1. On a choir level

2. Spray on a ray of sunshine

We all know how damaging the sun’s rays can be to our health – but a lovely bronze tan can be just the thing to lift our spirits as the summer draws to a close. KIM FRANCIS discovers.

3. Dine out

If you’re taking part in Al Fresco Food Fortnight,  Debrett’s has some great barbecue etiquette tips.

4. Must Eat

This City Woman has recently discovered the joys of rice cakes and can vouch for the quality of the delicious Kallo brand.

5. Super slimmer on the starting blocks for event

Until this year Tina Rawling had never done a day’s exercise in her life but now she has lost more than three stone in six months, and is taking part in Reading’s Race for Life.

6. Mackerel means health!

A buzzing restaurant in Caversham is dishing up British – and often local – food with a twist.

7. Supreme Sardines

There was a time in this food-phobic nation of ours when the only sardines to be had were released from a tin with a special key.

8. Spread the word

You cannot beat home-made jam – or can you?

9. Technique to help yourself

The daily grind of modern living often takes its toll on our bodies in the form of back ache and neck pain.

10. On your marks, Race for Life!

If you were inspired by the sight of thousands of runners doing their bit for charity in the London Marathon, but are held back by fears of poor fitness or ability, don’t worry.