Canned vegetables: How to keep the salt in check
Love the convenience of canned vegies? So do we! Here’s how to keep...
Why the WHO has recommended switching to a healthier salt alternative
In January the World Health Organization (WHO) released new guidelines recommending people switch...
Your guide to barbecue condiments
Condiments are a barbecue must-have, adding the perfect finishing touch. We spill the...
Slashing salt can save lives – and it won’t hurt your hip pocket...
Each year, more than 2,500 Australians die from diseases linked to eating too...
Is salt really a new culprit in type 2 diabetes?
When people think of foods related to type 2 diabetes, they often think...
How much sodium is in ready-made meals?
Quick and easy meal or salt bomb? HFG helps you be sodium savvy...
How much salt is in canned soup?
Cans, pouches and tubs of ready-made soup make for handy work lunches and...
How many calories are in frozen dinners?
Portion perfection
From calorie-controlled and plant-based to classic pub-style meals, there’s a good range...
How to choose stir-in sauces
Quick and easy, with the flavour work done for you, stir-in sauces can...
How to choose healthier chips or crisps
Craving chips? There are now plenty of ‘healthier’ options to choose from, so...
How to choose healthier frozen dinners
Handy? Tick. Tasty? Sometimes. Healthy? Not always. HFG helps you heat up the...
How often can you eat treats and still be healthy?
Healthy Food Guide nutritionist Claire Turnbull looks at how often we can enjoy...
Ask the experts: How bad are instant noodles for your health?
Q I have a teenage boy who almost lives off instant noodles. How...
Shopping traps: Sushi
We explore the common nutrition traps to help you choose healthier takeaway sushi...
How much sodium is in that sauce
We don’t always consider how much sodium (from salt) is in our condiments....
How much sodium is in those crackers
Crackers are a convenient snack, but can be high in salt. Which options...
How much salt is in your kids’ day?
It’s easy for sodium to build up over a day. Dietitian Katrina Pace...
