Tag: Food

Policy changes can help ease roadblocks to a healthy diet: Review examines factors that influence diet and strategies that can lead to improvement

Diet modification can be a vital step to prevent cardiovascular disease. While various biological, economical, physical, social and psychological factors influence food choices, interventions targeting these factors can lead to meaningful improvements in long-term eating habits, according to a review paper published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. Research has consistently

4 Eating Habits That Are Messing With Your Sleep

Just like a healthy diet and regular physical activity, sleep is critical for a healthy body and mind. Waking un-refreshed and feeling exhausted throughout the day can leave you feeling blah and impact mood, function, food choice and overall productivity. Unfortunately, a good night’s sleep isn’t necessarily a given and what we do during the

7 Of The Best Healthy Snacks, According To A Nutritionist

Snacking often gets a bad rap, as it’s associated with overeating, boredom and procrastination. However, the right kind of snacks can actually benefit health and be the necessary fuel for a productive day ahead. Ideally a snack will contain a source of protein, complex carbs and also healthy fats, if you can also sneak in

This Could Be The Next Big Trend In Gut Health Friendly Food

Put down the sauerkraut and step away from the kombucha – there’s a brand new trend in gut health boosting foods, but you might not want to hear it. Edible insects. They’ve long been heralded as the protein-rich, environmentally friendly, meat-alternative of the future, but new research has discovered their positive benefits for human microbiome.

What Happens To The Body When Your Diet Derails At The Weekend

Chances are, if you’re Googling ‘what to do if you break your diet’, your health plans derailed a bit. You’re only human. First things first, it’s important to remember life is about balance, and so a weekend spent eating your very favourite food really isn’t the end of the world. In fact, it’s good for the soul.

Elle Macpherson Swears By The Alkaline Diet For Glowing Skin

At the height of her career, Elle Macpherson was dubbed ‘The Body’ due to her supermodel proportions. The Australian business mogul has always been open about the hard work and discipline she puts in to maintain her shape, and now the 54-year-old is speaking candidly about how why she decided to overhaul her diet.  “I started to put on

5 Of The Biggest, Science-Backed Health Benefits Of Ginger

We’re already a fan of this super root when it comes to spicing up stir fries, but did you know that ginger has plenty of uses that go beyond the delicious? From reducing period pain to settling sore stomachs – here are five of the biggest, science-backed benefits of ginger.  1. It can help significantly reduce period pain

'I Switched From 3 Big Meals A Day To 6 —And Lost 18Kg'

Growing up, I was always an active person: I played a sport every season in high school, all while eating whatever I wanted—ice cream, cakes, cookies, you name it—whenever I wanted. That athleticism is why I joined the Air Force as soon as I turned 17—but, in 2013 everything changed. I had two back-to-back accidents

Experts Say This Anti-Acne Diet Will Banish Breakouts For Good

You’ve probably heard that eating certain foods can make your acne ten times worse (sup, pizza!). But according to new research, it’s time to put this theory to bed. “Fried foods are often linked to blemishes as people think they cause greasy skin,” explains Pam Smyrnios, beauty and Makeup educator at The Masters Institute of Creative Education. “But

This Is the Best Starbucks Frappuccino You Can Order

Whether you like to walk on the wild side with the unofficial Starbucks secret menu or keep things classic with official orders only, there are plenty of frappuccinos to try. These blended drinks pack plenty of flavor (and sugar), and come in a practically endless number of varieties. But if you’re wondering which one is

6 Foods That Are Secretly Ruining Your Teeth

To coincide with Dental Health Week kicking off August 6, Dr Peter Chuang from the Australian Dental Association Oral Health Committee shares his insights about the drinks that are secretly ruining your teeth. For the most part, the old adage still stands: you are what you eat. In this day and age, with all the information

Orange a day keeps poor eyesight away, says new research

An orange a day keeps bad eyesight away according to new research. People who regularly eat one orange per day slash their chances of developing macular degeneration by more than 60%. The incurable disease, a painless eye condition that leads to the gradual loss of vision, is the most common cause of sight loss in