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The Heart Foundation's updated guidelines: explained

Is permeate is bad for you? Does dairy cause mucus? Is reduced fat better? We sort the facts from the fiction.

Spring has sprung and the markets are awash with the vibrant colours of spring produce. Red, purple, orange and green - the spring palette has something to please everyone’s palate!

What are alternative sweeteners? Are they necessary to manage diabetes and is there is any relationship between weight loss and the use of alternative sweeteners?

Full fat, skimmed, soy, A2 - how do you know which type of milk is the right choice for you?

Are you training for a run? Follow these top diet tips to maximise your performance on the big day.

Follow these top tips for reducing the salt in your diet without losing the flavour factor.

When your body is functioning well your hormones help regulate your appetite. Shift work and a lack of sleep can upset this balance.

Bloating, gas, diarrhoea and constipation can all be signs of bowel cancer. The GOOD news is that 98% of bowel cancer cases can be treated successfully if found early - which is why screening is so important.

Five tips to keep you healthier during the colder months.

Does eating food cause you some anxiety? Make you depressed or feel ashamed? If the answer is yes, you are not alone

This Heart Health Week why not take the time to think about how you can give your heart a little extra love.

For many women reaching midlife and menopause can seem daunting. But it doesn't have to be. It can be a great opportunity to have a better focus on yourself and re-assess your overall health. We explain how.

Easter can be a tricky holiday to navigate as a person living with diabetes. Try these tips and enjoy Easter the healthy way

Hot Australian summers are the perfect setting for a barbeque (BBQ) with friends and family. Wow your guests with these top tips for a fresh, colourful and healthy spread?

It’s 2019, a new year and a fresh start. As festivities start to wind down there is time to catch your breath and focus on you and your health. This shouldn’t be a fleeting thought nor should it be something that only lasts a month or two. Think bigger than a new year’s resolution, think healthy habits!

Find out how paying full attention and awareness to the food you eat can have a big impact on the type and amount of food you choose

You can use this symbol to compare similar food products and help them choose the healthiest option.

Give yourself the best chance at succeeding with your weight management goals with these five tips

A closer look at exactly how the Health Star Rating on our food products is calculated

Winter weather can have an effect on your mood but what you eat can make a difference. Find out more about the impact the food you eat can have on your mood.

When you look after someone else, it’s easy to forget to look after yourself. Try these quick and easy meals to keep you, and those you care for, healthy and energised

Healthy eating on a budget really comes down to being savvy and planning ahead.

Fish oil is one of the most widely taken supplements in Australia, but does it really help prevent heart attacks and strokes?

Are media claims about this research study into the impact of milk on type 2 diabetes really true?

Gut health is making lots of headlines at the moment and unlike a lot of fads, there's some good evidence behind this topic.

Cravings can strike at any time, and when they do, it can feel like a battle of willpower.

June 11-17 marks Men’s Health Week where we look at men’s health overall and the different ways men can keep healthy, physically and emotionally.

Everyone in Australia living with diabetes is entitled to five visits every 12 months with Allied Health practitioners.

Sedentary behaviour and overeating throughout winter can have a big impact on your weight and wellbeing. Here are four easy ways to stay on track and avoid unnecessary weight gain.

New research by CSIRO shows Australians are not eating the right types, or the right quantity of protein for healthy weight loss.

With all the various types, like Greek and liquid yoghurts, and ones with added fruits and probiotics, how do you know which one is healthiest?

Staying active on a regular basis will not only mean less frequent highs, but it will also reduce the risk of diabetes related complications in the future.

Not all fats are made equally, so it’s important to choose or make foods with the healthiest fats.

There are a lot of myths and rumours about certain foods and their effect on your medication or diabetes management. We take a look at three of the most commonly cited and give you our verdict.

While our energy levels are affected by other factors including stress, sleep and our environment, our diet can have a big impact on the amount of bounce in your step each day.

Easter can be a challenging time for managing blood glucose levels. Here are our tips for balancing your diabetes management while still enjoying the holiday.

Easter can be a stressful time for people living with diabetes,so we’ve put together some suggestions so you feel on top of your diabetes and can enjoy yourself.

Meal planning and preparation can help you get a good mix of nutrition and save you money, time and stress.

What if I told you there was a pill you could take that would universally decrease your risk of weight gain, coronary heart disease, stroke, and multiple forms of cancer, all with little to no side effects?

Nutrient claims can be a little confusing, making it hard to tell which products are healthy and which aren't. Here's our guide to finding the hidden sugar on food labels.

Sleep is vital to many of our bodily functions and with an estimated 45% of Australian’s suffering from inadequate sleep, it's something worth paying attention to.

We’ll set the record straight and bust some common myths about carbs to help point you in the right direction.

It seems every week a new fad diet is launched and it can be confusing to work out what actually makes up a healthy diet. Try going back to basics and building up from there to make sure you’re getting all the nutrients you need.

The Mediterranean diet is associated with living a longer life and a decreased risk of health problems.

Accredited Practising Dietitian Mellissa Hay takes us through the tips and tricks to finding information quickly on food labels.

Discerning whether a food product is healthy, or just sounds healthy, is the key to making better choices for you and your family.

Brushing your teeth is an essential part of your dental routine, but do you know what the best foods for your teeth are?

Eating out is an enjoyable part of life, and having diabetes shouldn’t stop you from sharing a meal with family and friends.

When cutting back the kilojoules, ensure that you do it in a way that is safe and sustainable. In many cases it doesn’t have to be big changes, it just has to be consistent.

One way you can achieve a healthier weight and an all-around healthier lifestyle is by cooking. Eating more home cooked meals means you tend to eat smaller portions and ultimately consume less kilojoules, fat, sugar and salt.

We don’t just eat when we are hungry. For some of us, eating is a way of coping with unpleasant feelings, like stress, anxiety and depression.

Accredited Practising Dietitian Karissa Woolfe imparts her tips on how to eat, drink and maintain a healthy relationship with food over the holiday season.

When thinking about nutrition it’s helpful to use analogies, such as talking about the body as if it were a car. Here we can think of the role of glucose as our ‘petrol’ and our metabolism as a car’s revs.

It is often inevitable that with celebrating comes food…and lots of it! By making some healthier choices these holiday don't have to have a big impact on your waistline or diabetes management.

Did you know Australians throw out 20% of the food they buy? Follow these tips to minimise food waste at home which can benefit your health and your wallet!

We take a look a look at five of the most popular gluten-free products trending among foodies.

Ever wondered which is better: butter or margarine? Dark chocolate or milk chocolate? Full-cream or low-fat dairy? We’ve sized up the saturated fat content to reveal which are the healthiest.

Check out these great ideas and recipes to change up the menu at your next BBQ

There is no one size fits all when it comes to weight loss. The best advice is find a healthy eating regime that you can stick to.

Our tips for men's health overall and the different ways men can keep healthy, physically and emotionally.

Living with diabetes shouldn't stop you from enjoying Easter. People may raise their eyebrows at you when you're eating an easter egg, but the truth is you can eat anything that other people can, just not the same amount.

In Australia one person suffers a stroke every 10 minutes. To help lower your risk of high blood pressure and stroke try these five simple foodie swaps.

Diabetes and depression share some of the same symptoms such as fatigue, sleep problems, difficulty concentrating. Here are our tips to help you manage your mental health and diabetes.

Macronutrients – carbohydrates, protein and fats – are the essential building blocks of everyone’s diet. Eating these in the right proportions is important for people living with type 2 diabetes,

New research suggests a diet low in gluten may increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

When we want to make healthy changes, often the biggest hurdle is changing everything all at once. Try these five simple ideas and take positive steps towards better health.

Here are some tips on how to minimise the risk of a hypo when trick-or-treating on foot, and float through Halloween feeling positive, without the hyper.

Having diabetes does not mean you need to give up all your favourite foods and treats.