Sophie ButcherOct 31, 20172 minChoosing the best olive oil for your family's healthI went to the supermarket yesterday to buy some olive oil and I was struck by all the options: extra virgin, extra light, extra mild, del...
Sophie ButcherOct 19, 20172 minFamily meals: the key to healthy childrenChildren and adolescents who eat family meals are more likely to eat better, be healthier and feel better about themselves according to t...
Sophie ButcherSep 27, 20172 minTaking the stress out of feeding your kidsBeing a parent I am aware of the stress that providing healthy, balanced meals that your children will also enjoy can add to your mental ...
Sophie ButcherAug 21, 20171 minMood Food ConnectionLatest scientific research from the Food and Mood centre, a collaborative research centre led by Deakin University in Australia, has show...
Sophie ButcherJul 21, 20172 minBrain foodYour brain is made up of about 60% fat and runs on glucose (mainly from carbohydrates) for fuel. Just like the rest of your body, it need...
Sophie ButcherJun 12, 20171 minEggs: a quick, easy and nutritious solution to mealsAre you stuck for meal ideas that are quick, easy and nutritious? Especially if you are busy or have little kids running around demanding...
Sophie ButcherJun 5, 20171 minHealthy eating at St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, GeelongWe had a great day teaching grade 2 children at St Patrick's Catholic Primary School in Geelong about the importance of healthy eating. T...
Sophie ButcherJun 5, 20171 minEat your greens: magnesium and exerciseMagnesium is involved in many processes that affect muscle function including oxygen uptake, energy production and electrolyte balance. I...
Sophie ButcherJun 5, 20171 minHydration in exerciseWhen exercising don't forget to drink plenty of water before, during and after your workout. Many of us forget about the importance of si...
Sophie ButcherJun 5, 20172 minStabilise & Repair: The importance of good sources of protein in exercise & weight lossProtein is an essential building block for every cell in your body and it's importance in exercise and weight loss is paramount. The key ...