Should I fast on night shift? If you’re a shift worker, when and how often you eat plays a big role in staying healthy. This is because our internal body clock turns different body functions on or off depending on the time of day. As digestion is dialled down overnight, so do the processes involved in moving the carbohydrates we eat into our cells for energy. Learn how to time your meals and snacks for staying healthy as a shift worker.
Read MoreWhen it comes to shift work, prioritising healthy habits can be a challenge. Understanding the science behind how and when our body uses food can help us to eat the right foods at the right time and stop late night shifts from sabotaging your health. Here are our top tips to stay healthy as a shift worker.
Read MoreBeing “hangry” (angry because you’re hungry) describes the short tempered state many people feel when they are overdue for a feed or have not eaten enough. Understanding the science behind why we get hangry can help us plan our day to ensure we do not leave ourselves vulnerable to this diet-driven state of anger.
Read MoreWant to treat yourself on a Sunday morning (or any day of the week) without going all-out? This recipe is perfect for you. It may look too good to be healthy, but each serve of this recipe gets you 7g of gut-loving fibre and 200 mg of calcium for strong healthy bones.
Read MoreCarbohydrates have unfairly been demonised for a long time now, often labelled the enemy to our dieting and weight loss efforts. A sandwich or some pasta seems to be served right alongside a plate full of guilt. So, are carbs really that bad for us?
Read MoreLooking for a quick and easy meal prep solution? These simple sweet potato muffins provide the perfect balance of slow-releasing carbohydrates with protein to keep you feeling fuller for longer.
Are vegetables good for me? We cover five of the lesser-known reasons why vegetables are so important and share our favourite simple recipes to get started.
Read MoreFeel like pizza? Look no further than these Quick Veggie Pizzas which give you more gut-loving fibre and slow-release carbohydrates but less saturated fat than your typical takeaway pizza.
Read MoreMindful eating is a skill we can practice to create a healthy, enjoyable and satisfying relationship with food. It involves paying attention to our food and eating without judgement. Mindful eating helps us enjoy our food more and reconnect with our body’s internal hunger and satiety signals.
Read MoreA simple make-ahead breakfast for those of us who have little time in the mornings or prefer the extra sleep in. This recipe stars chia seeds which are packed full of healthy fats and soluble fibre for a healthy heart and happy gut. Between the chia and the milk, 1 serve of this will provide 310 mg of calcium and not to mention a whole lot of flavour!
Read MoreRestrictive diets are notorious for giving us instant results on the scales. The downside? They are generally not sustainable and more often than not, they result in regaining the weight, plus interest! Instead, focus on small sustainable changes which fit into your lifestyle.
After a dish that ticks all the boxes for a healthy heart? This “hearty” salad packed with good fats and soluble fibre is for you!
Read MoreDo you find healthy eating unrealistic with a tight budget? We don’t blame you! When it comes to our weekly shop, there are a few culprit myths that lead us to spend more money than we would like. Which one of these is preventing you from saving extra dollars at the supermarket?
Read MoreWith restrictions easing and rules relaxing out of lockdown, we have put together our guide to building the perfect picnic platter to enjoy with friends.
Read MoreDuring exam time, keeping your concentration, memory and energy levels in tip-top shape is important. If optimising your study performance is a priority, use our tips to take advantage of the power of food and gain that nutrition edge!
Read MoreAre you a chronic breakfast skipper and always short on time in the morning? This quick and easy overnight oats recipe is for you!
Read MoreA positive relationship with food, exercise and your body is a trifecta to be celebrated. And considering Women’s Health Week is a week for celebrating all you female wonders out there, let’s talk about how we can take the first steps to nourish your relationship with them.
Read MoreSpring is well and truly here so we suggest you jump into the ‘spring’ of things and enjoy the abundance of fresh produce becoming available now. Did you know that by selecting ingredients and recipes around the what is in season, you reap a number of benefits? Read on to find out more.
Feeling inspired by the start of Spring, we bring you a new salad recipe including a mouthwatering combination of seasonal ingredients.
Read MoreWhat is a low salt diet? How much sodium should we be eating? and how do I avoid bland food while keeping the salt down? We cover all this and more in our latest blog post.
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