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Are you a picky eater?
Picky eating in children is common – after all, it can take years to develop a sophisticated palate. But it is increasingly acknowledged that many adults have difficulty with a variety of exotic and not-so-exotic foods – like vegetables. Susanna Nelson looks at how picky eaters can stay healthy
Ethical eating
We’re told organic food will solve environmental problems, improve animal welfare and benefit our diet. But what does organic really mean and is it better for us? Alice Algie investigates the merits of an organic diet
Eating for two - New mums
Contrary to popular belief, there’s no need to drastically restrict your diet during pregnancy and cut out all the foods you love. In fact, as David Goding discovers, it’s important to eat a wide variety of foods to meet the nutritional demands of you and your baby
Food labelling: a case of natural selection?
How many times do you pick up a food product in a supermarket that claims to be 100 per cent ‘natural’? Whether for health or ethical reasons, organic and natural products sell – and food manufacturers know this. Susanna Nelson looks at the reliability of claims made on food packaging
Fishing for information
Fish is rich in omega-3, which boosts heart health. So how much do you need and are there other sources? Dietitian Sarina Lococo answers your questions
How should your diet change as you age?
How should your diet change as you age? Exercise and nutrition scientist Kathleen Alleaume gives a decade-by-decade breakdown of the best foods to guarantee you look and feel your best at every age
Healthy planet, healthy you
Ever wondered about the environmental impact of high protein eating plans? The vegan Eco-Atkins diet may be the answer for those of us who rank good health and environmental responsibility alongside weight loss, writes Susanna Nelson
How to host a healthy party
Healthy party food is an oxymoron, right? Not necessarily. Marisa Branscombe shows you how to serve nutritious food and drink at your next soiree
Make your BBQ sizzle
Forget the old-fashioned scorched snags in white bread smothered with `dead horse’, barbecues are now sophisticated alfresco soirees with healthy cuisine options, as Melanie Murphy discovered
Shy away from sugar
It can be difficult to stay away from refined sugar, especially if you have a sweet tooth. But as wellness coach Tamra Mercieca explains, there are healthy options that carry an array of nutritional benefits.
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