Discover the main chemical food preservation techniques, from vacuum packaging and modified atmospheres to the use of biopreservatives and active packaging. Learn how these methods extend shelf life while maintaining food quality and safety.

Staying hydrated in summer is essential for your health. Our bodies lose fluids constantly and don’t always warn us. Learn when and how to drink water, which drinks to avoid, and how to spot signs of dehydration.

Steaming is one of the healthiest and most food-friendly cooking methods: it better preserves nutrients, flavour and texture. Ideal for vegetables, fish or even baking, this simple and fat-free technique is perfect for improving your diet without fuss.

Breakfast is often called the most important meal of the day, but while it plays a key role in providing energy and nutrients, it doesn't need to follow a rigid formula. Whether you eat right after waking or a bit later, what truly matters is consuming a good portion of your daily calories in the morning. Be wary of highly processed breakfast foods like sugary cereals, even those claiming to be high in fibre. Instead, opt for fresh, varied, and minimally processed ingredients — whole fruit, nuts, oats, eggs, vegetables, and quality dairy. There's no evidence that breakfast helps you lose weight, but it does support mental focus and reduces morning anxiety. Most importantly, breakfast should be enjoyable, nourishing and never monotonous.