Nutrition
17 Apr 2012
More omega-3 health benefits being uncovered
After decades of research, scientists continue to uncover the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids – and there are many more discoveries yet to come, according to a University of Adelaide nutrition researcher being honoured for his lifetime of achievement in this field. Bob Gibson, Professor of Functional Food Science…
Lungs
24 Aug 2011
Exposure to magnetic fields in pregnancy linked to increased asthma risk
Women with high exposure to magnetic fields during pregnancy may have a higher risk of asthma in their children, according to a Kaiser Permanente study appearing online in the Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. In this prospective study, researchers compared the daily magnetic-field exposure of 801 pregnant women in…
Blood
12 Apr 2011
Vegetable Lasagne with a Twist
A recipe for a calcium rich vegetable lasagna. Suitable for vegetarians, this recipe tastes fantastic served hot or cold with a side salad. Contains spinach,…
Blood
29 Mar 2011
Sweet potato and date salad
A deliciously healthy salad recipe packed with essential nutrients like calcium, vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids. Lisa's sweet potato salad makes a great side…
Blood
29 Mar 2011
Spinach and Baked Veggie Salad
This low-fat spinach recipe makes a healthy light meal, entrée or side dish, and is perfect for people who are following a cholesterol-free diet or…
Blood
29 Mar 2011
Tomato and Vegetable Stew
This very low fat recipe makes a healthy tomato and vegetable stew that's perfect with wholegrain rice or pasta for a nutritious family meal. It's…
Blood
24 Mar 2011
Spicy Asian Prawns
A perfect recipe for summer BBQs with flair. These chilli and garlic marinated prawns take just five minutes to cook and are bound to be…
Nutrition
22 Mar 2011
Vaccine hope for seafood allergies
Seafood lovers who have had a bad reaction to fish or shellfish may soon be able to still enjoy their favourite fare thanks to innovative research by a James Cook University researcher. Senior Lecturer Andreas Lopata recently joined JCU in the Discipline of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, from RMIT University…
Blood
22 Mar 2011
Steamed Tofu
Fool your friends with this healthy, impressive looking dish, suitable for an entrée or fancy finger food. It takes just 30 minutes to prepare and…
