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# food & nutrition

Learn how you can make eating healthy easy, explore the pros (and cons) of organic food and become an expert on the basics of nutrition.

-   [diet](diet)
-   [kid's nutrition](kids-nutrition)
-   [low FODMAP diet](low-fodmap-diet)
-   [healthy weight](healthy-weight)
-   [plant-based eating](plant-based-eating)

## all food & nutrition articles

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diet

diet

![Are baked beans good for you?](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/4efa198f-3bd1-4b3e-9700-d1e813204fda/people-cooking-baked-beans-thumb.webp?quality=75&auto=format)

![Simone Austin](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/511e37f7-5e58-4651-a425-462e918c9d5b/simone-austin.webp?quality=75&auto=format)

Simone Austin

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/are-baked-beans-good-for-you)

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### Are baked beans good for you?

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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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diet

diet

![Cow Milk vs. Milk Alternatives](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/71501171-7f5d-47d8-a262-da635d0f25e8/glass-of-milk-being-poured-thumb.webp?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/cow-milk-vs-milk-alternatives)

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### Cow Milk vs. Milk Alternatives

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/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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diet

diet

![Tips on how to eat more sustainably and stay healthy ](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/9505633b-9550-4495-9c47-36bfc95980f8/sustainable-eating-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/how-to-eat-more-sustainably)

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### Tips on how to eat more sustainably and stay healthy

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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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diet

diet

![Is the healthy eating food pyramid still best practice?](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/59d5d0ff-cea8-4428-9203-d558ac6ba2f7/whats-new-in-healthy-eating-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/food-pyramid-australia)

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### Is the healthy eating food pyramid still best practice?

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/food-pyramid-australia)

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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kid's nutrition

kid's nutrition

![Dietitian-approved foods and healthy snacks for kids](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/56ff576a-368e-44b4-9675-26f69f84b15e/dietitian-approved.webp?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/healthy-snacks-for-kids)

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### Dietitian-approved foods and healthy snacks for kids

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kid's nutrition

kid's nutrition

![What foods are best for fussy toddlers?](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/70ecc5fd-0b43-4c3e-897d-a555505aba9a/Toddlers-food-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/food-for-fussy-toddlers)

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### What foods are best for fussy toddlers?

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/food-for-fussy-toddlers)

If you ask any parent what their toddler’s favourite food is, there is a good chance whatever the food is, it’s white. But what foods should your toddler be eating? Dietitian Shivaun Conn shares her top tips for feeding your toddler.

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kid's nutrition

kid's nutrition

![The facts about healthy eating for teenagers](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/a4d00567-c387-4477-b7d9-0480cd969d6a/Food-for-teenagers-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/healthy-eating-for-teenagers)

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### The facts about healthy eating for teenagers

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/healthy-eating-for-teenagers)

There’s a whole lot going on in the mind of a teenager. Hormones are raging, they’re asserting their independence and trying to find their place in the world. Throw in healthy eating and it’s a lot. Dietitian, Shivaun Conn shares her tips to help with healthy eating for teens.

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diet

diet

![What is a fad diet and why do you need to avoid them?](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/8d7ef8f2-57c4-42bd-b660-6b5e84706856/fad-diets-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/what-is-a-fad-diet)

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

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/what-is-a-fad-diet)

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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healthy weight

healthy weight

![Say goodbye to weight loss as a motivation to be fit and healthy](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/53b72209-1d9c-454e-8db4-bb82a768c19c/Say-goodbye-to-weight-loss-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/where-to-find-motivation-to-lose-weight)

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### Say goodbye to weight loss as a motivation to be fit and healthy

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/where-to-find-motivation-to-lose-weight)

A healthy and fit body looks different for everyone, but many of us mistakenly use weight loss as a motivator. So it’s time to ditch the weight loss goal and make a healthier, more active lifestyle your priority. Here’s how.

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](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/where-to-find-motivation-to-lose-weight)

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diet

diet

![How to create a meal plan that works](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/3f6fd91c-243e-468b-a439-2f2771b231d3/meal-planning-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/do-dietitians-make-meal-plans)

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### How to create a meal plan that works

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/do-dietitians-make-meal-plans)

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](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/e84af08c-2c22-4c03-867c-21607dbeb7b6/eat-out-healthily-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/eating-out-healthily)

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### Healthy takeaway options

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/eating-out-healthily)

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

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](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/eating-out-healthily)

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diet

diet

![Protein for women: what are the best sources?](https://assets-us-01.kc-usercontent.com:443/3e01c88d-6d32-0086-9f07-7574b3104890/bdc1ea78-a47a-4804-8e88-8d20eba4fdf6/protein-thumb.jpg?quality=75&auto=format)

](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/best-protein-for-women)

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### Protein for women: what are the best sources?

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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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](https://www.healthylife.com.au/learn/best-protein-for-women)

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