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Are baked beans good for you?
Simone Austin
Simone Austin

Are baked beans good for you?

Baked beans are a staple in the Australian pantry and whilst a convenient food, it might be a surprise to some that they are healthier than you probably think.

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Cow Milk vs. Milk Alternatives

Cow Milk vs. Milk Alternatives

You’ve probably noticed the milk aisle is changing; there’s so many options beyond dairy milk at our local supermarket and cafe. This is because many Australians are moving from dairy to milk alternatives like soy, almond and oat for reasons like personal and planetary health, taste and dietary preferences.

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Tips on how to eat more sustainably and stay healthy

Tips on how to eat more sustainably and stay healthy

Which type of diet is best for your health and the planet? Small changes in what we consume can lead to real environmental benefits. Find out how you can follow a healthy eating plan while caring about sustainability.

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Is the healthy eating food pyramid still best practice?

Is the healthy eating food pyramid still best practice?

Many of us know that the food pyramid is now outdated. But what replaced the food pyramid and how does this impact our eating habits?

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What is a fad diet and why do you need to avoid them?

What is a fad diet and why do you need to avoid them?

With fitness influencers on the rise, we are surrounded by messages that fad dieting is an easy way to get in shape. Before you listen to unqualified advice, do you really know what a fad diet is? Dietitian Shivaun Conn explains what you need to know about fad diets.

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How to create a meal plan that works

How to create a meal plan that works

Meal planning may save you time, money and sanity. Dietitian Lyndi Cohen shares her tips for making meal plans that work.

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Healthy takeaway options

Healthy takeaway options

Healthier takeaway options can include your favourites. Here’s a dietitian’s tips on how to make the healthiest choice.

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Protein for women: what are the best sources?

Protein for women: what are the best sources?

Are your farts a bit smelly? You might be eating too much protein. Learn what you could change to reduce this pongy problem.

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10 healthier snacks to keep in your cupboard

10 healthier snacks to keep in your cupboard

It’s so important for busy families to have healthy, portion-controlled snacks on hand. Here’s some you can try.

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How to get more veggies in your toddler’s diet

How to get more veggies in your toddler’s diet

Hot chips are vegetables, right? If that’s your toddler's opinion, you need to read these tips.

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Is this a vegetable?

Is this a vegetable?

Fun fact: on average, 720 Australians each month ask Google whether mushroom is a vegetable. Here’s the answer.

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Food safety tips for leftover veggies

Food safety tips for leftover veggies

It’s great that so many people are getting vigilant with veggies! Let us help by answering these common questions.

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It’s time to talk about peanut butter

It’s time to talk about peanut butter

Peanut butter is such a divisive food, but is it healthy? Let’s have a chat.

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Is coconut a fruit or a vegetable?

Is coconut a fruit or a vegetable?

We couldn’t think of anything more fun than answering fruit and veggie questions. So… let’s talk about coconuts.

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Bread is back on the menu, so let’s make it work for you

Bread is back on the menu, so let’s make it work for you

Missing bread but worried it's bad for you? Here’s how some bread may actually help your health.

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9 popular veggies that are good for your health

9 popular veggies that are good for your health

Not eating enough veggies? Discover simple ways to add more vegetables to your meals and unlock their health benefits.

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The benefits of eating vegetables that are in season in Australia

The benefits of eating vegetables that are in season in Australia

Looking to cut costs while eating a nutrient rich diet? Here’s which seasonal veggies you should keep an eye out for.

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How to read nutrition labels
Kate Agnew
Kate Agnew

How to read nutrition labels

Learning how to read nutrition labels is a great way to become more informed about the foods you’re eating. Here’s how.

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How to spot added sugar

How to spot added sugar

Some foods have naturally occurring sugars and some have added sugars. But are they similar? Let's take a look.

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Are you ultra-sure you know what ultra-processed food is?

Are you ultra-sure you know what ultra-processed food is?

To make the right choices, you need the facts. Find out what processed food is and choose the right foods for you.

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Science wants you to charge your mushrooms

Science wants you to charge your mushrooms

Buckle up, we’re going to tell you a little story about mushrooms that may be hard to believe.

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How should we wash our vegetables?

How should we wash our vegetables?

Eating unwashed fruit and vegetables may cause food-borne illnesses. Learn how to wash them correctly, step by step.

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How to fuel your workout to hit those goals
Simone Austin
Simone Austin

How to fuel your workout to hit those goals

Should I eat before exercising? Or afterwards? What should I be eating? We’ve got all the answers you need.

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Could good food lead to a good mood?

Could good food lead to a good mood?

There is increasing evidence to suggest that improving your diet may improve mental wellbeing, but how?

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The benefits of beetroot powder

The benefits of beetroot powder

From supporting athletic performance to a range of possible health benefits, discover more about adding beetroot powder to your diet in our latest article.

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How to build a healthy shopping list

How to build a healthy shopping list

Discover expert tips on how to build a healthy shopping list. From the best supermarket aisles to shop, to wholesome foods to support your wellbeing.

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What are the health benefits of bone broth?

What are the health benefits of bone broth?

What is bone broth and does it offer health benefits? See what our experts say about making your own versus buying it pre-made.

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10 foods that may help your body produce collagen

10 foods that may help your body produce collagen

Your body naturally produces collagen but there are 10 foods you can eat that may help support collagen production. Naturopath Gabbie Watt shares her tips.

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How much protein do adults really need per day?

How much protein do adults really need per day?

The wellness world is abuzz with protein. But how much of it do you need? Accredited Practising Dietitian Kate Agnew spills the beans on protein.

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healthylife Food Tracker - what is it?

healthylife Food Tracker - what is it?

Get inspired to make healthier food choices and achieve a more balanced diet with the healthylife Food Tracker

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What are sometimes foods and drinks?
Sarah Gray
Sarah Gray

What are sometimes foods and drinks?

Sometimes foods typically contain high levels of saturated fats, sugars, salt and/or alcohol. Here's how to cut back and make healthier swaps.

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What is the keto diet?

What is the keto diet?

Discover the ins and outs of a ketogenic diet. The foods you can eat, the meaning of ketosis and some surprising benefits you may not have heard about.

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Is sugar really that bad for us?

Is sugar really that bad for us?

We need some sugar for our bodies to function, but we could benefit from reducing added sugar intake. Find out how much sugar we really need, and tips that may assist with cutting the excess sugar from your diet.

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Are you drinking enough water? 7 signs to find out
Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

Are you drinking enough water? 7 signs to find out

Our bodies are up to 50% to 80% water. If you lose more than you drink you can get dehydrated. Learn the 7 signs that you aren't drinking enough water.

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5 of the best budget-friendly pantry staples
Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

5 of the best budget-friendly pantry staples

Discover dietitian Lyndi Cohen’s top 5 affordable, long-lasting pantry staples to make healthy eating easy and budget-friendly.

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Eating veggies for the seasons (plus 4 budget saver tips)

Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

Eating veggies for the seasons (plus 4 budget saver tips)


Seasonal eating is a seriously smart thing to do. There are oh-so-many wonderful benefits from eating seasonal produce including veggies and fruit.

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How veggies (actually) benefit your health
Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

How veggies (actually) benefit your health

Why exactly should you be going to the effort to eat enough veggies? And what are the health benefits of eating your daily veggies? Let's find out.

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4 healthier food swaps to manage a sweet tooth
Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

4 healthier food swaps to manage a sweet tooth

Struggling with sugar cravings? Dietitian Lyndi Cohen reveals 4 smarter food swaps to satisfy your sweet tooth the healthier way.

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Are you hungry or thirsty? The link between hydration and appetite
Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

Are you hungry or thirsty? The link between hydration and appetite

Are you likely to eat more if you’re thirsty? Does not drinking enough water impact your appetite? Some smart researchers have found that the answer to these questions is most likely yes.

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Top 10 hydrating snacks and meals
Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

Top 10 hydrating snacks and meals

Drinking water is the best way to hydrate for most of us, but did you know it’s estimated that around 19% of water intake in the Western diet comes from food sources? Here are 10 foods to include in your diet.

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What is low GI eating... and how to do it
Lyndi Cohen
Lyndi Cohen

What is low GI eating... and how to do it

Get the low-down on low-GI eating, including why eating a low GI diet is healthier for you and how to do it.

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Meet the new and improved Food Tracker

Meet the new and improved Food Tracker

Here’s a run down of our latest version, packed with game-changing features to help you make better food choices like never before.

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Eating a varied diet: Why does it matter?
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia

Eating a varied diet: Why does it matter?

Tired of repeating the same four dinners? Discover why it matters to add variety to your meals to support your health, wellbeing, and daily nutrition.

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Wholegrains vs. refined grains: What’s the difference?
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia

Wholegrains vs. refined grains: What’s the difference?

Grain foods are not the enemy, but the types of grain foods we choose to eat are important.

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7 easy ways to turn pantry staples into a meal (or snack)
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia

7 easy ways to turn pantry staples into a meal (or snack)

We’ve pulled together seven of our best pantry staple meal and snack ideas to give you some inspiration – one for every day of the week.

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Is rice good for you?
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia

Is rice good for you?

Is rice good for you and what type should you eat? Nutrition Australia gives us lowdown on all things rice-related and why it's worthy of its spot as a healthy pantry staple.

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The perks of a well-stocked pantry
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia

The perks of a well-stocked pantry

Do you often find yourself staring vacantly into the pantry and struggling to decide on something to eat? Here are 5 reasons to keep it well-stocked.

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Why you should try for 5
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia

Why you should try for 5

Are you eating 5 serves of veggies a day? With only 7% of adults and 5% of kids hitting the target, chances are you're not. Here's how to get more veg in your day.

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Which oil is best for cooking with?
Nutrition Australia
Nutrition Australia

Which oil is best for cooking with?

Olive oil, extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, peanut oil, cottonseed oil, canola oil – there are so many different oils to choose from, but which one is the best for cooking with?

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5 easy nutrition tips for a healthier lockdown
Simone Austin
Simone Austin

5 easy nutrition tips for a healthier lockdown

Let’s be honest, it can be hard to find the positives when you’re in lockdown. But, it may just be the perfect time to pick up some new healthy eating habits.

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What are non-perishable foods and are they healthy for me?
Simone Austin
Simone Austin

What are non-perishable foods and are they healthy for me?

Good news! Healthier eating just got easier. Discover how to eat a nourishing diet with a mix of fresh, frozen, dried and canned food.

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Brain food vs superfood: what's the difference?

Brain food vs superfood: what's the difference?

What’s the difference between brain food and superfoods? Accredited Dietitian Shivaun Conn explains what you need to know.

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Natural Sweeteners vs Artificial Sweeteners

Natural Sweeteners vs Artificial Sweeteners

Some people may opt for sweeteners because they are aiming to reduce their sugar intake. But how can we determine which may be the better option? Or should sweeteners be avoided?

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What is organic food and is it really better for us?

What is organic food and is it really better for us?

You might have heard that organic food is better for you. Or perhaps you’ve heard that it’s just a gimmick. Either way, you need answers so you can decide whether to make the switch to organic food for yourself. We weigh up the pros and cons.

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Your keto shopping list is ready

Your keto shopping list is ready

This list of keto snacks is full of treats that also just happen to be low in sugar and mostly gluten-free.

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Food and fibre: The way to a healthy future?
Sarah Gray
Sarah Gray

Food and fibre: The way to a healthy future?

Did you know, raspberries have a whopping 8g of fibre per cup? Discover what else you can include to increase your fibre

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How to stop feeling tired after eating

How to stop feeling tired after eating

Accredited Practising Dietitian Kate Agnew shares her tips on how to stop feeling tired after eating.

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How to eat more of the healthy foods that make you feel better

How to eat more of the healthy foods that make you feel better

It’s time to edit the phrase ‘you are what you eat’ to add ‘most of the time’. Having the occasional bit of junk food is OK. What’s more important is eating foods that make you feel better most of the time.

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 Is the cottage cheese and mustard diet good for you?

Is the cottage cheese and mustard diet good for you?

There’s a bizarre new viral food trend taking over TikTok involving cottage cheese and… yellow mustard.

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Is there a healthiest diet for seniors?

Is there a healthiest diet for seniors?

The senior years can be such an enjoyable time of life and a perfect time to take a look at the diet to ensure we are getting the best nutrition.

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10 benefits of berries (and how to eat more of them)
Kate Agnew
Kate Agnew

10 benefits of berries (and how to eat more of them)

Blueberries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries are officially at their peak right now, which means they’re tasting their best and can be enjoyed in abundance. These are some of the most widely loved fruits for good reason: they’re nutrient-dense, naturally sweet, and backed by strong scientific evidence for supporting health. Here are 10 of the best-studied benefits, plus easy ways to enjoy more berries in your everyday meals.

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Celtic Sea Salt: What is it and are there health benefits?

Celtic Sea Salt: What is it and are there health benefits?

Celtic sea salt is all the rage right now, gaining popularity on platforms like TikTok. Many have been promoting celtic sea salt benefits like boosting hydration, weight management, lowering blood pressure and more. There’s some research behind it, but not a lot so take it with a pinch of salt.

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MCT Oil: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects
Kate Agnew
Kate Agnew

MCT Oil: Benefits, Uses & Side Effects

Good nutrition is essential for kid’s growth, brain development, and overall health and wellbeing. But with fussy eaters, allergies and so many supplements on the market, from protein drinks to gummies, (and everything in between) it can be confusing for parents to determine whether their kids actually need a supplement or not. Let’s break it down.

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Tap water: Is it safe to drink in Australia?
Kate Agnew
Kate Agnew

Tap water: Is it safe to drink in Australia?

With all the buzz about "forever chemicals" such as PFAS in some of the waterways, staying hydrated with clean and safe water is more important than ever.

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Olive Oil: What are the health benefits?
Lucy Burgess
Lucy Burgess

Olive Oil: What are the health benefits?

Extra Virgin Olive Oil (or “EVOO” as some health enthusiasts call it) is like the queen of all oils. It’s less processed and refined compared to olive oil and other cooking oils, which means it keeps all those good antioxidants and vitamins.

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Seed oils: Are they really bad for your health?
Lucy Burgess
Lucy Burgess

Seed oils: Are they really bad for your health?

They’re in everything from your favourite salad dressing to processed and packaged snacks. But here’s the question: are these seed oils damaging to your health?

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6 reasons why you should track your grocery shop

6 reasons why you should track your grocery shop

Easy ways you can integrate movement and break up sitting time during the work day without having to leave the desk.

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Nutraceuticals: What are they and how can we include them in our diets?

Nutraceuticals: What are they and how can we include them in our diets?

Did you know there are foods we can include in our diet which not only provide nutrition but also offer other benefits to our health?

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What is the best diet while using weight loss medicines?
Sarah Gray
Sarah Gray

What is the best diet while using weight loss medicines?

Have you been prescribed Ozempic? If so, and where weight management has become a goal of your treatment, it’s important to understand how to set yourself up for nutrition success.

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10 signs of dehydration & how to stay hydrated
Sarah Gray
Sarah Gray

10 signs of dehydration & how to stay hydrated

Dehydration is when we lose more water than what we take in and there are various levels and causes of dehydration.

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Do I really need 8 cups of water per day?
Sarah Gray
Sarah Gray

Do I really need 8 cups of water per day?

Just like no shoe fits all, the 8 glasses rule doesn’t fit all. But there is some merit to it.

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