What are Preservatives, Flavour Enhancers and Food Colours?

It sounds like we are reading from a chemistry book! But all of the above are found in processed foods purchased from the supermarket. What...

What are ‘Good’ Fats & What are ‘Bad’ Fats?

I thought all fats were bad? We actually do need fat in our daily diet.  Fat provides a concentrated source of energy, it’s essential for...

Healthy Nibbles Platter

Ingredients Pita Bread Rice crackers (plain or seaweed) 2 carrots 1 red capsicum (or yellow 2-3 stalks of celery 1 punnet cherry tomatoes a...

The Enticing Fast Food Descriptions – Don’t Let the Words Fool...

In the busy lives we lead more and more people are relying on grabbing a meal on the run from fast food outlets.  Many...

Understanding Food Labels

We all know we need to eat healthy well balanced meals and the food packed onto supermarket shelves promises us they are ‘healthy’, ‘low...

Weight Loss Snacks

A piece of fruit and pot of low fat yogurt Rice crackers and plain hummus Protein bar A piece of fruit 10-12 raw...

What are the ‘Food Groups’?

‘Food Groups’ is a way of classifying foods according to the nutrients they provide.  In New Zealand the four food groups are: Breads and...

Staying Fit and Healthy Over The Holiday Season

Taking time out is so important to de-stress and re-energise the body and mind, however for some people not having a structured day can...

What are Superfoods?

What does the term ‘Superfood’ mean? There is actually no official definition of the term ‘superfood’.  It has simply been applied to foods that provide...

Are you ‘Too Dressy’ or ‘Too Saucy’?

If so, you could be adding extra, unwanted calories to your meals. A healthy and nutritious meal can be altered dramatically, making it laden with...

How Does Alcohol Affect Your Body?

We are all aware of how alcohol can affect us.  I‘ve heard people say things like: “A couple of drinks at the end of...

Diet Conscious Snacks – What are they really?

When shopping for healthy snacks some items come readily to mind: yoghurt, nuts, muesli bars, or something sweet like a muffin or diet soft...

“How Long Do I Have To Keep This Up For?”

I was talking with a friend in the weekend that has just started to watch what they eat and do some exercise in order...

Staying Hydrated – Powerful reasons to drink more water

Did you know that your body is about 60-70% water! Your body needs approximately eight glasses (2 litres) of water each day to keep hydrated...

Just Juicing for Health

“Taking care of your body should be your greatest priority if you expect a long and healthy life.  I encourage you to get into...

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