Quick and Easy Meals

Ever have evenings when the thought of whipping up an appealing and nutritious meal simply seems too hard? Don't worry, you're not alone! In this article for HIF, Susie discusses her top 10 quick and easy meals and also offers her advice on the staple foods every pantry should have.

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First Aid for Soft Tissue Injury Would you know how to treat a soft tissue injury? Heat…ice…rest?! According to Brian: “There is often some confusion about the most appropriate first aid action with this type of injury. However, it is very important to get it right, as the treatment decided upon will greatly impact the length of time for recovery”. In this latest post, Brian defines what exactly soft tissue is, and also explains the appropriate course of action should you suffer from this type of injury....
High Blood Pressure Do you have high blood pressure? According to HIF Health expert Susie Burrell, at least 30{c754d8f4a6af077a182a96e5a5e47e38ce50ff83c235579d09299c097124e52d} of Australian adults are currently experiencing high blood pressure. So what can be done to lower it? In her this article for HIF, Susie explores some dietary approaches to reducing blood pressure and offers her own recommendations for positive health management through nutrition. ...
Dental Health Article by Dr Emma – "Energy Drinks" How many energy drinks do you guzzle each week – one, two, seven? But hey, how bad can it be! After all, it’s just a little caffeine kick – right? Well... no, actually there’s a lot more to it than just caffeine. In fact, according to Dr Emma, a daily can of Red Bull, Monster, V or Mother is the dental equivalent of a perfect storm. In this article for HIF, Dr Emma explains the key ingredients found in energy drinks and the concerning impacts on our oral health....
Flat Belly Foods For Summer Do you suffer from a constant bloated belly? Don’t worry, you’re not alone! According to a survey of 1200 Australian women, (conducted by Body and Soul) 83{c754d8f4a6af077a182a96e5a5e47e38ce50ff83c235579d09299c097124e52d} suffered bloating, heaviness and abdominal discomfort. But what exactly causes this discomfort? Well, in most cases bloating can simply be due to indigestion or overindulgence – sound familiar? Luckily we have HIF health expert Susie Burrell on hand to offer her advice. ...
Rhubarb and Ginger Oaty Slice Hands up who loves rhubarb? As well as being delicious, did you know that rhubarb also holds some vital phyto-nutrients such as dietary fiber, poly-phenolic anti-oxidants, minerals, and vitamins? With nutritional benefits like this in mind, we thought you may be interested in this ‘Rhubarb and Ginger Oaty Slice’ recipe by HIF guest blogger, Helen of Scrummy Lane. Perfect to eat warm or cold, this dish is an ideal option if you enjoy an oaty flapjack or granola bar, plus its gluten free. ...