Making the choice to raise a vegetarian child can be challenging and sometimes daunting. But don't despair - being a vegetarian is healthy and rewarding. More parents are choosing vegetarianism in their search for alternative lifestyles and children
With so many people developing allergies to dairy there has been a mass flocking to soy. Unfortunately though, this interest has lead to the marketing of soy derived products. The negative consequences of consuming these foods are currently being collated
Australia has the highest incidence of skin cancer in the world, so it's no wonder we're so cautious of the sun. Like everything in life though, extremes can also be dangerous and by avoiding the sun you may be causing more harm than you reali
Sounds too good to be true doesn't it…children's birthday parties without themed plastic matching plate, cup and party bag and without the hefty price tag either. One of the perils of having children in the modern day is the perceived n
Food additives, preservatives, colourings, sugar…hyperactivity! With three very active boys of my own, I try to have healthier birthday parties for my children. It never ceases to amaze me how sugar and additives can affect children's behavio
Are you worried that your child is a junk-food addict? You are not alone. One of the most common complaints among concerned mothers is that their children are hooked on potato chips, buscuits, ice-cream, and soft drink. Excess snacking on unhealthy foods
Goat and cow's milk are nutritionally similar, though definitely not equal. The main difference is that goats milk has smaller fat globules. This helps to lessen the strain on a childs immature digestive system. Consequently, goat's milk may r
I come from a background where food was very important. Cooking has always been a passion for me. When Kasper was first diagnosed as autistic in 2001 and the decision was made to experiment with a gluten-free and casein free diet, the challenge was on to
Gluten free cakes and allergy free cakes can be delicious. These recipes make cakes which you could serve without people even realising they do not contain gluten or other allergens. Allergy-free baking does need precision. You need to be precise with mea
Genetically engineered (GE) foods pose new health risks. Yet Food Authority(ANZFA) exemptions mean most GE foods remain unlabelled. Twenty one different varieties of GE soy, corn, canola, potato, cotton and sugarbeet imported from North America, and Austr
