Category: lifestyle

Bread and potatoes are daily staples for some people, but it can be good to alternate with lighter options too. In her latest Q&A session for HIF, Susie Burrell answers Dermot's concerns about diet and explores some lighter food options that would make good substitutes.

"Wisdom Teeth Extraction" – sounds scary doesn't it? But don't worry, it's a very common procedure. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma discusses the various issues that can arise and explains some reasons why preventative removal of wisdom teeth may be an option worth considering.

Need ideas for an afternoon snack, weekend brunch, or simply something to pop in your lunchbox? Why not try this Golden Vegetable Fritter recipe, provided by Susie Burrell.

Did you know that unlike most fruits, vegetables contain virtually no calories? In her latest article for HIF, Susie discusses the important role vegetables play in your daily diet and offers some great tips to ensure your body gets all the nutrients it needs.

If you're thinking of a light and tasty evening meal why not try this delicious 'Brown Rice Salad With Garlic Lemon Dressing' recipe provided by nutritionist Susie Burrell. It's always nice when healthy and tasty comes together in a meal, and this dish is a perfect example!

Dental implants can be a great alternative to partial dentures, and are currently considered the "gold standard" for replacing missing teeth. In her latest article for HIF, Dr Emma discuses the advantages and disadvantages of dental implants.

Are you obsessed with carbs? Or more to the point, obsessed with cutting them out? In this article Susie discusses the important role carbs play in your daily diet and explains how choosing the correct carbohydrate, as well as the correct portion size, is far more relevant to weight control than simply eliminating them completely.

How does marinated chicken, seared onions, capsicum, mushrooms and flour tortillas sound for dinner tonight? (yummy, right?!) This week's recipe of chicken fajitas with light sour cream serves four people and is a great option if you want a meal that's quick and easy to make.

Did you miss HIF's LIVE Facebook Chat with resident dental health expert, Dr Emma? Don't worry, the full transcript can be viewed here! We have lots more live Q&A sessions planned for the next few months, so watch this space for further information.

Struggling with ideas for your child's lunchbox? In this article for HIF, Susie discuses the five core sections which make up the ultimate school lunchbox and provides a simple formula to ensure YOU achieve the perfect nutritional balance for your children.

Exciting news! On Friday 8 February Susie Burrell will take control of our Tweetchat page for 30 minutes to answer any health and wellbeing questions you may have, right there and then.