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Food labels carry useful information to help you make good choices about food...
Food irradiation can kill insects, moulds and bacteria, but it cannot kill viruses...
Too much sugar in the diet can contribute to health problems, so limit foods and drinks with high amounts of added sugar...
The glycaemic index (GI) can be a useful tool to control blood sugar levels...
The humble egg is a powerhouse of nutritional goodness. Eggs are full of things your body needs. They are a great source of protein, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals (such as vitamin A, vitamin D...
Meat and poultry are a great source of protein and lots of other nutrients your body needs. Check your recommended intake of meat and poultry and try to stick with it...
Animal products and processed foods like fried fast food are generally high in saturated fats...
Too much sodium (salt) can cause high blood pressure and many other health conditions...
Chemicals such as pesticides, antibiotics and hormones are used to boost food production and ensure adequate food supply...
The human body can't store protein, so it must be supplied daily from the foods we eat...