Tag: Food

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

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

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

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.

Which leggings should I wear to F45? Almond milk or full cream with my flat white? Is dropping the ‘kind’ from the ‘regards’ in my email response too pass ag? What am I going to buy for my brother’s girlfriend’s dog’s first birthday present? Yep, it feels like our days are an endless stream of

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.

More than 100,000 people were sickened by food-related illness outbreaks between 2009 and 2015, according to a new analysis by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). And the food that made more people sick than any other? Chicken. It was confirmed as the cause of more than 3,000 (about 12%) of those

The first-ever statewide survey of Minnesota food-shelf users uncovered important information about a population whose voices are rarely represented in research. A survey of 4,250 users from 188 food shelves revealed both a demand for healthier foods, such as fruits and vegetables, as well as confidence for cooking with these foods at home. This data

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

As summer winds down, parents and children are preparing for the start of the school year, but for children with food allergies, heading to school for the first time can come with significant stress and anxiety. When a child is at school, they’re away from the watchful eye of their parents—those who can best control

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

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

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

The reason why some people find it so hard to resist finishing an entire bag of chips or bowl of candy may lie with how their brain responds to food rewards, leaving them more vulnerable to overeating. In a study with children, researchers found that when certain regions of the brain reacted more strongly to

You know the symptoms, you’ve heard the horror stories, and chances are you or someone you know has dealt with food poisoning at some point. Food poisoning looks a lot like this.  | iStock/Getty Images If you’ve gone your whole life without getting a foodborne illness, then you probably fall into three categories: You’re very lucky;

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

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

Your kitchen could be filled with all the essentials you can think of, but you might find yourself wishing a specific gadget existed to make your life a bit easier. Thanks to Amazon, you can pretty much find any item you had in mind (or didn’t even realize you needed). And when you have an

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

Macaroni and cheese gets a bad rap for being an unhealthy indulgence — especially when referring to the canned or boxed variety. On the outside, macaroni and cheese is just cheese and carbs, but dive a little deeper, and you’ll find that America’s favorite comfort food has some surprising health benefits. While you probably shouldn’t