Health and Fitness Articles

Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is currently considering a proposal to make the Health Star Rating mandatory across much of the packaged food supply in Australia and New Zealand. Here's our response.

Ever feel hungry an hour after eating? The problem isn't always how much you're eating, but what you're eating. Here's the science of satiety and how to build meals that keep you satisfied for hours.

Protein has become one of the most talked about nutrients in nutrition, but can you actually eat too much? Here's what the research says about how much protein you really need, which common myths don't...

Calories matter, but they aren't the whole story. Learn why prioritising protein, fibre and whole foods is a more sustainable approach to weight management than counting every calorie.

Think your meal replacement is healthy? Think again. Many are packed with cheap fillers, artificial sweeteners and long ingredient lists that don't support your goals. Here's what to look for, and what to avoid, when...

The idea that offering a bit of meat at dinner or some fortified cereal occasionally will cover their needs is pretty common but the reality is, toddlers need relatively high amounts of iron for growth,...

Late-night snacking is one of the most common eating habits going around. And it's rarely about willpower. Here's what's actually driving it, and how to break the cycle for good.

Cravings are real signals, but they rarely point to a single missing nutrient. They sit at the crossroads of biology, mood, sleep, and habit. Here’s what each type of craving can and can’t tell you.

A craving usually isn't a willpower problem. It's your body (or your brain) sending a signal. So how do you tell the difference and how do you escape the craving trap.