LiveLighter Blog

  • Strawberries for Valentine's Day

    Cook from the heart this Valentine's Day

    • Feb 13, 2018
    • by Clare O'Shea

    This Valentine’s Day cook for that special someone from the bottom of your heart. After all, nothing says ‘I love you’ like a tasty home-cooked meal … especially one that’s healthy.

  • A healthier catering alternative

    Catering to avoid the post-lunch slump

    • Oct 25, 2017
    • by Jenny Atkins

    End of year office and home parties often showcase an array of sweet and savoury foods often not too friendly for those wanting healthy options. Here's our healthy twist.

  • Health Food Aisle Alternatives

    How healthy is the "health food" aisle?

    • May 31, 2017
    • by Alison McAleese

    Paleo, superfoods, activated, raw – the health food section of the supermarket is full of snacks which claim to be healthy. But are they worth the extra cost?

  • Creamy cauliflower soup

    Winter warmers

    • May 29, 2017
    • by Anne Finch

    When I think about wintery foods, I think about creamy soups, gooey pastas and rich gravies. Think those are off the menu at a dietitian’s house? Think again! I’ll share my top tips for creating that indulgent, comforting taste, without adding buckets of cream, cheese or salt.

  • MYO yoghurt

    Make your own: yoghurt

    • Apr 28, 2017
    • by Anne Finch

    Looking for a fun new project? Want to know exactly what's in your food? Welcome to the MYO series, where we look at how to prepare some of your favourite foods from scratch. Today we're looking at yoghurt!

  • berry yoghurt

    What's hiding in your yoghurt?

    • Apr 27, 2017
    • by Alison McAleese

    Discover how much sugar is hiding in your yoghurt - you'd be surprised!

  • easter bunny

    Hunting for a healthier Easter?

    • Apr 12, 2017
    • by Anne Finch

    If you’re on the hunt for a healthier Easter we recommend getting your whole mob active and including some fruit and vegies in your feasts. Remember to eat your treats mindfully, and make the most of the long weekend.

  • Blueberry and Banana Bread

    Six foods that are healthier and cheaper to DIY

    • Jul 13, 2016
    • by Alison McAleese

    Packaged foods might seem like a convenient and easy option for a mid-week meal or a lunchbox snack – but don’t be fooled…

  • Illustration of a man with a mega milkshake in hand

    The mega issue with mega milkshakes

    • Dec 09, 2015
    • by Anne Finch

    Seen the obscene milk shakes all over your social media? You know, the ones that are made in a jar and have two donuts and a full English breakfast on top? I really hate to come over all food-police on this one, but I think we need to settle down with all the extreme foods.