Nutrition

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Research

Your gut remembers every diet

After indulging over summer, many people look to fad diets for a quick reset, but this kind of yo-yo dieting may be doing more harm than you think

Sciences & Technology

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Research

What’s behind gluten sensitivity when coeliac tests are negative?

In the hunt for what's really behind non-coeliac gluten sensitivity (NCGS), new research suggests an integrated approach combining dietary modification with psychological support

Sciences & Technology

Chocolate that brings joy to your gut health and your tastebuds

As well as being a mood-boosting treat this Easter, chocolate can also be good for us, and researchers are working to make it even better for gut health

Environment

Switching meat and milk for plant-based copies misses vital nutrients

Computer modelling shows that swapping meat and milk for plant-based alternatives isn’t a simple switch when it comes to our health

Health & Medicine

Food Health Star labels are driving healthier products

Food labels are improving the nutrition of packaged products in Australia and New Zealand, but they must be compulsory to make a bigger difference

Sciences & Technology

Food to fight hidden hunger

University of Melbourne researchers are redesigning wheat to create healthier versions of one of the world’s favourite foods – bread

Health & Medicine

How to avoid food poisoning this festive season

Food poisoning is a terrible way to ruin the holidays, but there are some simple steps to help you stay safe and enjoy your favourite foods

Health & Medicine

Switching to a plant-based diet? Keep an eye on your micronutrients

Environmental and health concerns mean that many people are switching to a plant-based diet, but they can risk missing out on some key micronutrients

Health & Medicine

Nourishing old age

A lack of protein in the foods served at aged care centres is putting two-thirds of residents at risk of malnutrition, but research shows that simply improving the menu has big pay offs for everyone

Health & Medicine

Making the most of probiotics

It isn’t only the probiotics, but the way they are produced and the food we eat them with that are important for our health