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Why food labels like ‘good’ and ‘bad’ are unhelpful when feeding children?
If you’re a parent, you’ve most likely felt the heavy burden of responsibility to get your child to eat nutritious everyday foods. Over recent decades, the language around food has changed and we’re more likely to hear foods categorised as either ‘good’ or ‘bad’ foods, especially when communicating with children.
What is the “Only sometimes and in small amounts” section?
The “Only sometimes and in small amounts” section of the Australian Guide to Healthy Eating is a group of foods that don’t quite fit into any of the core five food groups.
Healthy eating for preschoolers
Healthy eating means enjoying a wide variety of nutritious foods every day from each of the five food groups. Many parents will agree it can be difficult to get our kids to enjoy their vegetables.
Struggling to get kids to eat healthy
food at home?
Often, children are anxious about eating foods which they aren’t familiar with or when they feel pressured to eat.
What does
‘eating in season’ mean?
‘Eating in season’ refers to buying and eating fruits and vegetables close to the time they have been picked within the natural growing season of the food.
Tackling food waste
Sustainability is on most people’s minds these days. Did you know that over 30% of food waste occurs in the home?
School in the spotlight: Herne Hill Primary School
Herne Hill Primary School is just one of the examples of the incredible impact the nom! Schools program is having across Western Australia.
How to build a healthy meal
With a wide range of foods, recipes and nutrition information available to us, it is becoming increasingly difficult to distinguish which foods are healthy options.
Sneak peek: Our 13th recipe booklet is on the way!
We have been inspiring families and educators since 2011 with creative, practical, and fun recipe booklets and we’re thrilled to announce that our 13th edition is nearly ready.
The Great Unwaste
The Great Unwaste campaign offers practical tips to help households reduce food waste, lower their cost of living, and protect the environment.
Spotlight on Skye
We’re thrilled to celebrate not just a sporting milestone, but also the achievements of our very own nutritionist, Skye Lombardi, who played a pivotal role in Bayswater Football Club’s historic 2025 season.
Eating healthy for less in 2026
Healthy food can sometimes feel out of reach, but choosing foods from the five core food groups, like fruit and vegetables, grains, dairy and meat varieties can often be cheaper and greater value for money than convenience foods.
Healthy meals made easy with Superhero Foods
Finding an easy dinner to cook can feel overwhelming when you’re tired, busy, and out of ideas and you’re certainly not alone.
How to build simple, practical and healthy lunchboxes
Packing lunchboxes every morning can feel like a big job especially when you’re juggling busy mornings, hungry kids and trying to keep things healthy.
Meal prep for families
Meal planning and meal prep are strategies you can utilise to save time during the week when you need a healthy meal in a hurry.
Budget friendly time savers that won’t cost you or the environment
Quick fixes in the kitchen can sometimes cost more and create extra waste. The good news is that saving time does not have to mean spending more or harming the environment.