Diet
Kimchi will not save you, but fermented foods are not a fad either
Live yoghurt, kefir and sauerkraut can earn their place. They cannot outrun a low-fibre diet.
Section
Food
What is on the plate, what it costs, and how we shop for it.
Policy
The true cost of a healthy basket in 2026
A week of decent meals is still possible on a budget — but the cheapest calories remain the worst ones.