Spring Cleaning - A Chemical Crisis
Ever taken the time to check out chemicals hiding under your sink, NOPE, we don’t blame you either. Out of site out of mind, right? Household favourite Fairy Liquid, been around since the 1950's c...
Our Children’s Ultra-Processed Food
Unfortunately, many of the snacks marketed as “child-friendly” are packed with sugar, salt, and other unhealthy ingredients that guarantee cheap prices and a long shelf life.
It's Breakfast ... Not Dessert!
Review of popular supermarket granolas and cereals. They might look eco and healthy, but some are not!
Chocolate for Your Health, Not Just Your Heart
Chocolate is a popular treat around the world, especially when it comes to loved ones on Valentine’s Day, and for good reason. It’s rich, creamy, and indulgent. Dark chocolate has recently gai...
Selenium isn't something you will see on ingredient lists and for that reason perhaps its something you're unfamiliar with? But, you should be! Selenium is an essential trace mineral, not an occas...
In the 1970s, dogs such as Golden Retrievers routinely lived to the age of 16 or 17. So, why are they now only living to 10-14? Medicine has made leaps and bounds. What could the reason be?Maybe i...
Why Diets Fail and How to Succeed
It's mid January. Are you still on a New Year's diet? If not, you will join millions who had good intentions and mostly gave up on January 12th. Yes, that is the exact date when most people will q...
It's that time of year again; you’re sniffling, coughing and not wanting the leave the comfort of bed, I know that’s how I'm feeling. When you feel like this, it's important to pay extra attention ...
The topic of protein can be confusing. On one side, we hear about athletes needing protein shakes, but now high protein snacks are everywhere in supermarkets. So how much protein do you actually ...
Maintaining a consistent routine can be an important part of leading a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Whether it's waking up at the same time each morning, making time for regular exercise, or pla...
The Best Christmas Sandwich of 2022
But unsure which Seasonal Sandwich to Choose? It’s understandable there are quite a few on the market, and with each supermarket/café offering a slightly different variety. We’ve had a look at the ...
It's Dipping Season! What Dips to serve at a Christmas Party.
Houmous or Guacamole? Cheese and Onion or Sour Cream and Chive? Doritos Mild or Doritos Hot Salsa? Maybe even a baked Camembert. It is Christmas after all. Whichever dip you choose, we’ve done a l...
Are Artificial Sweeteners Seriously Damaging Your Gut?
Okay, we get it, you’ve got a sweet tooth (scientists say there's no such thing!) Read on to find out how seemingly ‘healthy’ zero-calorie options could be hurting more than helping, and what to do...
