LiveLighter Blog
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Aussies slip up on their sugary drink knowledge
- May 17, 2019
- by Alison McAleese
We take a look at the latest findings from the annual Shape of Australia survey which reveal Australians’ perceptions of sugary drinks and confirm just how hard big beverage brands’ sneaky marketing tactics are hitting us.
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Ways to make mum feel special this Mother’s Day
- May 09, 2019
- by Ellen Hart
Burnt toast and cold tea might have been your go-to choice for mum as a kid, but now that you’re all grown up it’s time to find new ways to celebrate mum on Mother’s Day. There are plenty of simple things you can do to make your mum feel special this Mother’s Day, you might even enjoy them too!
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More than half a kilo of sugar lurking in Eggstreme Easter eggs
- Apr 17, 2019
- by Gael Myers
LiveLighter have been on an egg hunt looking for the most outrageously oversized versions of Easter bunnies and eggs available around Perth. We were shocked by the results, with a handful of Easter chocolates clocking in at a weighty 1kg!
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Make April your most active month yet
- Apr 02, 2019
- by Alice Bastable
Keen to get more active but not sure where to begin? Check out our tips on how to achieve this and you’ll see yourself moving more and feeling better in no time
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Too much on your plate? 5 healthy eating hacks for busy people
- Mar 22, 2019
- by Guest Author
When life gets busy, a healthy diet probably isn’t at the top of your to-do list. But in order to feel good and stay on top of your busy schedule, eating well is key. Eating healthy doesn’t need to add extra time or burden to your jam-packed schedule. You just need a little forward thinking to help make healthy eating your norm. Your body will thank you for it!
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Ice ice baby – the healthiest icy-poles revealed
- Feb 04, 2019
- by Alice Bastable
Our analysis of popular icy-pole brands has revealed some products are masquerading as ‘full of fruit’ when in reality some contain up to five teaspoons of sugar per serving. Have no fear! We found the healthiest icy poles available at Woolies and Coles, so you can say yes, with a little less sugar.
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How popular slushie drinks could be piling on the kilos
- Dec 07, 2018
- by Gael Myers, James Stevens-Cutler
While a frozen sugary drink can seem like a cheap way to cool down on a scorching day, these drinks are packed with sugar your body doesn’t need.
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Don’t Be Sucked In – The ridiculous amount of sugar in frozen drinks
- Dec 05, 2018
- by Jo Campbell
While a frozen sugary drink can seem like a cheap way to cool down on a scorching day, these drinks are packed with sugar your body really doesn’t need. There’s definitely better ways to quench your thirst without risking your health.
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Brain foods - Eat right for exam time
- Oct 26, 2018
- by Gael Myers
Some useful tips for parents on how to improve children's concentration levels during exam times.
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Around the world in 7 dinners
- Oct 05, 2018
- by Gael Myers
LiveLighter has just released a brand new collection of recipes with flavours from around the world.