Nostalgia and friends drive our festive food coma

Why do we stuff ourselves so full at Christmas? It’s not just the food we love, but the memories of happy times in the past and the company of family and friends in the present.

Why do we love to hate vegans?

More and more people are adopting plant-based diets in Australia and other western nations but it appears that resentment towards vegans and vegetarians is also on the rise. A little more compassion and understanding on both sides might be in order.

Australians’ diet choices are affecting their health

As we age, our food and nutrient requirements change. However, according to a new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, one thing remains consistent across all ages: the quality of our diet is poor.

Healthy diets offer a cost-effective treatment for depression

Simple improvements to diet have been shown to be a cost-effective way to help treat depression, in a world-first study from Deakin University.