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Low FODMAP diets

A low FODMAP diet can help with the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Read about low FODMAP diets and when to see a dietitian.

Glycaemic index (GI)

The glycaemic index (GI) is a ranking of carbohydrate foods based on their immediate effect on blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. Learn more here.

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are an important part of a balanced diet. Learn more about where to find healthy carbohydrates and what the glycaemic index (GI) is.

Iron deficiency

Iron is an essential mineral for your body. Low iron levels can cause anaemia. Read about how iron deficiency can lead to health problems.

How to read food labels

Food labels contain detailed nutrition information about packaged foods. Learn how to make informed decisions when shopping for food for your family.

Arsenic

Arsenic is a naturally occurring chemical found in water, food and soil that is toxic when someone is exposed to a significant amount.

Ketogenic diet

A ketogenic or 'keto' diet is very low in carbohydrates. It is sometimes used as a complementary treatment — like for epilepsy in children.

Sugar

Learn more about both natural and added sugars, sweet substitutes and how to reduce your intake to help prevent conditions such as obesity.

Neutropenia

Neutropenia is a condition with low neutrophil (white blood cell) levels, increasing infection risk. Seek help if you have neutropenia and a fever.

Ultra-processed foods: what are they and which ones should I avoid?

Ultra-processed foods are ready-to-eat products made in factories, mostly, lacking the nutrients you need for good health. Here’s a list.

Phenylketonuria

Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inherited problem with breaking down protein. With diagnosis and the right diet, people with PKU can live a normal life.

Rickets

Rickets is a bone disease that can affect children with lack of vitamin D. Find out about the symptoms and treatments for rickets.

Dopamine

Dopamine is a chemical messenger in the brain with many roles. Imbalances are related to mental illness, addiction and Parkinson’s disease.

Healthy food swaps

Need help to meet your health goals such as reducing your blood pressure or cholesterol? See healthdirect’s list of healthier food alternatives.

Anorexia nervosa

Anorexia nervosa is a serious mental illness and an eating disorder: It is not a choice. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment of anorexia.

Kilojoules

Kilojoules are the way to measure both the energy in food and drink and the energy the body uses. Find out more about kilojoules and how many you need.

Dairy foods

Dairy foods such as milk, yoghurt and cheese are rich sources of many vitamins and minerals, including calcium, which is essential to bone health.

Foods high in iron

The best sources of iron are animal-based foods like meat and eggs (called 'haem iron'), but many plant-based foods also contain (non-haem) iron.

Lactose intolerance

Lactose intolerance is the inability to digest lactose, or milk sugar. Learn more about testing, symptoms and treatment for lactose intolerance.

Osteopenia

If you have osteopenia, your bones are weaker than normal. Osteopenia is less severe than osteoporosis but you need to take care if you're at risk.

Potassium deficiency

Potassium is a mineral that helps nerves and muscles function properly. Read more about potassium deficiency, symptoms, diagnosis and causes.

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.

Vitamin D and your health

Vitamin D is important for our health. Read about sources of vitamin D – sunlight and foods – and what happens if we don’t get enough vitamin D.

Magnesium deficiency

Magnesium deficiency is when the body doesn’t get all the magnesium it needs. Read more about magnesium deficiency symptoms, diagnosis and causes.

Obesity

Obesity is a term used to describe being overweight. It can lead to symptoms that affect your life. Learn about BMI, prevention and treatment options.

Changes to your appetite

Eating more or less than usual, and gaining or losing weight suddenly may be a sign you need to see a doctor. Learn more on why your appetite changes.

Binge-eating disorder (BED)

Binge-eating disorder (BED) is a mental health issue that involves eating large amounts of food even after you feel full. Learn more about BED here.

Gastroparesis

Gastroparesis is a condition in which the muscles around your stomach don't work properly. Although gastroparesis cannot be cured, the symptoms can be relieved.

Flatulence

Flatulence is the passing of air or gas from the intestine and through the anus, often accompanied by a sound and smell. Read more about flatulence.

Morning sickness

Morning sickness is a feeling of nausea or the experience of vomiting during pregnancy. Find out what you can do to relieve it.

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Search results for: "low joule foods"

Life stage

Low FODMAP diets

Glycaemic index (GI)

Carbohydrates

Iron deficiency

How to read food labels

Arsenic

Ketogenic diet

Sugar

Neutropenia

Ultra-processed foods: what are they and which ones should I avoid?

Phenylketonuria

Rickets

Dopamine

Healthy food swaps

Anorexia nervosa

Kilojoules

Dairy foods

Foods high in iron

Lactose intolerance

Osteopenia

Potassium deficiency

Foods high in iodine

Vitamin D and your health

Magnesium deficiency

Obesity

Changes to your appetite

Binge-eating disorder (BED)

Gastroparesis

Flatulence

Morning sickness

Life stage

Low FODMAP diets

Glycaemic index (GI)

Carbohydrates

Iron deficiency

How to read food labels

Arsenic

Ketogenic diet

Sugar

Neutropenia

Ultra-processed foods: what are they and which ones should I avoid?

Phenylketonuria

Rickets

Dopamine

Healthy food swaps

Anorexia nervosa

Kilojoules

Dairy foods

Foods high in iron

Lactose intolerance

Osteopenia

Potassium deficiency

Foods high in iodine

Vitamin D and your health

Magnesium deficiency

Obesity

Changes to your appetite

Binge-eating disorder (BED)

Gastroparesis

Flatulence

Morning sickness

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