Articles
On this page you will find all our evidence-based nutrition articles. We try to cover the most topical subjects and back up our information with science.
Some articles are free to read and some require a membership. We hope you enjoy them.
Month 3 Article
Protein Powder
Last Reviewed: January 14, 2022
Protein powder. The good, the bad, and do you really need it?
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Glycemic Index
Last Reviewed: January 14, 2022
Ever heard of the glycemic index? if you have high blood sugars, you need to read this article.
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Turmeric and Health
Last Reviewed: April 7, 2022
What’s the deal with turmeric? This article focuses on how turmeric might benefit your health – read on to find out more.
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Food Delivery Subscriptions – Are they worth the money?
Last Reviewed: April 7, 2022
My Food Bag? Hello Fresh? Food delivery subscriptions – are they worth it?
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Plant-based Milk versus Dairy
Last Reviewed: April 7, 2022
Let’s talk about milk. Plant-based or dairy – which is better?
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Month 3 Article
Carbohydrate Loading
Last Reviewed: July 27, 2022
Carbohydrates are essential for training. Athletes, this article is for you.
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Type 2 Diabetes
Last Reviewed: February 4, 2022
Did you know you can bring your blood sugars back to a normal range with nutrition and exercise? You can also reverse symptoms of prediabetes. Read this article to find out more.
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Wholefood Plant-Based Diets
Last Reviewed: February 4, 2022
The following foods should be avoided if you are eating a whole food plant-based diet…
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Blood Pressure
Last Reviewed: February 4, 2022
Lifestyle interventions that have a significant effect on lowering blood pressure include…
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Gluten Free
Last Reviewed: November 22, 2022
Ever hear someone say they are ‘gluten free’? We can help you decide if gluten free is for you or not….
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Processed & Ultra-Processed Foods
Last Reviewed: November 22, 2022
Ever heard the term processed and ultra-processed foods? Let us show you how to choose the best foods for your health….
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Keto Diet – Make an Informed Choice
Last Reviewed: November 22, 2022
You’ve probably heard a lot about the Keto diet. We’re here to share what you need to know.
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What are probiotics and should I take them?
Last Reviewed: November 22, 2022
Have you heard the word probiotics and not sure what it means? We are here to share what you need to know….
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Mediterranean Diet
Last Reviewed: November 22, 2022
Ever wondered what is in a Mediterranean diet? It’s time to find out.
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Omega-3 & Omega-6 Fatty Acids
Last Reviewed: March 1, 2022
Omega-3 & Omega-6 fatty acids are essential to human health. Keep reading to find out more.
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Vegetarian & Vegan Diets – the Good & the Bad
Last Reviewed: May 16, 2022
Vegetarian and vegan diets can certainly be healthy, but it all depends on what you eat.
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Why Diets Don’t Work
Last Reviewed: November 22, 2022
There are so many reasons why diets fail. We’re here at The Food Cruncher to put you on the right path to a healthier, more sustainable way of doing things.
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Month 1 Article
Portion Sizes
Last Reviewed: May 10, 2022
What is a healthy portion size? It can be confusing, which is why we’ve made it nice and simple.
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Month 1 Article
Do Calories Matter?
Last Reviewed: May 10, 2022
Not all calories are created equal. The quality of what you eat matters. Calories definitely matter and we explain why.
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Month 1 Article
Food Swaps – How to Save Calories
Last Reviewed: March 10, 2022
We’ve got a user-friendly list of food swaps to help you save calories!
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Month 2 Article
Cholesterol
Last Reviewed: May 16, 2022
High cholesterol raises the risk of coronary heart disease. Let’s get into the small changes to your diet that can make a big impact.
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Month 5 Article
Obesity
Last Reviewed: January 18, 2022
Sadly, obesity rates around the world seem to keep on rising. We can help if you are looking to improve your health.
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Month 5 Article
Protein How Much Should I Eat?
Last Reviewed: April 6, 2022
Protein. Do you know how much protein you actually need a day? You might be surprised.
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Fat – What is it and How Much should I eat?
Last Reviewed: July 27, 2022
So much is said about fat, without the full facts being known. We’re here to help.
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Month 2 Article
Nuts
Last Reviewed: May 16, 2022
While nuts are good for you, they are high in fat. So, which types should you choose above others?
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Month 8 Article
Food Labels
Last Reviewed: March 3, 2022
Ever get confused by food labels? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Let’s help you out.
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Month 3 Article
Sugar
Last Reviewed: April 4, 2022
Want the lowdown on sugar? You’ve come to the right place.
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Month 10 Article
Food & Lifestyle as Medicine
Last Reviewed: October 18, 2021
Were you aware that lifestyle diseases are the leading cause of death in the modern world? Let’s talk about that.
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Month 5 Article
Plant-Based Diets
Last Reviewed: May 16, 2022
You’ve heard ‘plant-based diet’ a lot. But has anyone explained it properly to you? Let us help.
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Month 7 Article
Sports Drinks & Smoothies
Last Reviewed: October 18, 2022
Sports drinks and smoothies are not a golden ticket to amazing health. We’ll explain why.
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Month 4 Article
Butter & Margarine
Last Reviewed: May 16, 2022
It seems like a never-ending debate. Which is better? Butter? Or margarine?
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Month 6 Article
Salt
Last Reviewed: March 11, 2022
Generally, you don’t need to look for salt – it will find you. Too much salt is harmful to your health. We show you how to reduce your salt intake with some simple steps.
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Month 4 Article
Fibre
Last Reviewed: April 6, 2022
Fibre… are you getting enough? Don’t stress. We’re ready to help.
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Month 3 Article
Pre-Diabetes – What is it and how to prevent it
Last Reviewed: April 4, 2022
Prediabetes can be reversed. Read on to find out how.
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Month 4 Article
Carbohydrates – and why you need them
Last Reviewed: April 6, 2022
There are heaps of sources of carbohydrates. Here’s a user-friendly guide to what you should know.
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Blood Pressure Article
Dash Diet
Last Reviewed: April 6, 2022
Ever heard of the DASH diet? This eating pattern is proven to reduce blood pressure. This article tells you how.
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Coffee
Last Reviewed: February 4, 2022
Love a cup of coffee? This article is just for you.
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Month 7 Article
Alcohol
Last Reviewed: April 6, 2022
If you enjoy a drink, there are a few things about alcohol you might want to know about.
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Tea
Last Reviewed: November 22, 2022
Do you like to drink tea? Read on for some research on the number of cups a day to drink.
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