How is deli meat made? The food science behind the turkey, ham and other cold cuts in your lunch
A long bath in brine is how deli meat gets its taste, texture and shelf life.
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Salt a hidden culprit in childhood obesity: study
Sugary drinks may get most of the attention in discussions about Australia’s obesity epidemic, but new research from Deakin University has found salt may be a silent contributor to the problem. The study…
Monday’s medical myth: light or ‘lite’ food is healthy
How much can you believe about claims made on food packaging? For any mention of the word “light” or “lite”, feel free to add your own definition – that will have about as much credibility as any claim…
Extra virgin olive oil: why it’s healthier than other cooking oils
Extra virgin olive oil contains polyphenols, which studies have linked to a range of different health benefits.
Preventing diabetes with the right diet
We’ve come a long way in our understanding of diabetes over the past few decades. Rather than cutting down on sugar, the prevention and management of diabetes hinges on weight control and a balanced diet…
Nutrient in red meat linked to heart disease
A nutrient found red meat may increase the risk of heart disease when it interacts with the bacteria in the human gut, according to a paper published this week in Nature Medicine. The results point to…
US government pushes pizza to help the cheese industry
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently released a report on the role of pizza in American diets. Researcher Donna Rhodes and colleagues in USDA’s agricultural research department found that an…
Butter or margarine? A food scientist describes their subtle chemical deviations and how they can affect your baked goods
Butter and margarine are both made up of long fatty acid chains, but some slight chemical differences mean differences in how they melt.
How reliable is the Eatwell Guide, the official chart of what foods you should be eating?
After 20 years, Public Health England finally released a revised Eatwell Guide – here’s what changed.
Worried about statins? Here’s what the evidence shows
From cholesterol chemistry to muscle pain fears, this guide unpacks how statins work, who they help most, and why concerns persist despite strong evidence.
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