Category: Diet & Food

While our common perception of celebrities is to think of them as flawless beings who have never had to deal with a rogue pimple in their life, the reality is they’re just like us and suffer through bad skin too, sometimes even worse thanks to the heavy makeup they need to wear for work and

I’m one of those people who really loves a good walk. I spent most of my adult life in Manhattan, where I walked everywhere. Now, as a travel writer, I find that walking around is really the best way to get to know the ins and outs of a new place. So when I was

At this point, you could probably rattle off the health benefits of kale in your sleep, and we’d hedge a bet you’ve got a recipe file full of superfood-laden meals. But the really exciting part? These nutritional winners are now stretching well beyond the kitchen and into your skincare products. The oils and extracts of

It’s the trendiest way to start the day, but is it possible we’ve taken the hot water a little too far? Here are the positive things we know: Squeezed lemon delivers a solid dose of cancer-fighting antioxidants and energy-boosting vitamin C. Plus, replacing sugar-packed juices and bottled teas with plain old lemon water is a great way to

This article was written by Allison Young and provided by our partners at Prevention. “Small steps are the key to changing your eating habits,” says Lippert. “If you do something that’s extreme, it’s tough to feel motivated to keep doing it.” And there’s plenty of research to back it up, with studies showing that those

Sure, you always intend on having a post-workout snack. But actually getting snacks to the gym without having them spoil, tip over, or just make a mess is easier said than done. Until now, that is. Pro nutrition coach Georgie Fear, shares the post-workout snacks that she keeps in her gym bag: Dried ApricotsRich in

There are things you can assume about your GP: they will have illegible handwriting and will be able to discuss the weather while simultaneously sliding a needle into your arm. But, according to doctor’s bible Australian Family Physician, you can’t always bet on them knowing the best ways to lose weight. “There’s a great deal

Can we get a big “ugh!” for the corporate lifestyle? Almost half of employees say they’ve put on weight at their present job, with women more likely than men to pile on the kilos. To help you achieve work-waist balance, we rounded up the most likely culprits—and the easiest solutions. Your Coworkers #1. The Junk-Food

Want to fight off the flu this winter? Researchers have found that consuming flavonoid-rich foods could help reduce the damage. Refresher: these include colourful foods and drinks like blueberries, capsicum, strawberries, citrus fruits, red wine and, yes, a big cup of black tea. While scientists have known for a while that flavonoid-rich foods could help bolster

Munch On Seaweed It’s good for more than wrapping your favourite salmon sushi roll! Danish researchers argue this tasty sea vegetable is high in essential amino acids, antioxidants and dietary fibre. While experts are encouraging food producers to use it in a range of packaged products, reap the benefits now by adding it to your

This hearty tomato soup makes a perfect comforting lunch or light winter dinner. Ingredients: 12 vine ripened tomatoes, peeled and seeded 1 scallion (spring onion), chopped 1 garlic clove, chopped 90 ml (3 fl oz) extra virgin olive oil 2 slices ciabatta, focaccia or sourdough bread, cubed 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon parmigiano reggiano, grated oregano leaves,

When it comes to food, I mix it up but always like to be healthy. I’ll have salads, vegetables, protein… I love so many cafes around Sydney – About Life has really great options. Even if I’m out at a restaurant or on holiday, I stay as healthy as possible, but then also have moments

Mother of four, Adrienne Osuna, showed off her 900g weight loss on Instagram 5 weeks ago but didn’t expect to get over 10,000 likes. Her side-by-side photos showed a loss of less than 1kg but she had completely transformed her body dropping 3 dress sizes. She captioned the post “I THANK GOD I didn’t let

Pair eggs with pasta  “One of my favorite ways to use eggs for dinner is in a healthier version of pasta carbonara. It’s so quick, easy, and delicious, and provides the perfect pairing of protein for satiety and complex carbs for comfort,” says nutritionist Karen Ansel. “I simply toss a small bowlful of cooked extra

Before: 170 After: 71 Before starting this journey, I battled weight issues my entire life. I tried to establish healthier habits through programs like Weight Watchers, but had no luck. Things worsened when I became pregnant in 2014 and started experiencing thyroid issues. Over the course of that pregnancy, I gained 125 pounds. When I had my

Ingredients 1 flathead fillet 2 tbs butter 2 garlic cloves – sliced 1 tbs capers – roughly chopped 1 handful mixed greens (including mint leaves) Juice of half a lemon   Dressing ½ ripe avocado 1 tsp seeded mustard 2 tbs lemon juice 6 tbs olive or avocado oil Splash apple cider vinegar Pinch sea

If you’re trying to lose weight, you’ve probably packed a Mason jar salad with a side of celery sticks for your midday meal more than once. But according to new research, your low-cal lunch might actually be working against you. A new study published American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that eating the bulk of your

Did you know that 9 out of 10 Aussie women aren’t eating the recommended amount of dairy each day? Boost your intake with delicious and easy recipes like this one! Ingredients 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 large eggplant, skin on 2 teaspoons of salt 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced 1 brown onion, chopped1-2

When it comes to bloating, some foods are obvious culprits. We all know that a salty bowl of ramen or a bean burrito will have our stomachs sticking out faster than you can say food baby. But what about those times when you feel like you’re eating healthy—yet you’re still retaining every drop of water

Not to be confused with French macarons (those perfect little meringues that are virtually impossible to make outside a professional pastry kitchen), these macaroons take inspiration from the coconut macaroons of Gordon Ramsay’s childhood, and taste like carrot cake.  Ingredients 200g unsweetened desiccated coconut 1½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground ginger ½ tsp freshly grated nutmeg 50g walnuts,