Tag Archives: protein
Myth Busters- Meat and veges
Meat and veges are a core part of our diets, but with so much conflicting advice it’s good to know the facts. Keep reading to learn more about the myths we’ve busted around meat and veges! 1) Chickens are full of growth hormones FALSE The process of adding growth hormones Read more
Myth Busters- Food and Weight Gain
There is a lot of information around on which are the right foods to eat if you’re trying to manage your weight, and which foods are best to avoid. Read on to get the inside scoop on food and weight gain myths! 1) If something is low in fat I 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
Vegetarian Eating
Vegetarian eating is a diet based on plant foods, with some restrictions on animal foods. Families choose to follow vegetarian diets for various reasons. It may be for religious, humanitarian, health or environmental reasons. What is vegetarian eating? People follow different types of vegetarian diets depending on which foods are Read more
What’s On Your Plate?
With so many mixed messages around concerning nutrition and health, it can be tricky to work out just what makes a ‘balanced meal’. The good news is there’s a simple formula you can use to help give your family the balance they need for good nutrition. It’s called ‘1, 2, Read more
