LiveLighter Blog

  • Shakshuka

    The best eggs you'll eat this Easter

    • Mar 27, 2023
    • by Anne Finch

    As Easter chocolate starts to find its way into our homes and workplaces, LiveLighter dietitian Anne Finch recommends we embrace a different sort of egg – the chicken kind.

  • Fried chicken wing hits the stumps

    Junk food in sport – it’s just not cricket

    • Feb 09, 2023
    • by Jawaahir Alim

    Watching cricket in Australia means being bombarded with junk food advertising. You can’t ignore KFC branding when watching the BBL, with branding on banners around the grounds, players’ uniforms, the pitch, wickets and TV graphics.

  • A man walking his dog under a tree in the early morning next to a body of water.

    Beat the heat: tips to stay active this summer

    • Jan 31, 2023
    • by LiveLighter

    Summer is in full swing! At this time of year, the long and warm days can make for the perfect opportunity to get outdoors and move our bodies in energising ways. Here are our top tips to help you stay active– and make sure you’re doing so safely.

  • Woman at the beach

    Summertime is salad time!

    • Jan 30, 2023
    • by Jenny Atkins

    It’s summer and it’s hot! So, now is the perfect time to eat all things cold including delicious summer salads packed full of fresh, seasonal fruit and vegies.

  • Older couple stretching

    Tips to get active

    • Jan 12, 2023
    • by Katie Liddiard

    Are you ready to start being more physically active, but aren’t sure where to begin? We’ve got some tips to boost your confidence and help you to get started!

  • indoor yoga session at home

    Body and mind: harnessing physical activity for a mood boost

    • Jan 05, 2023
    • by Katie Liddiard

    Learn how being more physically active can improve your mood and mental well-being.

  • Christmas lunch

    Cheap and cheerful holiday tips

    • Dec 14, 2022
    • by LiveLighter

    We’ve put together our top ideas for hosting a no-fuss and healthy celebration in your local park that’s budget-friendly and suitable for guests of all ages.

  • Christmas Lunch for $10 per person (and it’s healthy!)

    • Dec 14, 2022
    • by LiveLighter

    We all love inviting friends and family to our homes during the festive season to share a meal. But the cost can get out of hand and we’re all feeling the pinch this year with the rising cost of living. To help keep enjoying nutritious meals with our loved ones these holidays, we’ve created a delicious and budget-friendly Christmas lunch menu for less than $10 per person.

  • crab and lettuce boats

    Season's eatings

    • Dec 05, 2022
    • by Anne Finch

    With the festive season fast approaching, we’ve done a round up of our favourite “bring a plate” dishes. Some are quick to knock up, some are a little more involved, but they’re all packed with big flavour and seasonal produce.

  • Orange slices and cinnamon

    Christmas gift ideas that won’t break the bank

    • Dec 01, 2022
    • by Gael Myers

    We’ve put together a bumper list of our favourite budget-friendly and healthy present ideas to help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list – from foodie friends, to plant loving colleagues, to the aunt who has everything.