Allergies to seafood
Seafood allergy is complex, and most people don’t grow out of it. Find out more about the symptoms and diagnosis of seafood and fish allergy.
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Foods high in zinc
Foods high in zinc include seafood, red meat, poultry and dairy products. Learn which foods help you get enough zinc in your diet.
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Foods high in iodine
Foods high in iodine include fish, prawns and seafood, as well as iodised salt and packaged bread. Here's how to get enough iodine in your diet.
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Vegetarian and vegan diets
It's easy to be healthy on a vegetarian diet if you include plant-based foods from the 5 food groups. But a vegan diet requires extra care.
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Ciguatera poisoning
Ciguatera poisoning only comes from certain fish from warm waters and can cause severe complications. Read on for management and prevention advice.
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Antioxidants
Antioxidants can neutralise free radicals in your body. Find out about foods high in antioxidants and when you should consider taking supplements.
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Why women need iodine – and how to get more of it (hint: ice cream)
More than 4 in 10 women could be deficient in iodine, a mineral needed in pregnancy for healthy brain development in babies, reports the University of Sydney.
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Listeria and listeriosis
Listeriosis is a type of food poisoning caused by eating foods contaminated with Listeria bacteria and can be dangerous for certain people. Find out more here.
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Vitamins and minerals explained
Vitamins and minerals are necessary for the healthy functioning of our bodies. A balanced diet will meet most of your needs by the foods you eat.
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Protein
Getting your daily protein is essential to a healthy diet, especially at certain times of your life when your cells need to grow or repair.
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