Allied Health & Aging > Nutrition & dietetics

Peerless Foods Vita-lite Canola and Tablelands Original PCP spreads

01 May, 2021

Vita-lite Canola and Tablelands Original Spread Portion Control Packs from Peerless Foods are designed to meet the ongoing diverse diets of patients in hospitals and aged care.


CSIRO releases Junk Food Analyser

14 April, 2021

To help Australians improve their diets, CSIRO has launched a free online tool to provide the community with a greater understanding of their discretionary food intake.


The importance of quality nutrition in aged care

01 April, 2021

Receiving the right amount and quality of food through a varied diet helps to maintain good health for aged care residents.


Microbial enzyme in gut may impact drug response

22 March, 2021 by Christine Stewart, Registered Nurse, Nutritionist and Clinical Application Specialist with Microba Insight

Understanding a person's potential to produce microbial beta-glucuronidase in their gut may be key in understanding individual drug responses.


Early nut introduction linked to fall in infant peanut allergy

03 March, 2021

Changes to food allergy guidelines have led to a significant increase in parents introducing peanut into their babies' diets, with a 16% decrease in peanut allergy among infants.


Low-carb diet drives type 2 diabetes remission

18 January, 2021

International researchers — including those from CSIRO — have found that consuming fewer carbs can potentially put type 2 diabetes into remission.


Food packaging — why is it so important?

02 November, 2020

SPC ProVital's portion-controlled cups have been developed using the guidelines established by Arthritis Australia to achieve a +8 rating and an Easy-to-Open Certification.


SPC strategically invests in The Kuisine Company

12 October, 2020

At full rollout, the contract will require the provision of nine million meals per annum to NSW hospitals.


Fibre and the "secret ingredient" in pear and prune juice for optimal bowel health

15 September, 2020

SPC's ProVital pear and prune juices are a tasty and convenient way to add variety to the day and, combined with a high fibre diet, will help keep your digestive system healthy.


Health warning for high-heat meat

08 September, 2020

Culinary experts recommend high-heat caramelisation to boost the flavour of meat, but results from a recent study reveal that it could be bad for our health.


Peerless Foods Vita-lite Canola Spread portion control 10 g

01 August, 2020

Vita-lite Canola Spread is a cholesterol-free, dairy-free, vegan, halal spread with no artificial colours or flavours.


Are you getting enough protein and fibre?

01 July, 2020

As you get older, it's important to continue to eat nutritious foods to maintain good health.


White paper examines role of nutrients and herbs in immune function

27 May, 2020

Blackmores Institute has released a white paper investigating the evidence-based use of nutritional supplements and herbal medicines to support immune function.


Smart patch tracks body's response to diet

08 May, 2020

A wearable is being developed by Melbourne-based Nutromics to measure key dietary biomarkers and help wearers track how their bodies respond to different foods.


SPC and the importance of food safety

01 May, 2020

It is now more important than ever for the food industry to be providing safe food choices that support our local agricultural economy.


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