The supermarkets have been working hard since February to make absolutely sure you know that Easter is coming up, with chocolate eggs and bunnies, and hot cross buns of every variety exploding off the shelves.

Easter is a great time to get together with loved ones and enjoy some laughs and yummy food. But it’s important to not let the chocolate eggs, bunnies and buns take over your whole diet!

Christmas catch-ups, work parties, summer barbeques…. the temptations to overindulge at this time of year are endless!

In today’s world so many outside factors influence what, when and how much we eat.

Consider those occasions when you eat in front of the TV and before you know it, the packet of biscuits are gone. Eating fast, on the run, or whilst distracted by other activi­ties, can lead to eating more than you realise or need.

You have heard it before; breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, yet surprisingly more than half of Australians still regularly skip breakfast.

What’s in season this month? Here are a few bite-sized tips to use when shopping for fresh produce in August.

It is that time of year when we find ourselves more susceptible to the sniffles. Fight back with a diet high in antioxidants and key immunity strengthening nutrients to keep colds and the flu at bay.

Most of us try to make good choices when it comes to food. We know the benefits, not only will it help our long-term health and reduce risk of lifestyle-related illness (such as Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Heart Disease), but it greatly improves our short-term health and everyday quality of life.

Recently the new Australian Dietary Guidelines were released. Lots of chatter has been buzzing about these updates. Some individuals are disappointed that more emphasis has not been placed on the importance of certain foods or even the environmental costs of particular foods, while others feel it’s a valuable update that was necessary in our nutrition and food-obsessed society.

The supermarket can be a confusing place. With so many pre-packaged items available, how can you know what is a good product and what is one worth leaving on the shelf?

A new year means resolutions, and after the silly season, for many of us this often includes health related goals and improving eating habits.

Eating well throughout the day can really benefit your performance at work. In most workplaces, there is no time for lunch-time siestas! Therefore it’s important to make smart lunch choices.

Baked beans are a well-loved food item, popular with young and old alike. The good news is they’re very nutritious!

There’s been a lot of discussion lately about sugar, with some individuals blaming this single nutrient for the obesity crisis and a whole manner of life-style related illness.

It’s officially soup weather! Is there anything better than warming up with a nourishing bowl of soup on a cold evening?

Salmon is fantastically healthy, providing you with protein and a valuable dose of Omega-3 Fatty Acids (which help with inflammation and brain function).

Remember when you were a kid and would rush home from school hungry for an afternoon snack? This little meal would give you energy to play sport or do homework, and would tide you over until dinner.

When it comes to cooking oils, there are so many choices these days. It is important to be aware that not all oils are created equal. Understanding the nutritional properties and composition of different oils will help you make the best choice for your dish and your health.

Winter is almost upon us and with it comes the cold and flu season which has already begun to take its toll on employees, parents and caregivers. This can result in more employees having to take more sick days.

Eating healthy food doesn’t mean giving up your favourite foods. Your favourite recipes can be adapted easily to provide a healthier alternative.

Bone health is vital for living independent, active and healthy lives. With advancing age strong bones are vitally important to reduce the risk of falls and fractures that may occur due to weakened brittle bones, a condition known as osteoporosis.