News – Nutrition Australia

Festive food and drink tips

Leanne Elliston — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 21:10:41 +0000

As the end of the year draws near and festive outings take place, we are undoubtedly surrounded with more food, drinks and general temptation to indulge. Whilst most of these festive foods are generally high in sugar, fat and salt, this is not time to be hard on yourself and miss out on the fun. Our senior dietitian, Leanne Elliston explains how you can enjoy the festive food fun without the guilt...

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Nutrition Australia NSW: COVID-19 Service and Programs Update

Laura Baker — Thu, 05 Aug 2021 10:36:10 +0000

Valued members, clients, volunteers and supporters, We are closely monitoring the impacts and concerns associated with the current Sydney Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Our thoughts are with anyone who is impacted by these difficult times, particularly those who feel more isolated in the community. As we work towards protecting the health of our communities, the NSW Government has advised that...

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Nutrition Australia NSW celebrates Diwali 2020

NA NSW — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 03:11:40 +0000

Symbolising the spiritual victory of light over darkness and new beginnings, this revered festival holds a special place in our hearts. The festival extends for five days from November 12 th, with major celebrations on November 14th. Food and family are at the centre of Diwali celebrations – just one of the many festivals and celebrations across the world that showcase the importance of food in...

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ACT releases food literacy program manual

Leanne Elliston — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 12:27:57 +0000

As part of it’s Nourish’n’Nurture diabetes prevention program Nutrition Australia ACT have developed a Food Literacy Program Manual. This manual has been designed for use by support workers, health staff and educators within the domains of family and child support services. It can be used to support the delivery of hands on food preparation activities in addition to being a source of easy to read...

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ACT launches food hamper cookbook

Leanne Elliston — Tue, 18 Aug 2020 21:08:25 +0000

We were given a challenge and we accepted. To develop a suite of recipes using core ingredients from the Canberra Relief Network food hamper with just an electric fry pan and a microwave oven! Check out our resultant cookbook. You won’t believe how incredibly easy, cheap and tasty these dishes are. Click here to download your copy.

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New partnership between Nutrition Australia Qld and Bicycle Queensland

NA QLD — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 01:29:08 +0000

Nutrition Australia Qld has developed a strong partnership with Bicycle Queensland through the collaboration of a range of in person and online projects and events. Our partnership with the leading voice of Queensland’s cycling community enables us to work together to provide credible nutrition information to Bicycle Queensland’s active members and consumers. “We first started working with Carly...

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New partnership between Nutrition Australia Qld and Motto Motto

NA QLD — Wed, 17 Jun 2020 23:45:59 +0000

Nutrition Australia Qld (NAQ) has collaborated with Motto Motto, a food retail business who offer fast-casual Japanese dining to their customers. NAQ provided detailed nutrition information through the analysis of the Motto Motto menu, supporting the food retail business to be more transparent with their customers and to aid in future recipe development. NAQ would like to congratulate Motto Motto...

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Nutrition and Mood – What’s the Connection?

NA NSW — Sat, 06 Jun 2020 05:10:01 +0000

The last few months have forced us all to prioritise our health as we protect ourselves and others from COVID-19. But as job losses, social isolation and anxiety over the future take their toll; our current situation has also caused a huge amount of stress for many of us. And while we’re now beginning to ease restrictions on social distancing, the mental health of many Australians is still at risk...

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COVID-19 Food Hampers – More than just food

NA NSW — Sat, 30 May 2020 04:44:49 +0000

Many people across NSW have struggled with access to food over the last few months. NANSW has been assisting these families in need by delivering Food Hampers – packed with fresh fruit & veg and nutritious staples. Our latest Food Hamper’s were packed with seasonal fruits, such as pears and mandarins, veggies, including pumpkin, carrots, broccoli, as well as staples of pasta, tuna, rice and more!

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Free Virtual Cooking Demonstration

NA NSW — Fri, 29 May 2020 08:09:17 +0000

Are you looking for healthy snacks to prepare from home? When home is your office, it can be a challenge to keep your nutrition in check. Many find themselves walking between the pantry, the fridge, and back to the pantry – waiting for snack-inspiration to strike. Inevitably, we often go for the quickest or easiest food available, but it might not give us the nutrients we really need to boost...

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