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Soft white bread doesn’t have a “crack” to its crust.

Soft white bread is a con – no matter what the boffins do to it

Scientists reckon they can create a loaf with all the nutrition of wholemeal, but that isn’t necessarily something to celebrate, says William Sitwell.

  • William Sitwell
Black coffee.

Is your morning brew actually healthy? Eight benefits of drinking black coffee

From reducing the risk of diabetes to staving off Alzheimer’s and cancer, your daily caffeine hit may be more powerful than you realise.

  • Emily Craig

A dietitian’s guide to food additives – and which ones to avoid

Ingredients such as emulsifiers, thickeners, stabilisers, colours and flavours are an essential part of modern-day food manufacturing. But are there some we should steer clear of?

  • Susie Burrell
Junk food addiction: it’s a serious problem.

How to tell if you’re addicted to junk food (and what to do about it)

Experts say ‘junk food syndrome’ is a growing problem, with obesity levels soaring thanks to our troubled eating habits.

  • David Cox
Nutritionist, dietitian and writer Sarah Pound.

This nutritionist’s fuss-free meals made her a social media star. She’s now our new recipe writer

Let Sarah Pound help ease your midweek cooking stress with her practical advice and family-friendly recipes that we know you’ll love.

  • Megan Johnston
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One-tray cheesy tomato and basil chicken strips.

These cheesy one-tray chicken tenders from Sarah Pound will feed the whole fam

Plus three other quick dishes by our new columnist and recipe writer, including a shortcut to easy meatballs.

  • Sarah Pound
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What does Australia’s cooking queen make herself for dinner? It’s so simple (and you’ll want it too)

On the 20th anniversary of her Kitchen Garden Foundation, the beloved chef and cookbook author shares her kitchen wisdom and favourite spots to eat out.

  • Jane Rocca
Soluble fibre is found in oats, legumes and fruits, and dissolves with water to form a gel-like substance.

Why fibre is the unsung hero in our diet (and how to eat more of it)

Protein, carbs and fats often hog the headlines but let’s not forget the importance of dietary fibre, the “quiet achiever” essential for long-term health.

  • Anna Magee
Wholemeal or rye bread is a good option for those who can’t tolerate grain bread.

A dietitian ranks eight popular supermarket breads (and reveals her favourite loaves)

From high-fibre to low-carb, the range of products in the bakery aisle is ever expanding. So how do you choose the right slice?

  • Susie Burrell
Burgers might look tasty – but are they good for you?

Is there such a thing as healthy takeaway? A dietitian’s guide to what to pick if you just can’t quit

It might be hard to resist the lure of a take-home pizza or stir-fry, but are there other convenient and tasty takeaway options that are better for your health?

  • Susie Burrell