Food and nutrients - Carbohydrates, grains

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Is sushi a healthy lunch?

Q Is sushi a healthy option for lunch? I have it most days...

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5 humble health foods we can eat more of

HFG dietitian Melissa Meier shares five humble foods that bestow surprising health benefits. Potatoes Often...

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How much fibre is in those grains?

Grains can be a great source of fibre but less so when they’re...

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A guide to fibre

We all know that fibre is one of the most important nutrients in...

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How often should we eat pasta?

Q I love pasta, but I often feel bad when I eat it...

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Do we really need carbohydrates in our diets?

Carbohydrates are one of the most misunderstood food groups and often get a...

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Why fibre is the super carb

Fibre doesn’t necessarily conjure up the most exciting thoughts but dietitian Katrina Pace...

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How much energy in crackers?

For time-poor people, crackers are a convenient and healthy snack on the go,...

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Constant cravings

If you experience food cravings you’re by no means alone. About 90 per...

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Shopping traps: Sushi

We explore the common nutrition traps to help you choose healthier takeaway sushi...

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How much energy is in that cracker snack

Healthy Food Guide takes a look at which cracker and topping combos will...

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Portion distortion: Crackers and dips

Wholegrain crackers and delicious hummus can make a great snack, provided we keep...

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Supermarket sleuth: How to avoid health food traps

If it’s in the health food aisle, it’s healthy, right? Not necessarily, as...

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Getting enough fibre on a keto diet

Q I’ve heard new research says fibre decreases early deaths. I’ve been following...

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Moderate carbs best

Too many: One year of your life lost, too few: Four years of...

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Should you go low carb?

Low-carb diets are back in a big way, but that doesn’t mean bread...

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Yes, you can eat carbohydrates

Another article popped up online recently, discussing low-carb, paleo diets. The title contained...

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Whole grains cut cancer risk

Eating whole grains can help reduce your risk of developing bowel cancer, according...

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