Nutrition

10 easy ways to increase your fibre intake

A high-fibre diet can ward off diseases, obesity and inflammation. Here are tips on how to introduce more into your diet.

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What are nootropics and do they really boost your brain?

Humans have long been searching for a “magic elixir” to make us smarter, and improve our focus and memory.

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What causes food cravings? And what can we do about them?

Many of us try to eat more fruits and vegetables and less ultra-processed food. But why is sticking to your goals so hard?

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Does intermittent fasting increase or decrease our risk of cancer?

What does the latest research into intermittent fasting reveal?

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Snap out of it: Best foods to beat a bad mood

4 foods to boost your mood and improve mental health.

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Is white rice bad for me? Can I make it lower GI or healthier?

Rice is a culinary staple in Australia and around the world.

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Constipation increases your risk of a heart attack, new study finds – and not just on the toilet

If you Google the terms “constipation” and “heart attack” it’s not long before the name Elvis Presley crops up.

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Essential Foods to Support Your Body Through Menopause

A time of great upheaval for many women, the symptoms of menopause can be tempered by choosing the right foods and making lifestyle changes.

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6 dairy milk alternatives you might not have heard of

You don’t need to go far today to find some kind of plant-based milk. Every day, new dairy alternatives are popping up on the shelves. 

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5 foods to add to your shopping list to save money – and they’re good for you too

Food prices are adding pressure on household budgets, especially for Australians on the lowest incomes.

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Small but mighty: The health benefits of grapes

Packed with antioxidants, vitamins and fibre, grapes offer numerous health benefits.

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Nourish Your Body Naturally with Functional Foods

As more and more people look to Mother Nature for their nutritional needs the spotlight has turned to a new food group – ‘functional foods’.

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Uncover the Hidden Powers of Spinach: 5 Surprising Benefits

There’s a reason Popeye did so well while on a diet of these leafy greens…

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How a Mediterranean diet can support menopausal women

The Mediterranean diet can be beneficial to your overall wellbeing.

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Three ways to eat more nutritiously

When it comes to staying healthy, diet is one of the best things you can do to look after your body.

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Denmark bans noodles for being too hot – what you need to know about chilli heat

Chilli peppers – love them or hate them, they’ve got a heat that’s hard to ignore.

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Natural Remedy for Depression: New Research Highlights Benefits

Globally, depression is a major public health concern. According to the World Health Organisation, it is the largest contributor to non-fatal disease burden, with over 80% of this impact felt in low- and middle-income countries.

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The 30-30-30 method: How TikTok’s latest fitness trend could help you build healthy habits into your day

One of TikTok’s latest health trends is the the “30-30-30” method. This involves eating 30g protein within 30 minutes of waking up – shortly followed by 30 minutes of low to moderate-intensity cardio.

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A tax on sugary drinks can make us healthier. It’s time for Australia to introduce one

Sugary drinks cause weight gain and increase the risk of a range of diseases, including diabetes.

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How do I keep fruit, veggies and herbs fresh longer?

Are there any hacks to keeping produce fresh for longer?

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Mediterranean diet can ease symptoms of stress and anxiety, study finds

You’ve probably heard about the benefits of the Mediterranean diet on your health – it’s already recommended to reduce the risks of bowel cancer, heart disease and dementia.

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Dietitian reveals the 5 foods they always keep in their pantry

How healthy is your kitchen pantry? You may want to stock it up with a few of these foods.

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Artificial sweetener could harm your gut and the microbes that live there – new study

What new research tells us about artificial sweetener’s effect on the gut.

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Not all ultra-processed foods are bad for your health, whatever you might have heard

In recent years, there’s been increasing hype about the potential health risks associated with so-called “ultra-processed” foods.

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