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Is a ‘Tassie burrito’ and homemade soup enough to fuel a pregnant body? A dietitian tells
7+ hour, 59+ min ago (371+ words) July 19, 2026 — 5:00am Sarah Wallace is a curator. The 37-year-old shares her day on a plate. 6am Decaf filter coffee at home. 6.30am A smoothie made with a banana, oats, chocolate protein powder, peanut butter, dates and oat milk on my way to a…...
The nutritional benefits that prove you should give peas a chance
2+ week, 6+ day ago (647+ words) Type a keyword, ask a question or describe what you need Don’t let childhood memories of mealtime standoffs turn you away from these nutritional powerhouses. The humble pea has plenty going for it. Gregor Mendel, the “father of genetics”, used…...
Yes, you can eat too much protein. Here are the big health risks
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (726+ words) June 11, 2026 — 5:00am If you’ve browsed the packaged food aisle of a grocery store, or scrolled your social media feed lately, you might think that when it comes to protein, more is better. Packaged cereal, popcorn, pancake mix and coffee drinks are…...
Whey protein is running out as food companies put it in everything
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (834+ words) June 4, 2026 — 7:56pm Big Food is packing protein into crisps, cereals, waffles and even Starbucks’ lattes, and consumers can’t get enough of it. But that insatiable demand now has the industry grappling with shortages and skyrocketing prices of whey protein, forcing some…...
There’s a reason you crave salty foods when you drink. And it’s driving weight gain
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (933+ words) June 3, 2026 — 3:30pm Ever wondered why a cheese plate and a glass of chardonnay pair so perfectly or why people crave salty fries or pizza with their beer? It’s called the aperitif effect. Refined as the aperitif effect sounds, the system driving…...
Harry Garside boxed for Australia at the Olympic Games. But does his diet deserve a medal?
2+ mon, 2+ day ago (236+ words) May 17, 2026 — 5:00am Harry Garside is an Olympic boxer. The 28-year-old shares his day on a plate. 6.30am It’s a triple-session day as I am training for a triathlon. After swimming, I have a bowl of caramel-flavoured, protein-fortified Weetbix with full-cream milk, plus…...
Powders can pack a nutritional punch, but what does a dietitian think of them?
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (409+ words) May 3, 2026 — 5:00am Fiona Tuck is a skincare and nutrition expert. The 55-year-old shares her day on a plate. 5.50am Decaf soy latte and a large glass of warm water with fresh ginger. 8.30am A bowl of homemade fibre and protein-rich “breakfast trifle” made…...
Nine dietitian-approved whole foods that pack a surprising protein punch
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (787+ words) When it comes to boosting protein intake, skip the ultra-processed bars and supermarket snacks, and look for these healthy whole foods instead. Whether you’re learning about the importance of protein in your diet, seeing more and more high-protein foods at…...
The problem with ready-to-eat breakfast bars, according to a dietitian
3+ mon, 7+ hour ago (345+ words) April 19, 2026 — 5:00am Lauren Jumps is a skipping content creator. The 34-year-old shares her day on a plate. 8.30am I’m not an early riser. Coffee with frothy full-fat milk and sugar, plus Greekyoghurt with a couple of breakfast biscuits – something quick and light…...
Are egg whites enough for a post-workout meal? A dietitian breaks it down
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (432+ words) April 12, 2026 — 5:00am Ibrahim (Ibby) Moubadder is a restaurateur. The 37-year-old shares his day on a plate. 6.30am I start every morning with a large glass of water mixed with 10g of creatine, essential amino acids and hydrogen to keep hydrated before a 90-minute…...