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  1. Fish

    Eating 2 or more serves of fish per week can reduce the risk of a range of diseases including dementia, depression and cardiovascular disease.

  2. Dietary fat

    Animal products and processed foods like fried fast food are generally high in saturated fats.

  3. Diet and heart disease risk

    A diet low in saturated fats and high in fibre and plant food can substantially reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

  4. Triglycerides

    If a person habitually eats more kilojoules than they burn, they will have raised triglyceride levels in the blood.

  5. Soybeans and soy foods

    Soybeans and soy foods may reduce the risk of a range of health problems, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, coronary heart disease and some cancers, as well as improving bone health.

  6. Arthritis and diet

    No special diet or 'miracle food' can cure arthritis, but some conditions may be helped by avoiding or including certain foods.

  7. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder - therapies

    Children with ADHD may benefit from medication or other therapies, or a combination of both.

  8. Cereals and wholegrain foods

    Common cereal foods include bread, breakfast cereals and pasta.

  9. Fishing - eat your catch with care

    People who fish in the Lower Yarra and Maribyrnong rivers need to be careful about eating their catch because of the risk of chemical exposure.

  10. Bottle feeding - nutrition and safety

    Breastmilk or commercial infant formula is necessary for all babies less than 12 months.

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