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We are well aware that soft drinks aren’t great for health. But when they are so widely available and affordable (and possibly addictive), they can be hard to resist. There has been much talk about taxing sugary drinks. And with that talk comes much scepticism and concerns for an impending ‘nanny state’. Yet it turns … Continued

Find yourself reaching for the sweet stuff, even though you’ve just eaten? Or you think you are full but wanting a nibble only an hour later? Well, a little planning can go a long way in keeping those pesky hunger pangs and sugar cravings at bay. Here are a few things to consider. Make healthy … Continued

It is pretty common knowledge breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. Following 12-16 hours of resting the digestive system, people across the globe break the overnight fast with a meal to kick start their day. What we choose to eat at this time is important. It can influence energy, focus, and performance, … Continued

Dental health and consuming too much added sugar are intrinsically linked. And the adverse impact on our pearly whites is very real and very preventable. Day-to-day, children and adults alike around the globe contend with discomfort, pain, and cost associated with dental caries, gum inflammation and losing teeth. Good dental hygiene is a must for maintaining … Continued

Reducing intake of added sugars, especially those higher in fructose, can quickly result in significant health benefits. Keep in mind we are not talking about naturally occurring sugars in whole foods like fruit, but sugars and sweeteners added to foods and drinks, and sugars naturally present in honey, syrups, fruit juices and fruit juice concentrates.1 … Continued

Sugar cravings can come on hard and fast. Despite the best of intentions and that almighty, yet elusive, willpower, it can be hard to resist. You have a little, which turns into a lot, and that limit of 6 teaspoons of added sugar per day has been forgotten. Well, friends, do not fret. The occasional … Continued

A follower touched base asking for advice on how much of the sweet stuff we should be feeding our kids. As a result, we thought it’d be handy to share some info on this. To begin with, it is important to remember recommendations are a limit, not a target – no one needs added sugar. … Continued

When attempting to live a healthier lifestyle, it easy to find yourself thinking you’ve ‘fallen off the band wagon’ or that many ‘diets’ seem so extreme they look an impossible mountain to climb. When it seems so hard, why bother? Eating and living well is worthwhile for short and long-term health benefits. Think increased energy, … Continued

It is Thursday night; the end of the work week is near, and it is well and truly dinner time. You need food, pronto. Most of us enjoy the quick and tasty offerings from a local takeaway. Many also live mere minutes (or a phone call) away from a wonderful world of cuisine choice. Some … Continued

What we eat can play a part in determining our mental health. In short, food impacts mood. In recently released research, it was found men who consumed high amounts of added sugar were more likely to experience a mental disorder, such as depression or anxiety, after 5 years.1 The study, published in Nature, observed the … Continued

The Health Star Ratings (HSR) system, used here in Australia to determine whether a packaged food is ‘healthy’ or not, has been under a lot of scrutiny. Various factors, such as voluntary use and not accounting for the quality of the product or its ingredients, mean the product’s healthiness as indicated by the ratings is … Continued