You might start by asking your child what’s in and what’s out according to their new diet – and why they decided to go vegetarian in the first place.
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A new diet by an American biochemist claims to help you live longer. It’s not too dissimilar to the Australian guide to healthy eating, which if followed, could also prolong your life.
Food insecurity is often talked about as an issue of individual responsibility. But our research suggests most people struggling to put food on the table are not the agents of their own misfortune.
Food insecurity is a social justice issue tied to social determinants of health. Historically marginalized people like 2SLGBTQ+ youth are at risk, and more likely to be food insecure during COVID-19.
Looking to save money on your grocery bill but not sure about home-brand food? It’s actually a healthy option, with a few exceptions.
A major review found specific supplements or food components were unlikely to lead to significant improvements in stiffness, pain and function.
From espresso to plunger, our choice of coffee brewing method depends on many factors. But how much does it impact what’s actually in your cup?
The ‘internal shower’ drink is being hailed as everything from a digestion booster, to a treatment for constipation and bloating, to a detox drink and hangover cure.
Improving the diets of livestock in Africa provides a rapid pathway to increasing nutrition for people.
Diets high in fat, sugar and processed foods are associated with higher calorie intake, poorer memory and lower cognitive function.
Most of us can agree new meat alternatives taste great, but are they a healthier alternative to meat?
Removing a pre-existing right like cancelling the school nutrition programme is a retrogressive measure, and should only be done under very specific circumstances.
There is more sugar and other sweeteners in our food and drinks globally than a decade ago, with manufacturers prioritising healthier options in richer countries.
A ‘learning journey’ research process exposed a broad group of participants to local realities of the food system and childcare in a small town.
Drinking a cup of coffee means ingesting a complex mixture of chemicals. Research has given us mixed messaging about whether coffee is beneficial or harmful.
Current expiration date system leads to confused consumers and wasted food.
First, check if your child is really hangry, or just angry. Feeding straight away isn’t always the answer.
The story behind the research can be as compelling as the results. Recording the effects of starvation, a group of Jewish doctors demonstrated their dedication to science – and their own humanity.
Publicly accessible gardens are an essential part of our food system. It’s important for policymakers to understand that growing food in city gardens is central to health, food security and culture.
Getting enough iron is tricky – even if we eat enough, we might not absorb enough. But diversifying the menu and looking for fortified foods can help.
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Laureate Professor in Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Newcastle
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Professor of Community Health and Wellbeing, The University of Queensland
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Program Director of Nutrition and Food Sciences, Accredited Practising Dietitian, Adelaide University
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Accredited Practising Dietitian and Lecturer, Southern Cross University
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Senior Lecturer, Nutrition and Food Science, Australian Catholic University
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Honorary Associate Professor, University of Leicester
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Senior Lecturer, Nutrition, Swinburne University of Technology
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Professor of Public Health Policy, Deakin University
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Associate Professor of Gastroenterology, School of Medicine, University of Washington
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Programme Lead Nutrition and Health, Edge Hill University
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Clinical Trials Director, Department of Endocrinology, RPA Hospital, University of Sydney
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