It’s officially plum season in the UK. And if you didn’t already know, the common fruits are pretty great for us – they’ve been associated with slower brain ageing, better bone health, and even a reduced risk of some cancers.

The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026 (SOFI) is the UN system’s flagship assessment of global hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition, produced jointly by FAO, IFAD, UNICEF, WFP and WHO. It tracks progress toward SDG 2 through the latest global and regional estimates on food insecurity, diet quality and the global nutrition…

Nutrition is the foundation of good health, playing a crucial role in improving quality of life. Yet with the constant hustle of modern life, maintaining a balanced, healthy diet often takes a backseat. This increases risk for obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and other health conditions.

While it’s possible to get all of the vitamins and minerals you need from careful food selection and a nutrient-dense diet, research shows many women still experience at least one type of nutrient deficiency, if not more. So what vitamins should a woman take on a daily basis, and what are the best vitamins for…