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Cheeky diet soft drink getting you through the work day? Here’s what that may mean for your health | The New Daily

Jul 24, 2024 | thenewdaily.com.au | Lauren Ball |Emily Burch

Many people are drinking less sugary soft drink than in the past. This is a great win for public health, given the recognised risks of diets high in sugar-sweetened drinks. But over time, intake of diet soft drinks has grown. In fact, it’s so high that these products are now regularly detected in wastewater. So what does the research say about how your health is affected in the long term if you drink them often?
Affordable Alternatives to Olive Oil

May 27, 2024 | innerself.com | Lauren Ball |Emily Burch |Samin Nosrat |Wendy MacNaughton

Joyisjoyful/ShutterstockIf you buy your olive oil in bulk, you’ve likely been in for a shock in recent weeks. Major supermarkets have been selling olive oil for up to A$65 for a four-litre tin, and up to $26 for a 750 millilitre bottle. We’ve been hearing about the health benefits of olive oil for years. And many of us are adding it to salads, or baking and frying with it. But during a cost-of-living crisis, these high prices can put olive oil out of reach.
Go for alternate sources if olive oil is beyond your reach

May 22, 2024 | bizzbuzz.news | Lauren Ball

Some studies suggest using sunflower oil may help reduce your risk of heart disease by lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol and raising HDL (good) cholesterol. Sesame oil is high in antioxidants and has some anti-inflammatory propertiesIf you buy your olive oil in bulk, you've likely been in for a shock in recent weeks. Major supermarkets have been selling olive oil for up to A$65 for a four-litre tin, and up to $26 for a 750 millilitre bottle.
I can’t afford olive oil. What else can I use? | The New Daily

May 19, 2024 | thenewdaily.com.au | Lauren Ball |Emily Burch

If you buy your olive oil in bulk, you’ve likely been in for a shock in recent weeks. Major supermarkets have been selling olive oil for up to $65 for a four-litre tin, and up to $26 for a 750-millilitre bottle. We’ve been hearing about the health benefits of olive oil for years. And many of us are adding it to salads, or baking and frying with it. But during a cost-of-living crisis, these high prices can put olive oil out of reach.
How Beetroot Can Boost Your Health and Maybe Your Love Life

Apr 16, 2024 | innerself.com | Lauren Ball |Emily Burch |Samin Nosrat |Wendy MacNaughton

CLICKMANIS/ShutterstockBeetroot has been in the news for all the wrong reasons. Supply issues in recent months have seen a shortage of tinned beetroot on Australian supermarket shelves. At one point, a tin was reportedly selling on eBay for more than A$65. But as supplies increase, we turn our attention to beetroot’s apparent health benefits. Is beetroot really vegetable Viagra, as UK TV doctor Michael Mosley suggests?
In Western Australia, public school lunches begin to limit the inclusions of certain foods, like ham

Feb 14, 2024 | salon.com | Lauren Ball

"When looking for low-salt alternatives to ham, there are several options to consider . . .
Trying to spend less on food? Following the dietary guidelines might save you $160 a fortnight - Philippine Canadian Inquirer Nationwide Filipino Newspaper

Nov 27, 2023 | canadianinquirer.net | Emily Burch |Lauren Ball

A rise in the cost of living has led many households to look for ways to save money. New research suggests maintaining a healthy diet, in line with the Australian Dietary Guidelines, is cheaper than an unhealthy diet and could save A$160 off a family of four's fortnightly shopping bill. Poor diet is the most common preventable risk factor contributing to chronic disease in Australia. So improving your diet can also be an important way to reduce the chance of developing chronic disease.
The truth about your decaf coffee order that your barista isn’t telling you

Nov 2, 2023 | heraldsun.com.au | Lauren Ball

LifestyleDon't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, and its high levels of caffeine are among the main reasons why. It’s a natural stimulant that provides an energy buzz, and we just can’t get enough. However, some people prefer to limit their caffeine intake for health or other reasons. Decaffeinated or “decaf” coffee is widely available, and its consumption is reported to be on the rise.
The truth about your decaf coffee order that your barista isn’t telling you

Nov 2, 2023 | adelaidenow.com.au | Lauren Ball |Emily Burch

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, and its high levels of caffeine are among the main reasons why. It’s a natural stimulant that provides an energy buzz, and we just can’t get enough. However, some people prefer to limit their caffeine intake for health or other reasons. Decaffeinated or “decaf” coffee is widely available, and its consumption is reported to be on the rise.
Lowering Cholesterol: Do Natural Remedies Work?

Oct 20, 2023 | innerself.com | Lauren Ball |Emily Burch |James Nestor |Steven R. Gundry

ShutterstockYour GP says you have high cholesterol. You’ve six months to work on your diet to see if that’ll bring down your levels, then you’ll review your options. Could taking supplements over this time help? You can’t rely on supplements alone to control your cholesterol. But there’s some good evidence that taking particular supplements, while also eating a healthy diet, can make a difference. Why are we so worried about cholesterol?