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november
Chickpeas to fight obesity diseases?
Chinese researchers feeding chickpeas to obese rats believe chickpeas may help overweight and obese people to fight high cholesterol and insulin resistance.
We need more Vitamin D
Emerging research now shows that many, if not most, of us are not getting anywhere near enough vitamin D.
Fruit and vegetables provide natural aspirin
Higher consumption of fruit and vegetables is associated with the prevention of cardiovascular disease and cancers.
Garlic consumption linked to reduction in colorectal cancer
Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in Australia and New Zealand after lung cancer.
Obesity Action Coalition (OAC) urge regulation of advertising to children
In their report “Would you like lies with that? Food, kids and TV advertising”, the OAC calls for a ban on all TV advertising for foods and beverages during programmes where children make up 10% or more of the viewing audience.
A1 milk: Should we worry?
In his recently published book ‘Devil in the Milk’, Keith Woodford claims a link between a protein in the milk we drink and a range of serious illnesses, including heart disease, type 1 diabetes, autism and schizophrenia.
Fear of new foods in the genes?
Neophobia, or the fear of new foods, is thought to have evolved in humans (and some animals) as a protective mechanism, reducing the possibility of poisoning from unfamiliar and toxic foods.
Alcohol and endometrial cancer link
A higher alcohol intake has been linked to endometrial cancer in post-menopausal women.
What does 'natural' mean?
What does 'natural' really mean when used on processed and pre-packaged foods?
The ethical cook: Is going meat-free the way to be green?
Is eating less meat good for the environment? Really?
What to do with: Tortillas
Seen tortillas on the supermarket shelf but not sure what to do with them? Read on for tasty ideas.
How to choose: Pesto
We guide you through the growing range of pesto products on the shelves to help you choose the right pesto for you.
Eat well, spend less: Price wise
Over-spending, particularly on groceries, is an occupational hazard in busy households. Keeping a price book will help.
How to make sure your baby has enough iron
Which is better for baby’s iron levels: commercial baby food or homemade?
Get moving!
Time to shake off some weight? Here are some ideas for finding an enjoyable way to incorporate exercise into your day.
Lighten up your diet to suit the season
Spring is the perfect time to take stock of your diet and 'lighten up' your eating habits.
Joining up to slim down: Weight Watchers
We took a look at Weight Watchers to find out: is it right for you?
Joining up to slim down: Jenny Craig
We took a look at Jenny Craig to find out: Is it right for you?
