati reminds me: \u201cYou haven\u2019t taken the sugar out. Dates are roughly 65 per cent sugar and blended into a batter those sugars count as free sugars, same as the caster sugar you replaced.\u201d But she does say that this is a more healthy way of eating cake. \u201cThere is fibre from the dates and banana, fat and protein from the almonds. That combination slows digestion, creates a gentler blood glucose response and keeps everyone full for longer.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou\u2019ve also added potassium, magnesium and vitamin E, which caster sugar contributes nothing of. So it\u2019s a nourishing cake rather than a healthy food, and that\u2019s exactly the right thing for it to be. Cake is allowed to be cake.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr Amati recommends adding savoury snacks<\/a> into our diet too. \u201cThe best children\u2019s snacks are fruit, cheese, oatcakes, yoghurt, veg and hummus, because they\u2019re cheap, they involve chewing, and they don\u2019t need a label read.\u201d Zoe makes its own snack bar, too, though Dr Amati says for children she reserves these for out-of-the-house situations.<\/p>\n

Taste verdict: Mixed: a 9\/10 from my eldest and me but my youngest did not like it. <\/p>\n

Cost saving: Bananas 49p, Dates \u00a31.40, Ground almonds \u00a33.40, eggs 80p. At a total of \u00a35.89, this was more expensive than a tub of millionaire\u2019s from Sainsbury\u2019s at \u00a33, but it felt worth it with a very simple ingredients list.<\/p>\n

\"\"\u2018I substitute banana and dates for refined sugar and add in ground almonds for protein,\u2019 writes Genevieve<\/p>\n

Swapping shop-bought bread for home-made\u00a0<\/p>\n

My husband Mark used to make bread frequently, and somehow as life gets busier our bread machine gets forgotten. Yet it\u2019s delicious and waking to the smell of fresh bread<\/a> is genuinely quality-of-life improving. I\u2019m always shocked by how much sugar is in supermarket bread and I\u2019m keen to start enjoying the real deal.<\/p>\n

I, however, haven\u2019t really experimented with the bread machine before. I use Mark\u2019s recipe and somehow create a brick. This one\u2019s going to take me a bit of practice but it will be worth it. <\/p>\n

Taste verdict: Inedible, but I know from past experience this becomes 8\/10 with practice. <\/p>\n

Cost: A huge saving. Homemade bread costs 70p per loaf compared to \u00a32 for supermarket bought, a saving of \u00a3475 per year.<\/p>\n

Swapping shop-bought pasta sauce for home-made<\/p>\n

I\u2019m a big fan of a tomato and mascarpone pasta sauce. We have an M&S garage around the corner: it doesn\u2019t sell actual mascarpone but sells the ready-made sauce and, when time is pushed, I\u2019ll grab it. But I know that when I take the time to make my own it\u2019s delicious \u2013 and very simple. And it has no added sugar. The same, of course, applies for most sauces, including the mild curries that our children have started enjoying, so my husband Mark, who cooks a lot, has started making korma sauce too.<\/p>\n

Taste verdict: 9\/10 \u2013 of course the homemade versions are better.<\/p>\n

Cost: \u00a32.35 \u2013 a saving of 20p. Tomatoes 85p, half a tub of mascarpone \u00a31.20 and basil 30p compared with shop bought pasta sauce, \u00a32.55.<\/p>\n

Swapping cereal for eggs\u00a0<\/p>\n

During term time our children frequently eat eggs<\/a> for breakfast but our leisurely mornings this summer have thrown our egg habit. Instead, the children have been eating high-protein, very low-sugar Surreal cereal. It\u2019s not cheap (\u00a34 for eight servings) and I\u2019m excited to return to eggs: scrambled, omelette, dip dips or splat eggs, as my children call fried eggs.<\/p>\n

Dr Amati recommends checking all cereal labels carefully. \u201cSwap high-sugar cereals for plain porridge or wheat biscuits, with berries or sliced banana for sweetness,\u201d she says. \u201cCheck the label on anything marketed to children \u2013 several \u201chealthy\u201d children\u2019s cereals run above 20g of sugar per 100g.\u201d<\/p>\n

Taste verdict: 10\/10 <\/p>\n

Cost: It\u2019s 80p for two eggs, compared with 50p for a 30g serving of Surreal cereal so it is more expensive<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/p>\n

We haven\u2019t given up all sugar in our diets \u2013 there\u2019s no way my children would let me \u2013 but we have cut down on UPFs (ultra-processed foods<\/a>) in the process of reducing free sugars, which feels much healthier all round.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m keeping Dr Amati\u2019s advice in mind: \u201cI avoid added sugar sauces and soft drinks at home and focus on fresh whole fruit. We do have ice creams and sweets at home but they\u2019re eaten as part of a meal instead of in isolation.\u201d<\/p>\n

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