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Ask the experts: Recovering from illness
What are you supposed to eat when recovering from a stomach bug?
january
Articles and news bites from the January 2009 issue of Healthy Food Guide magazine.
What to do with: Gregg's Thai Kaffir Lime Curry Paste
We received lots of wonderful ideas for using the kaffir lime curry paste. Here's a selection.
Ask the experts: Food for active teens
What are some good foods for my active teenage daughter to include in her diet?
Ask the experts: Food for menopause
Are there certain foods you could suggest to help with menopause symptoms?
Run the tap first thing
Don’t drink the first cup of water from a tap if it has not been used overnight or for several hours, says the Ministry of Health.
Organics please – if the price is right
More and more kiwis are buying organic and free-range products - but just how much are we prepared to spend on them?
Go kiwifruit!
For the first time in the history of the industry, 100 million trays of kiwifruit were shipped by ZESPRI International during their latest season.
That's good!
Thanks to the Good Water Project, a scheme is in place which will see recycling happen on our own soil.
Ask the experts: Coconut oil
There is a lot of conflicting information and advice around about coconut oil - what is the real story?
How to change your habits
When it comes to breaking old habits by establishing new ones, there are some simple principles which will help. We explain them.
10 cholesterol-busting foods
What you eat has an enormous impact on blood cholesterol. Here are 10 ways to help fight cholesterol every day.
What to do with: Tomatoes
Most of us love fresh tomatoes in salads and sandwiches, but here are some other ways to get the most out of tomato season.
More confectionery-free checkouts
Plans being rolled out by NZ's two largest supermarket groups should see more checkouts with only healthy options available.
Just do it!
Don’t have time for a half-hour brisk walk today? That’s okay, how about 10 brisk three-minute walks throughout the day?
Keep food safe this summer
With warmer weather, the NZ Foodsafe Partnership is predicting the risk of Campylobacter and other food-borne illness will increase.
Food safety for hunters and gatherers
Going fishing or hunting this summer? Make sure you keep your catch safe.
Thinner men risk osteoporosis
We all know women are susceptible to this debilitating bone disease, but a recent study shows some men are also at high risk.
Food allergy in children increasing
A recent report has found has found that four out of every 100 children in the US now have a food allergy.
Do you see what I see?
Children who see overweight or obese people on a daily basis are less likely to realise when they themselves are overweight.
The science of future food
Manufacturers are always working on improving their products, making food healthier, more convenient, quicker, with longer shelf lives. What are we likely to be eating in the future?
Cholesterol: Your questions answered
Everyday foods can be the best medicine for people with high cholesterol.
Time to hone the cooking skills?
A US marketing research company has found consumers are most likely to cut back on dining out to reduce household expenses.
Sources of folate
Advice and tips for ensuring you get your recommended dietary intake of this important vitamin.
Apple vs chocolate
Majority claim they would choose apples over chocolate, but don't live up to the claim.
Future foods: To be or not to be?
Foods change in popularity during different eras - here's what you might see more and less of in years to come.
Future foods: Nutrigenomics
Nutrigenomics is short for ‘nutritional genomics’. In future, it’s possible healthy eating guidelines may also take into account your individual genetic make-up.
Everyday shopping: Snack bars
We show you what to look for when it comes to choosing a healthy snack bar.
10-minute workouts
Forget the 'I don’t have time to exercise' excuse. These 10-minute workouts will help you maintain your fitness levels even if you have no time.
Ask Niki: Rice bran oil
With a great variety of oils to choose from, how does rice bran oil stack up as a healthy cooking oil option?
'A-ha' moments that made a difference
We asked Healthy Food Guide readers to send us their life-changing moments and received stories full of hope, determination and inspiration.
What to do with: Blueberries
With no peeling, hulling or pitting, a blueberry is a ready-to-go, tasty fruit.
In the garden: Growing tomatoes
Growing tomatoes is easy with the right weather and a little bit of attention. Here are six key things to remember.
Weight-loss tips for men: Size is everything (yeah right!)
Weight-loss expert Andrew Dickson has advice for men on why 'man-sized' portions are not ideal.
10-minute summer meal ideas
Grab some seasonal produce and pantry staples and you're good to go for these 10-minute, tasty summer meals.
How does your heart health rate?
How is your heart health? Take the National Heart Foundation's heart health rate quiz to find out your level of risk.
