Eat Out From £5

Hardeep Singh Kohli checks into a detox spa in Slovenia

Facing up to the naked truth of being fat and 40

Life's a see-saw for working mums

Julia Hobsbawm, a PR guru and mother of five, reveals her secrets for a good work-life balance

Caroline Quentin

The sitcom queen on marrying a younger man, being the breadwinner, and the joys of late motherhood

Not just anybody: Anna Richardson

The 38-year-old TV presenter discusses shopping, psychotherapy and her battles with the bulge

Packing a punch: the hottest fitness trends for 2009

Tired of the treadmill? We round up some alternative workouts coming to a boxing ring, gym or park near you

Natural beauty

An expert guide to beautiful skin

Classic comfort food puddings without the calories

With winter in full swing our bodies crave rich desserts like apple pie and cream which keep out the cold but can pile on the pounds. Here are some...

Classic comfort food but without the calories

With winter in full swing our bodies crave meals that keep out the cold but can pile on the pounds. The Times nutritionist suggests some tasty...

Eco worrier: In 2009 I promise to ...

Can you recommend any green resolutions for the new year, a reader asks

Sex advice: 10 things to know before you spice things up

How do you jazz up your sex life without hurting feelings and actually having an impact? Take these tips from a sex expert

Sex advice: My new boyfriend is playing hard to get. What should I do?

I am 55 and dating a nice guy. But after six dates he still hasn't tried anything physical. Should I make a move or does he just not fancy me?

Fit for 2009: how do the latest fitness DVDs shape up?

From bellydancing to beach bums, Times Health Clubbers give the latest crop of fitness videos a new year's workout

21 beauty, health, science, and food trends for 2009

From virtual-reality hair to liquid bone grafts, Kate Wighton asks our experts to predict the innovations that are in store for us next year

10 things to know before accusing your partner of cheating

Sometimes there is another explanation for a person losing 10Ib, working late and losing interest in sex

How gardening helps people with dementia

The Times Christmas Appeal is supporting a gardening charity that offers patients seeds of hope