Be the change you want to see in the world this Mother’s Day 

Be the change you want to see in the world this Mother’s Day 

Have we lost our way as mothers? Being a mum for the first time is a daunting process, and it doesn’t get any easier as the next lot of siblings arrive. As mothers, we have the ability to change the trajectory of not only our own children but the world.  We for the...
When is a fruit or vegetable not a fruit or vegetable?

When is a fruit or vegetable not a fruit or vegetable?

Last week I went to visit my brother in The Blue Mountains. Every day we hiked the glorious walks of the area, my favourite was the Grand Canyon track. It was a wonderful week. My brother likes to eat like me; quality real foods made from scratch with the family...
Let’s talk all about synthetic biology – a synthetic route to natural

Let’s talk all about synthetic biology – a synthetic route to natural

Synthetic biology, bioengineering, biodesign and biotechnology are just some of the names that are being used to describe the production of a relatively new wave of ingredients in our food supply. This science behind synthetic biology is not new. Insulin the...
22 Myth of Modern Diet and Nutrition

22 Myth of Modern Diet and Nutrition

I studied at Deakin University in the early 1980’s to become a dietitian. After completing my BSc majoring in Nutrition to be able to do a diploma in Dietetics, I decided not to proceed as I didn’t agree with what I was taught. Nearly four decades later and many of...