LiveLighter Blog
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More than half of foods aimed at kids are unhealthy: research
- Jun 27, 2017
- by Jane Martin
Childhood obesity continues to be a major issue in Australia, with 27 per cent of our children now overweight or obese . So why are we still allowing food manufacturers to directly target children with promotions on unhealthy food?
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Work lunches that pull their weight
- Jun 27, 2017
- by Anne Finch
What’s for lunch? If you work outside your house, it’s likely that you’re buying your lunch at least a few time a week. Homemade is almost always cheaper and healthier – but can be a bit of a hassle to get right. Check out our guide to simple, satisfying work lunches that won’t break the bank.
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Easy snack swaps
- Jun 22, 2017
- by LiveLighter
Being prepared when hunger hits means you can dodge the junky snacks. We reckon these hit the spot.
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Time for burger-free Olympics
- Jun 21, 2017
- by Alice Pryor
As the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and McDonald’s part ways, it's a unique opportunity for the IOC to look for healthier sponsors.
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Make your own: stock
- Jun 19, 2017
- by Anne Finch
With soup season (aka winter) upon us we’re using a lot more stock in the kitchen! Making your own stock saves money, reduces food waste, and makes for delicious dishes.
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A bit about BMI
- Jun 16, 2017
- by Guest Author
Have you heard of BMI? It's a simple calculation to classify people's weight. It's not perfect though, here's some of the things to be aware of.
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5 Ways To Keep The Family Moving This Winter
- Jun 05, 2017
- by Anita Nichols
Keeping the family active in winter can be tricky, so we've rounded up five ways to take advantage of the many winter activity possibilities.
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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?
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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.
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The best way to refuel after a run
- May 24, 2017
- by Alison McAleese
Running a personal best not only requires putting in the miles but also eating right. Here are our top tips for how to refuel after a run.