Nutrition Tips
Wine, beer, spirits: Which alcohol has the lowest fat content?
We know alcohol isn’t great, but with party season upon us, it's difficult to cut back. Here's what should you be drinking, if you choose to drink at all.
The ‘healthy’ foods a nutritionist would never eat
While some self-proclaimed health experts claim certain foods are “healthy”, qualified dietitians don’t necessarily agree. Look out for these.
The anti-inflammatory foods that need to be part of your high rotation
It's a hot topic at the moment and anti-inflammatory eating is the latest trend - but what do we really know about inflammatory eating?
A dietitian explains why people are drinking chlorophyll
Apparently, it has powerful detoxifying and anti-inflammatory benefits, but this is what you need to know - before you get on board with this trend.
The eight food myths you need to stop believing
A dietitian weighs in on whether butter really is healthier than margarine, and if athletes should - or shouldn't - cut out carbs.
How many calories to eat at lunch if you want to lose weight
Researchers suggest eating 750 calories for lunch to lose weight, in miracle study for those who love to go to lunch.
Fish oil: Do you really need to take these supplements?
This is why - and why not - according to a dietitian.
Why am I so hungry all the time?
Because there's little worse than incessant hunger. You know, the type that leaves you thinking about nothing other than what you can eat - and when.
Natural sweeteners to add to your coffee - that aren't sugar
Step right up and say hello to your new, refined sugar-free condiments.
Do these popular diet foods actually work?
Some of these foods can work successfully as part of a sustainable weight loss program, while others may be doing you more harm than good.
How to talk to a loved one about their weight - constructively
"In my early teens, my family confronted me about my growing ‘weight problem'. Needless to say, it didn't go down well."
Is sriracha actually good for you?
The rooster-bottled sauce with its iconic green cap gets the once over from a dietitian.
Are smoothies for breakfast a healthy choice?
Before you blend (and snap) your breakfast, this is how to make sure it is a well-balanced and satiating option.
This is actually how much protein you need a day
You know protein is a non-negotiable, but this is exactly how much you should be eating, according to a dietitian.
A nutritionist shares her top 10 foods for detoxing
Kick-starting your system and ridding your body of toxins could be as simple as eating - or drinking - one of these.
What slim people eat for breakfast
You've heard it before and you’ll hear it again: breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and eating it could help battle the bulge and manage it...
Is full fat dairy actually good for you?
This is what you need to know before you order your morning coffee.
Working late? This is exactly what you should have for dinner
Just because you had to work late doesn’t mean you can’t have a healthy, nourishing dinner. Here’s how to make sure your meal stacks up, according to...
Jessica Sepel: “I still have anxiety around food, weight and body image”
“I have spent the last few years in therapy trying to heal this and have come a very long way. But I am absolutely still healing.”
What a Victoria's Secret model eats when she has to wear a crop top
Do you organise your outfits based on what you’re planning to eat?
Alcohol vs soft drink: what is actually better?
Is subbing out your Friday after-work wine for a lemon, lime and bitters really a good idea?
The simple food swaps that will help you lose weight
Have you ever considered replacing cider with beer, or battered fish with salmon? This is why you should.
A dietitian tells us exactly what the perfect breakfast looks like
Whether you have two, 10 or 30 minutes to prepare.
Could getting healthy be as simple as drinking juice every day?
Food fads come and go, but the benefits of drinking juice have been recognised for centuries. We take a look at why juice holds such enduring popularity an...
Would you drink mushroom tonic?
Sounds gross but this powder is packed with antioxidants and could be on its way to a smoothie near you.
Are you a compulsive overeater?
Bingeing when you're stressed, tired or sad can leave you feeling lonely and like you've lost control. But this is a habit you can manage.
The 20 minute dinners you need to add to your weekly rotation
'Delicious and nutritious' is the tagline for these quick and easy recipes.
5 ways your kitchen could be sabotaging your weight loss
Could it really be as simple and straightforward as this?
10 diet tips and tricks that are backed by science and research
Every day there are headlines screaming the benefits of various diet and exercise regimes, but if you're looking for something that works - this is it.
This is the most common food in celebrity diets
It's fresh, inoffensive and the best part? You probably already have it in your fridge.
Why you shouldn’t feel guilty for eating peanut butter on toast for breakkie
Let's be honest. Most of us wouldn’t deem peanut butter a 'health food' - however far you might stretch that term...
Five metabolism-boosting ingredients you probably already have in your fridge
It could be as simple as fixing a cup of green tea - or drinking a glass of water.
Four meat-free ways to get enough iron in your diet, according to a doctor
“If you’re a vegetarian, how do you get your iron?”, said everyone, ever.
How I lost 20kg – when I stopped dieting
"I used to be a compulsive dieter, emotional eater and was 20kg overweight. I would have done anything to lose weight. For one week, I ate nothing exc...
Is almond milk actually good for you?
A dietician gave us the skinny on the creamy plant-based alternative, and you might be surprised with what she has to say.
Five foods that make you tired
Exhausted? It could have nothing to do with how much you're sleeping, and everything to do with what you're eating.
Is this the end of the road for paleo?
It's one of the most divisive diets of all time, but has the controversy impacted the popularity of paleo?
This will undermine your health despite what you eat
The one thing that's sabotaging your metabolism.
The five foods you should never eat again
A nutritionist rounds up the foods that you should never put in your cart - let alone your body.
“How ditching the scales helped me lose weight”
The bathroom scales became a symbol of Cat Rodie's yo-yoing dieting and body image issues, here's how she freed herself of them.
How this one ingredient could be sabotaging your health goals
It's in almost everything and it's near impossible to avoid but this is how one sneaky additive could be ruining all your hard work.
How to tell if your smoothie will help you lose weight
It could all come down to one small factor, which you might have overlooked.
Charcoal and turmeric: Kim and Lara share their favourite wellness ingredients
Which would you prefer?
Five easy ways to reduce your sugar intake
It might seem like an overwhelming task but Jacqueline Alwill shares a step-by-step guide that can totally overhaul your diet.
A dietitian rates what top celebrities have for breakfast
What’s a better way to start the day? Eating eggs like Alessandra Ambrosio or scrambled tofu a la Lea Michele.
How to fake your way to a fast metabolism
We all know a quick-moving metabolism is a good thing, and these easy tips will have your metabolism moving faster than Usain Bolt.
What Gigi Hadid eats for breakie will surprise you
Starting the day the model way is actually quite delicious.
A nutritionist tells us how she beats the 3pm slump
Beating the mid-afternoon sugar-low is actually a lot simpler than you might have realised.
Things only those with a complicated coffee order will understand
“Large takeaway three-quarter decaf extra hot almond milk with two equals, thanks”
The one ingredient that's wreaking havoc on your sex life
You know it's not good for you, but it's not great for your relationship, either.
This is exactly what a healthy meal looks like
Find out if a dietician would give your dinner a tick of approval.
Would you have a healthy hens?
Don't roll your eyes. Here's what you need to know about the new wellness-meets-weddings trend.
The five best yoga poses to ease period pain
Instead of eating your feelings next time you’re riding the crimson wave, try stretching them out instead.
This is what the "fittest woman on earth" eats every day
Hint: her shopping cart consists of lots of eggs, avocados and leafy greens.
The single ingredient in your pantry that is worse than sugar
Before you tuck into that plate of deep fried deliciousness, you need to read this.
The best foods (and drink) for burning fat
Dietitian Kate DiPrima sorts through the science to find the foods that will boost your metabolism.
What those with coeliac disease wish you knew
An especially hot-headed coeliac explores the misconceptions of ‘gluten-free’ diets.
Why you should try food ‘nudging’
Changing eating habits could be as easy as changing the location of your food.
10 most underrated superfoods
It seems these days the more exotic sounding the food the better it is but more often than not it's the foods right under our nose that pack a punch
Jamie Oliver's big plan to save your kids
Jamie Oliver is determined to combat the obesity crisis faced by Aussie kids. He shares his plans with Lizza Gebilagin.
Why you should eat turmeric
There's more to turmeric than spicing up a curry. Research shows it has many benefits and may help ward off dementia and reduce your risk of cancer.
Red meat, eggs, dairy: Do we need to stop demonising fats?
Fats have been cast as the bad guys for 40 years, but could red meat, eggs and full-cream dairy be the ticket to better living?
Why are the Americans trying to make watermelon pizza a thing?
Australia, we really need to talk to America about this.
Accidentally vegan foods
You will almost not believe no animals were harmed in the making of these foods.
7 healthy lunches to try this week
If you're often stuck for what to have for lunch most days, these 7 suggestions should make you very happy indeed...
10 underrated herbs and spices and their health benefits
Your spice rack and herb garden is full of untapped health benefits
10 breakfasts that won't leave you starving by lunch
Tasty breakfasts that will keep you from having mid-morning tummy rumbles
Seven foods to boost memory
Forgetful? Want to improve your brain power? Add these memory enhancing foods to your diet.
5 foods women should have every day
Broccoli’s benefits are well known, but did you know that fennel is “a woman’s best friend”?
Is sweet potato toast the most important food trend of 2016?
Seriously, how didn't we think of sweet potato toast earlier?
10 foods you shouldn't give up
Accredited practising dietitian Geraldine Georgeou outlines the 10 foods you shouldn't give up (and yes, chocolate is one of them!).
9 foods we should eat but don't
Every time you throw away a prawn head or discard that banana peel, you’re missing out on a whole host of super-healthy nutrients.
Would you pay for a "deconstructed coffee"?
Is Melbourne's new coffee trend one hipster step too far? Writes Olivia Lambert...
6 foods we don't eat enough of but should
We know about the foods we should ease up on but what about the foods we need to have more of? Nutritionist Lisa Guy says you need to rediscover these...
body+soul’s top breakfast food ideas
The best way to start your day is with a good healthy breakfast. Make the right food choices at breakfast and you’ll maintain your energy levels througho...
That time I paid $7 for 'healing' dirt tea
Jessica Vander Leahy gets real about the unexpected benefits of mushroom tea.
The truth about eating avocado seeds
We've all seen the videos about grating, blitzing and baking avocado seeds to make it easier to add them to our favourite dishes. But before we put in the ...
Kalettes, Jicama, Kapia Peppers: Unusual vegetables you should be eating
Bored by regular veggies? Try these unusual palate pleasers
How to beat cravings: Expert-tested strategies
From playing Tetris to tapping your forehead (seriously), we round up the expert-tested strategies
Why eating chocolate is good for your health
The research continues to flood in suggesting that the delicious dark stuff may in fact be good for us
Do you really need to quit sugar?
It’s been touted as a modern evil – here’s how you should handle the sweet stuff
Healthy fats to include in your diet: Chia, avocado, olive oil, nut butter
Naturopath Rebecca Warren explains how the once-shamed macronutrient is no longer the enemy
Does taking Instagram photos of your food make it taste better?
New research suggests taking a picture of your plate could actually make your food tastier
