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Evidence-based articles on nutrition, mindset, lifestyle and exercise from our Accredited Practising Dietitians.

A Guide to Protein
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A Guide to Protein

Protein is the nutrient of the moment. High-protein yoghurt, protein bars, protein-enriched bread, protein powder in every flavour imaginable. The idea that...

Mirror Mirror on the Wall: Body Image
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Mirror Mirror on the Wall: Body Image

The unfortunate reality is that, particularly given the rising presence of social media and societal pressures, many women - and also many...

Antioxidants – Nature’s Little Helpers
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Antioxidants – Nature’s Little Helpers

Antioxidants play a vital role in your body, helping protect against the degeneration of cells, and against cancer, stroke and heart disease....

Figs
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Figs

While you probably know how delicious figs are, you may not be aware of their high nutritional value, largely owing to their...

Understanding Labels on Packaged Foods
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Understanding Labels on Packaged Foods

Compulsory food labelling for packaged foods in Australia offers a huge range of information to Australian consumers about what you're buying... but...

Why omega-3 fats are good for your health
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Why omega-3 fats are good for your health

'Fat' is a term which has been demonised by society and the media...but is it all bad? In reality, while consuming too...

How to Read Food Labels
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How to Read Food Labels

With the increasing emphasis on healthy eating, food labels contain more and more information - and have simultaneously become more and more...

Hydration Guide
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Hydration Guide

One of the most important tips for achieving your health goals might come as a surprise: make sure you're drinking enough fluids!...

Citrus Fruits
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Citrus Fruits

Vitamin C is one of the most commonly used supplements...but did you know you can get all the benefits of vitamin C...

School’s In: Lunchbox lessons
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School’s In: Lunchbox lessons

During a long day at school, little brains work overtime concentrating on learning, playing and all the joys of youth. To keep...

Cruciferous Vegetables
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Cruciferous Vegetables

Cruciferous vegetables are the nutrient powerhouses belonging to the broccoli family. These include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, watercress, bok choy...