Recent research reports that a balanced diet that includes plenty of protein combined with regular resistance training improves muscle strength and muscle mass leading to stronger bones and better health outcomes.

Additionally, a higher protein diet ensures sufficient intakes of iron and zinc, plus B vitamins and minerals, resulting in better brain function in older Australians.

Fibre is essential for our wellbeing and surprisingly most of us are not getting nearly enough. We need around 25gms for women and 30gms a day for men.

Numerous studies support the important role fibre plays in helping protect the body against disease. Fibre is found in vegetables, fruit, legumes, wholegrains, nuts and seeds.

Did you know that if you are including plenty of fibre-rich foods in your diet you are probably having a healthy diet.