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Superfruit 101: What is Jackfruit
Aug 07, 2019
It's been praised as a "sustainable vegan meat replacement" and is poised to become this year's biggest food craze. But what is jackfruit - and how can you enjoy it? Introducing jackfruit It's big, yellow (or green), and has a strange smell. In fact, jackfruit...Food Research: Food Labels Missing Added Sugar Information
Jul 26, 2019
New research from Sydney's George Institute for Global Health found that seven of 10 packaged foods in Australia have added sugar that's not listed on voluntary front-of-pack nutrition labels. Professor Bruce Neal reviewed 34,000 packaged foods that...What is an Alkaline Diet?
Jul 24, 2019
Much has been said and written about alkalising foods being more healthful. This is actually part of a growing diet trend known as alkaline diet. Some experts agree that it is a good form of diet, some remain neutral and some disagree. But what is...Speedy Basil Pesto, Broccoli and Walnut Penne with Roast Cherry Tomatoes
Jul 18, 2019
We've all learned about the awesome health benefits of broccoli and tomatoes. But what about basil? Let's learn now while we also have this easy and healthy recipe for pesto, whose main ingredient is basil. Health benefits of basil Basil is considered...Going Veggan, Not Vegan & the Controversy Surrounding This New Diet Trend
May 22, 2019
A vegan is someone who avoids all animal products entirely ? usually for dietary and ethical or moral reasons. But now a new term has been coined, the "veggan" diet, which adds eggs to the menu. Unsurprisingly, not everyone is happy with the addition...What is Spelt Bread?
May 06, 2019
Have you seen spelt bread at the bakery - or the corner café - and are wondering what it actually is? Well wonder no more. We've got all the much-kneaded answers here (see what we did there?), from "What is spelt bread?" to "Is spelt flour made from...What Foods to Eat When You Have High Cholesterol
Mar 25, 2019
Cholesterol is considered one of the most misunderstood aspects of heart health. For many of you, a cholesterol friendly diet brings about thought of low fat meals with an enormous lack of flavour. This, however, is far from the truth if you follow...Healthy Food Choices Research: You Are What You Eat
Jan 28, 2019
Did you know that who you are has a greater influence on your food choices than where you shop? It's a controversial finding, because a lot of focus in countries like America and Australia, has been on setting up healthy food outlets in "food deserts"...What are the Unhealthiest Parts of Australia?
Jan 22, 2019
NaturalTherapyPages.com.au continues our series for the upcoming Australia Day (Part 3 here). After discussing about the Australian Dietary Guidelines, here we are talking about which parts of Australia is the healthiest and unhealthiest. The Australian...The Australian Dietary Guidelines 2019
Jan 21, 2019
As a lead up to Australia Day coming this weekend, NaturalTherapyPages.com.au thought it will be a cool idea to feature some articles that will discuss the health and wellness of Australians. So as first part of this mini-series (Part 2 & Part 3), here's...5 Healthy Summer Grilling Tips
Dec 05, 2018
Summer is coming up and this is the time for grilling and barbecuing. From the north to the south, backyard barbecuing is the Aussie icon. But, it doesn't have to be unhealthy. In fact, the BBQ is very often just the opposite. With a little...Can a gluten free diet be unhealthy?
Nov 23, 2018
A new study proposes that a gluten-free diet could be unhealthy for people who don't have coeliac disease, exposing them to harmful by-products like mercury and arsenic. Coeliac (pronounces seel-ee-ak) disease affects 1 in 70 people in Australia. If...Liver Healthy Diet: Foods to Eat & Not to Eat
Jul 21, 2018
The liver is one of the most important organs in your body. Found on the upper right-hand side of your abdomen, it is responsible for performing a variety of chemical functions that are critical to your health and wellbeing, such as nutrient metabolism, elimination...Why Eat Alkaline Foods?
Jul 13, 2018
Alkaline foods are vital for helping the body to maintain its natural pH balance. Read on to find out more about why this balance needs to be maintained and to learn more about alkaline foods. What is pH and Why is it Important? The pH level of the...Survey: Aussies Aren't Eating Enough Veggies
Jul 13, 2018
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has released the results of the 2017-18 National Health Survey (NHS) and found that only 3.8 percent of men and 10.2 percent of women are eating enough vegetables every day. It also revealed that only the toddlers...Acidic Foods: All You Need to Know
Jul 12, 2018
Foods that are acidic by nature not only damage tooth enamel and stomach lining but also trigger all sorts of medical conditions. Despite what several studies have revealed regarding the dangers of these foods to one's health, highly acidic foods are...10 Foods That Lower Cholesterol
Jul 03, 2018
Changing what foods you eat can lower your cholesterol levels. You can do this by adding the foods that lower the harmful LDL’s, and at the same time, cutting back on foods that boost LDL. Diet is often to blame for the rise in harmful LDL and...3 Questions to Ask Before Going on a Diet
Jun 29, 2018
There's a smorgasbord of diets out there, so it's no wonder the industry is worth $250 billion! Since we can assume many diet makers are out to make a few bucks, it's up to us to decide if an eating plan is right for our body and health goals. So before...What is a balanced diet and how is it achieved?
May 21, 2018
Eating a balanced diet is an important part of maintaining health. A balanced diet gives your body the nutrients it needs so that it can function correctly. To get the proper nutrition from your diet, you should consume most of your daily calories...Exploring the Blood Type Diet: What You Need to Know
May 07, 2018
The blood type diet is a relatively new diet that is starting to make a splash but what it's all about and how does it work? Read on to find out more. About the Blood Type Diet The blood type diet was developed by Dr Peter D'Adamo, the author of "Eat...
