Can a mother’s diet influence the food preferences of her child
What a pregnant woman can and cannot eat is one of the most controversial topics in pregnancy. A woman will…
Category: Food and Drinks
Tips to help you eat right and stay healthy
Ramadan begins on April 13 this year and is one of the most important months of the year for Muslims.…
Soft drinks from children’s menus, but it doesn’t mean a meal is healthy
Burger King quietly removed soft drinks as an option in its Burger King Kids meals and menu. Wendy’s, McDonald’s, and other fast…
Artificial sweeteners linked with diabetes and obesity
In order to improve their citizens’ health, many countries have implemented a tax on sugar. Food and beverage companies have changed…
Is it safe to drink rainwater
Rainwater is used for drinking, household, and livelihood purposes in many parts of Africa. Sub-Saharan Africa is home to the most…
Here’s how universities could reduce that weight
The amount of weight gained by university students is lower than what was rumored. They can earn as much as 4kg during…
In Australia, animals enjoy better rights than asylum-seekers
A few years ago, an asylum seeker sent a letter to the defunct Woomera Detention Centre about his experience. Here…
Ramadan tips from a dietitian
Fasting can alter sleep patterns, fluid intake, and meal times. This can cause physiological and biochemical changes in the body. This adaptability…
Why a cancer warning should accompany some foods
Smoking causes lung cancer. After a few years, cigarette packets now have prominent health warnings that alert us to the…
Why the government should tax unhealthy food and subsidize healthy foods
In an Australian report published today, we show that the government could improve health for Australians by combining taxes and subsidies.…