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Most processed food contains sugar but that hasn’t always been the case, and its history is steeped in slavery https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-06/cruel-history-sugar-slavery-resource-sweetener-cake-tea-biscuits/104299378?utm_source=abc_news_app&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_campaign=abc_news_app&utm_content=other

Dietary recommendations for Australians The Australian guide to healthy eating provides people of different sex, age and life stage with a recommended eating plan that includes all the nutrients you need to grow and develop, and to live a healthy life.  A variety of foods from the 5 food groups provide valuable nutrients for the body, while discretionary Read More …

Did you know that Yuka is so much more than a product scan? I mean sure, that’s what we do, but it’s not our why. We know that giving consumers info on what’s really in their products, changes their minds and influences purchasing.  The effect? Manufacturers respond and create products that hit higher benchmarks for health.  That’s our Read More …

Ever wonder what makes an olive oil “extra-virgin,” or what makes a cut of beef “prime”? As foodies know, the quality of ingredients makes a big difference in how a dish tastes, and these words have very specific meanings in regards to the items they’re describing. Extra-Virgin Olive Oil With olive oil, the name describes the Read More …

Not drinking enough water can make you unmotivated! Adverse mood changes [caused by dehydration] may limit the motivation required to engage in even moderate aerobic exercise. Water does more for the body than just quench your thirst—it might help you lose weight John Hopkins University – focus on wellness

Arthritis is a condition that primarily affects the bones and joints due to inflammation. Foods that cause inflammation may make arthritis symptoms worse. Sugar is one of these inflammation-causing foods that should be limited or avoided. The Link Between Sugar and Rheumatoid Arthritis