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Fats and Your Healthy
Fats and oils are found in foods of both plant and animal origin. Fats include oils which are liquid at room temperature – like olive oil or canola oil – and fats that are firm or solid at room temperature – like lard or butter. Fats and oils are made Read more
Myth Busters – Sugar
There are so many ideas out there about sugar that it’s hard to know fact from fiction! Have a read below of some popular misconceptions about sugar, and the truth behind them! 1) Sugar makes kids hyperactive FALSE Does your child come home from birthday parties bouncing off the walls? Read more
Understanding GI (Glycemic Index)
Eating low GI foods will help maintain your energy levels throughout the day and has some other great health benefits too. What is Glycemic Index? Every time we eat a carbohydrate food, such as pasta, potatoes, yogurt, cereal or fruit, our bodies convert carbohydrate to glucose for energy. Once upon Read more
Why Fruits and Vegetables are Great for Your Body
It’s no wonder that most of the ‘superfoods’ we talk about today are fruits or vegetables. Just by eating a variety of colourful vegetables and making sure you eat enough tasty fruits, you’re helping reduce your risk of: Coronary heart disease Some forms of cancer Diabetes The humble contents of Read more
