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Is quick, cheap food killing us?

Is quick, cheap food killing us? The rise of cheap fast food means that dinner has never been more convenient – but the cost to Aussie families is proving
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Gut reactions: how dietary fibre interacts with the microbiome

Gut reactions: how dietary fibre interacts with the microbiome The food we eat, particularly plant-based fibre, influences the composition and metabolic activity of the dense and diverse microbial community living
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Top trio: 3 must-have foods

From healthy hair to improved memory – add the Top Trio: 3 must-have foods to your weekly shopping list. Published in the Wellness section of the HESTA superfund magazine
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Veggie Fiesta Tofu Stirfry – The APD Cookbook

  “Veggie Fiesta Tofu Stirfry – The APD Cookbook” (2017) is a collation of recipes from dietitians across Australia. Enjoy one of Katherine Baqleh’s favourite recipes on page 13
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DAIRY fat and cardiovascular disease risk

Study sheds light on dairy fat and cardiovascular disease risk Published on Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health (25.10.2016) Until recently, when you visited the dairy aisle, chances are
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Eat your heart out (of trouble)

Eat your heart out (of trouble) Published in Nursing Review Magazine (Oct 11, 2016)  A diet high in Omega-3 fatty acids and low in salt can help decrease the
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Power of Mushrooms

For a healthier life, enjoy the power of mushrooms. Just 3 mushrooms a day (100g) is enough to enjoy great nutrition and health benefits.  Mushrooms are a powerhouse of
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Eggs and peanuts early in infants’ diets

Introduce eggs and peanuts early in infants’ diets to reduce the risk of allergies Written by Merryn Netting and Katie Allen (21.09.2016) In the 1970s, when we were in school,
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Fuel Your Mental Health

Published in ‘Australian Hospital + Healthcare’ magazine: “Your mood and stress levels are affected by both the type and amount of food that you eat. Without enough of the right foods, it
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Plate Size and Portion Distortion

Plate Size and Portion Distortion The bigger the plate, the more you serve yourself.  It is the eye that eats. In the Journal of the Association for Consumer Research,