Nutrition

How can I stop using food to cope with negative emotions?

Have you ever noticed changes in your eating habits when you are sad, bored or anxious? Many people report eating…

2 days ago

How we think about ‘obesity’ and body weight is changing. Here’s why

From doctors’ offices to family gatherings, larger-bodied people report being bombarded with unsolicited advice about their eating and exercise habits.…

1 week ago

I think my child’s weight is affecting their health. How can I best support them?

Weight fluctuation and change in body composition with growth is a normal part of development. Apart from the first year…

2 weeks ago

What is ‘health at every size’ lifestyle counselling? How does it compare with weight-focused treatments?

Health at every size (or HAES) is a lifestyle counselling approach that promotes mindful eating and lifestyle behaviours to pursue…

2 weeks ago

5 picky eating habits – and how to help your child overcome them

Have you ever found yourself negotiating with a pint-sized dictator about eating a single pea? You’re not alone. Almost half…

2 weeks ago

Should school nurses weigh students? We asked 5 experts

One in four Australian children aged two to 17 are classified as above a healthy weight, based on their body…

2 weeks ago

What causes food cravings? And what can we do about them?

Many of us try to eat more fruits and vegetables and less ultra-processed food. But why is sticking to your…

3 weeks ago

Weight gain and menopause: It’s not in your head (but it might not be caused by what you think) Plus, 11 experiments to regulate hunger, improve sleep, and boost energy.

  Reviewed by Helen Kollias, PhD and Brian St. Pierre, MS, RD At some point in my mid-40s, the scale…

3 weeks ago

Does intermittent fasting increase or decrease our risk of cancer?

Research over the years has suggested intermittent fasting has the potential to improve our health and reduce the likelihood of…

3 weeks ago

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