Organic ExplainedByRosie Mansfield10 January 2019Have you ever wondered what organic really means? Simply stated by nutrition guru Rosie, “It’s fresh produce that hasn’t been treated with substances to extend its shelf life or increase its growth that could possibly be toxic for human consumption. The chemicals can be absorbed into the plant through its roots and leaves and then into us!” In her latest article for HIF, Rosie explains the importance of organic food, debunks the common myths and provides her top tips to the organic items you should prioritise.Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
Mint Cacao Mousse with Ginger Snaps ByRosie Mansfield20 December 2018Christmas dessert doesn’t always have to be a guilty decadent affair. Why not polish off your hearty festive roast dinner with Rosie's "mint cacao mousse and ginger snaps" recipe. We hope you enjoy!Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
Six Christmas Food Hacks for a Healthier Festive SeasonByRosie MansfieldWith the festive season upon us, we caught up with nutrition expert, Rosie Mansfield to hear her top tips on how to enjoy this time of year without sabotaging your health goals or succumbing to the infamous Christmas vortex. Category:Recipes, NutritionRead More0 Comments
Feel Good Foods ByRosie Mansfield29 October 2018Feeling low? It’s time to use food as medicine. According to nutritionist expert, Rosie Mansfield, "Good nutrition can provide nutrients that can calm the mind and body whilst also increasing energy and stabilizing your mood. A really smart move is to adjust your diet to one that is supporting your nervous system and not stimulating it. The foods we should commit to reducing include caffeine, alcohol, sugar, high glycemic carbohydrates and fried foods. But don’t worry there are a plethora of delicious foods you can easily add to your diet to soothe an excitable nervous system. Remember, you are what you eat." In her latest article for HIF, Rosie delves in the foods that will improve your mood, energy and overall health. Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
The 5 Most Common Questions a Nutritionist Gets AskedByRosie MansfieldEvery day Nutritionists and Dietitians are asked a host of different questions, from organic vs non-organic, quick weight loss diets and what foods you should and shouldn’t eat? In her first article for HIF, Nutrition expert Rosie Mansfield reveals the most common questions about food and the answers you may or may not have been hoping for.Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
Keeping Kids Healthy on a Budget ByHIF Australia06 June 2017Keeping kids healthy on a budget is not always easy. According to money and insurance expert, Bessie Hassan from finder.com.au, "Kids get sick a lot, and understandably so. They’re surrounded by other kids and adults all the time and their immune systems are still building resistance. Especially for younger kids who typically aren’t great with hygiene, it can be very easy for bugs and viruses to spread and as a parent, this isn’t ideal. Medical care can be expensive. Often it’s much more costly to help your child overcome an illness than it is to just prevent it." So we caught up with Bessie to get he top tips for preventing illnesses and keeping your kids healthy on a budget.Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
Why Diets Fail BySusie Burrell04 April 2017Ever started a new diet but not got the results you'd expected? According to nutrition expert, Susie Burrell, there are many reasons why a diet could fail; the most common one being that you went too hard too soon, especially if you're on a strict diet that eliminates a number of food groups, dramatically reduces carbohydrate intake and is generally difficult to sustain in the long term. In her latest article for HIF, Susie explores the top ten reasons why our dieting regimes may fail and discusses some changes to implement into our diets to ensure we stay on track.Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
Is Your Lunch Balance All Wrong?BySusie Burrell07 March 2017What are you eating for lunch today? A quick salad or sandwich from the food court, some leftovers, or maybe a few crackers with tuna at your desk? While we often hear that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, let’s not forget how important lunch is when it comes to weight control. According to Susie, "The most common scenario now sees busy workers, mums and students eating their ‘lunchtime’ meal at 2 or 3pm and choosing ‘lunch’ options such as sushi, wraps, rolls and stir fries. These dishes are packed full of carbs which not only play havoc with our hormonal balance and cravings, but it also sees us consuming a significant number of calories in the second half of the day, when we are least active." With this in mind, we caught up with Susie to discuss why lunch holds the key to nutritional balance and her advice on the best foods to eat. Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
How to Travel For Work and Keep Your Diet on TrackBySusie Burrell13 February 2017Is travelling your dietary downfall? According to Susie, "If you regularly jet set around the country for work you will know how difficult it can be to keep your diet on track. Plane food, airports, hotels and conferences are just some of the locations which can make finding fresh, nutritious and carb controlled foods very difficult." With this in mind, Susie provides her six simple steps to help keep our diets on the healthy track when working away from home. Category:Nutrition, TravelRead More0 Comments
Reducing Sugar in your Child's DietByTammy GeorgeCelebrity chefs and weight loss experts have been encouraging us to eat less sugar for some years. Sugar is partly to blame for more than 60% of Australian adults who are considered to be overweight or obese. PhD researcher Masoor Shariff compared sugar consumption to drug abuse and found some similarities in changes to the layout of our brain cells. With the evidence mounting against sugar, what can you do to wean your child off their high sugar diet?Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
Easy Ways to Eat More VegetablesBySusie Burrell03 January 2017We all know that we have to eat more vegetables and that five serves each day are what we need for good health, but according to nutrition guru Susie Burrell, "Far fewer of us know that when it comes to optimal health and well-being we need a lot more than the minimum of 5 serves of vegies a day that is recommended by public health agencies. In fact, when we look at the data from countries who have the healthiest diets, they are on average consuming 7-10 serves of fresh fruit and veggies every single day." Well, consuming more vegetables is easier than you think, follow Susie's five simple steps to hit your veggie target every day. Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments
The Best Fluids for HydrationBySusie Burrell23 November 2016How much water do you drink per day? According to our Susie, "The average adult requires a minimum 1.5L of extra water each day, and even more if they are regularly active or training. Surprisngly though, it is estimated that at least 75% of Australians are dehydrated at any one time." With summer just around the corner, we asked Susie for her advice on the best fluids for optimal hydration. Category:NutritionRead More0 Comments