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    Embracing Bunuru: A journey through Noongar seasons in Boorloo (Perth)

    • Jan 20, 2025
    • by Saira Rind

    As the summer sun begins to mellow and the coastal breeze carries a subtle hint of change, we find ourselves transitioning into Bunuru, the second season in the Noongar calendar. Let’s explore the rich tapestry of flavours that Bunuru brings, featuring the vibrant array of fruits, vegetables, and foods in season right now in Boorloo.

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    What to drink when you're not drinking

    • Jan 09, 2025
    • by Alison McAleese

    Cutting back on sugary drinks is a great way to reduce your sugar intake.

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    Happy Lunar New Year

    • Dec 13, 2024
    • by Jenny Atkins

    In my family, the Lunar New Year is one of the best times of the year and another opportunity to gather with family, friends and of course, eat fabulous food!

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    6 surprising facts about nutrition

    • Jun 30, 2024
    • by Gael Myers

    In my work as a dietitian I sometimes come across surprising nutrition facts that are too interesting not to share! Here are my top 6.

  • Sugary drinks don't belong in sport

    Olympians don't fuel their bodies with junk food, and neither should we

    • Jun 11, 2024
    • by Ainslie Sartori

    As millions of children and families around the globe tune in to see amazing feats of strength, endurance, and agility at this year’s Olympic Games in Paris, health experts have raised concerns about the huge volume of junk food and sugary drink marketing they will unwittingly be exposed to.

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    What you need to know about processed food

    • May 03, 2024
    • by Gael Myers

    Processed food has gotten a bad wrap of late, but is that fair? Well… yes and no.

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    Celebrating Eid Al-Fitr!

    • Apr 10, 2024
    • by Jawaahir Alim

    It’s that time of the year to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr for many people around the world. For my family and many others, this is a special time of celebration. I cherish the memories I have of spending the day at festivals as a child, looking forward to the adrenaline rush from rides, catching up with friends, exchanging gifts and of course, enjoying lots of food!

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    No App required: Add LiveLighter to your mobile

    • Mar 07, 2024
    • by Anne Finch

    You've asked, we've listened. Here's our 'No app required' way to access the LiveLighter meal planner from your mobile.

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    5 flirty foods for Valentine's day

    • Feb 09, 2024
    • by Anne Finch

    Will you be sipping on bubbles and slipping down oysters to get in the mood this Valentine’s day? I'm going to let you in on some good news and some bad news...

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    Snack plate dinners for those days you don’t feel like cooking

    • Feb 05, 2024
    • by Gael Myers

    Sometimes, life happens, and we don’t always have the energy or time to make a capital m ‘Meal’. While the dinner purists may turn up their nose at the idea of an odds and ends snack plate, I would like to sing its praises.