Vitamin D is both a nutrient we eat and a hormone our bodies make. We need vitamin D, but it doesn't all have to come from your diet. That’s important to know because there are few foods that are reliable sources of vitamin D. If you spend enough time in the sun, then your body can make all the vitamin D it needs.

Diet alone is unable to treat or cure cancer. But there are diet and lifestyle strategies you can use to reduce your risk of developing cancer. Diet and exercise are also an important part of cancer treatment.

Sugary drinks are a major contributor to the amount of added sugar in the Australian diet. There are also numerous health problems linked to sugary drinks, including obesity, tooth decay and type 2 diabetes. When it comes to your health, you’re better off limiting how many sugary drinks you drink.

Diabetes is a serious health condition that comprises two main but different conditions: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. A healthy diet can help to manage diabetes and prevent other health complications.

Intermittent fasting is an approach to eating that alternates between periods of fasting and eating. And whilst intermittent fasting can work well for some people, it is not a magic bullet to improved health. There are also some groups of people who should give intermittent fasting a miss.

Following a diet rich in fibre-containing foods has many health benefits. Learn about the different types of fibre and its role in good gut health.