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A dietitian’s simple smoothie swap that boosts calcium without losing protein

Jacqui Kingswell shares her day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos

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Yes, you can eat too much protein. Here are the big health risks

Protein is an essential nutrient, but more isn’t necessarily better, according to nutrition experts.

  • Sophie Egan

Sourdough bread is the better choice, but a dietitian says opt for this kind for a fibre hit

Performer Des Flanagan shares his day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos
Steven Bartlett was “ruined” by three glasses of wine, prompting a mainstream reconsideration of what constitutes a healthy, happy life in the wellness age.

This CEO said three wines ruined his week. Has wellness gone too far?

Steven Bartlett’s resurfaced comments signal a concerning attitude towards health that could lead you down a long road of misery, experts say.

  • Courtney Thompson
Our insatiable demand for protein has the food industry grappling with shortages and skyrocketing prices.

Whey protein is running out as food companies put it in everything

Our insatiable demand for protein has Big Food grappling with shortages and skyrocketing prices of whey protein.

  • Kristina Peterson and Ilena Peng
Salty cravings when you drink? There’s a good reason for it.

There’s a reason you crave salty foods when you drink. And it’s driving weight gain

It’s called the aperitif effect – why we tend to crave something salty when we have a drink or two.

  • Sarah Berry
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Vegemite toast is an Aussie breakfast staple, but it’s letting you down, says a dietitian

Actor and cookbook author Kate Jenkinson shares her day on a plate.

  • Nicole Economos
The smell of cooking onions often elicits memories of the past, and happy times.

Anna was just 23 when she taught 83-year-old Ron to cook. He may just owe her his life

After many men lose their partners, along with dinner, many lose their self-worth and a sense of being needed.

  • Anna Johnston
Sardines: from poor man’s food to wondrous superfood.

Even the man behind this stinky wellness trend thinks it’s a bad idea

Everyone seems to be jumping on the sardine fasting bandwagon, but it may have the opposite of the desired effect.

  • Sarah Berry