Diet

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Lose weight and keep it off long-term

As we age, our bodies become less efficient at burning calories, so we gain weight gradually even if we exercise regularly and eat the same. Before we know it, ...
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How much daily fluid do you need?

Good advice for the average person is to be guided by thirst – drink when you’re thirsty and avoid drinking if you’re not. There is no scientific evidence for t...
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Coeliac disease. Many cases undiagnosed

About 160,000 Australians have coeliac disease and don’t know it. Untreated it can lead to malnutrition, chronic poor health, osteoporosis, infertility, miscarr...
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Losing weight. Do it slowly

Have you noticed that crash ­diets don’t work? Rapid weight loss slows the ­metabolism and increases storage of fat. We also need time to establish new eating h...
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How much red meat?

Red meat contains 5 essential nutrients (iron, zinc, vitamin B12, omega 3 fats and protein) and should be eaten regularly. However it can be a source of ‘bad...
Chocolate, Chocolate Candy, Truffle Balanced Diet

Chocoholics’ guide to a balanced diet

If you are a chocoholic you'll undoubtably appreciate our take on how to easily achieve a balanced diet! The 5 food groups are: Dark chocolate Milk c...
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Butter or margarine?

The Heart Foundation recommends margarine over butter. Margarine has less ‘bad’ saturated fat and more healthy unsaturated fats and helps keep your cholester...

Are you getting enough iodine?

Australian research shows that 50 % of pregnant women are iodine deficient, which can affect the development of the foetal brain and lead to lower intelligence ...