It may be dark outside when you get up in the morning and when you get home from work, but there are plenty of ways to keep in shape.

Make every day a Mediterranean holiday, at least when it comes to food. There’s nothing like the fresh flavours of Italy, Greece, Spain, the Levant and North Africa – olives, tomatoes, cheeses, fish, wholegrains, lentils and even a splash of wine. And the cherry tomato on top is that the Mediterranean diet might make you live longer and feel healthier!

Scientists at the University of Michigan have unveiled a list of small dietary changes that can shorten or lengthen your life.

Protein isn’t just for bodybuilders. It’s one of the most important components of a healthy diet. Good proteins help make you feel full, contribute to muscle growth, power your brain and other organs, help you digest food, help oxygenate your body, and regulate hormones.

Don’t settle for everyday eating. Get some excitement in your diet with Fitfood dishes inspired by meals from places like Italy, India, Thailand, Japan, Malaysia, and the Middle East. Here are five of our favourite Fitfood meals from some of the world’s best flavour destinations.

One of the best things about the return to colder weather and shorter days is the return to warm, hearty comfort food. This is the season for cosy kitchens, warm ovens, and meals that feel like a hug on a plate.