Tinned tuna is affordable, high in protein and doesn’t need cooking, making it a convenient and nutritious lunchtime staple. Here’s how much you can eat.
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Drinking a lot of cow’s milk can increase your child’s risk of low iron. Here’s what to look out for.
Australians can expect to live around 87% of their lives in full health.
Here’s what Vegemite Kids will mean for children’s total salt intake. Hint: not as much as you might think.
Sometimes the ingredients we throw away are the ones we should have cooked with all along. Here are some ideas to minimise food waste and save money.
Lp(a) isn’t included in routine cholesterol tests but it can affect your risk of developing heart disease or having a stroke.
Yet another weight loss drug is causing a stir online. But health authorities and experts say it may bring more risks than rewards.
You don’t need to go without meat or dairy to afford your weekly shop. Here’s how to choose lower-cost items and spot bargains.
Dark chocolate has a reputation for being healthier, but is that true? Here’s how to choose between dark and milk chocolate this Easter.
Almond or cashew butter might sound fancier than plain old peanut butter. But you might be surprised to find which one’s better for you.
Go on, drink hot water if it makes you feel good. But don’t expect it to have magical properties beyond staying hydrated.
Meat and full-fat dairy are in. Ultra-processed foods are out. And there’s a new, inverted food pyramid.
Feeling full isn’t the same as losing weight.
Your diet soft drink habit may not be as healthy as you think. Here are three ways to cut back.
This rare genetic condition isn’t a fruit allergy or sensitivity. Could it explain your symptoms?
Here’s what’s really going on while you’re in the waiting room.
Influencers claim you’ll lose weight, banish bloating and transform your health. Here’s what the science says.
Almost three in four Australian children drank sugar drinks every day in 1995. Now, it’s just one in four.
Most of us will, at some point, eat and drink certain things to impress others. This is usually fine, but in some cases can become a problem.
While instant noodles offer comfort and familiarity, their nutritional profile has room for improvement. You can upgrade your bowl with a few easy additions.
Barista milks promise foamier, creamier coffee, but what’s really in them? Here’s what sets them apart from regular milk.
What’s actually happening in your body when you eat an entire cucumber? Two dietitians explain.
Les fibres présentent un intérêt pour prévenir certaines maladies chroniques (cancers, pathologies cardiovasculaires…). Connaître les sources de fibres peut aider à en consommer davantage.
You might have heard that eating too many eggs will cause high cholesterol levels, leading to poor health. But what does the latest science say?
Fibre can help prevent overeating and lower your type 2 diabetes risk. But even if you think you eat lots of veggies, you might still not be getting enough fibre.
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