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november
Features from the November 2008 issue of Healthy Food Guide magazine.
Gregg's champion Freestyle Cooking
Freestyle Cooking is a pioneering approach to meal preparation that has been gathering steam internationally.
What to do with: Asparagus
There's much more to asparagus than its regular appearance at morning teas, rolled up in a slice of white bread!
What to do with: Strawberries
Nothing spells summer quite like the plentiful supply of fresh, juicy strawberries.
In the garden: Potatoes
Plant some potatoes mid-late October for a home-grown Christmas potato salad.
Everyday shopping: Crackers
You may think crackers are healthy, but some have as much fat, salt and kilojoules as the average potato chip.
Spend less, shop smart: Bulk bins
You walk past them every time you go to the supermarket, and you’ve seen the specialist bulk stores – here’s why it’s time to investigate bulk bins.
Pistachios for heart health
Researchers have found pistachio nuts can help lower LDL-cholesterol (‘bad’ cholesterol).
6000+ kids sign up at mission-on.co.nz
Mission-On aims to give five to 12-year-old children opportunities to learn about nutrition and fuelling their bodies.
We love beef and lamb
Kiwis are enjoying their beef and lamb more than ever, according to recent market research results.
1,000,000,000 jars of Vegemite
The one billionth jar of Vegemite has been produced in Australia, 85 years after it was launched.
Look after Mum!
The impact of a mother’s health on the household diet cannot be overstated, according to research from the Health Sponsorship Council.
Green prescription gets us moving
When a health professional prescribes written advice to be physically active, it makes a great difference to the patient's levels of activity.
Get the most out of your tea
Auckland University research has found the amount of antioxidants available in New Zealand teas is significantly higher than initially thought.
Supermarket for older shoppers
Britain’s first supermarket designed specifically for older people is about to open.
Ask the experts: Drinking during meals
I've heard that we shouldn't drink with, or straight after our meals – is this true?
Ask the experts: Dishwashing liquid and cancer
I have heard that dishwashing liquid can cause cancer, is this true?
5 fast meal ideas
These tasty meals can be whipped up in no time at all, and are sure to keep your taste buds happy!
Overcoming weight-loss roadblocks
Every day we are faced with food temptations that make it hard to stick to weight-loss goals - here are practical tips and strategies to help stay on-track.
