If you have the basics, making your own salad dressing can be quick and easy.
1 Feb 2012 |
CHOICE reviews prepared French, Italian and Caesar salad dressings for nutrition and taste.
Time to reform country-of-origin labelling
24 Jan 2012 |
CHOICE wants Australian governments to improve country-of-origin labelling on food for retail sale.
Food products contaminated with Staphylococcus may cause illness if consumed.
23 Jan 2012 |
Backa Australia is recalling Chabi due to a microbial (Staphylococcus) contamination.
Scan your way to healthier food choices.
19 Jan 2012 |
Consumers can now use their iPhones to scan food barcodes and instantly see traffic light information thanks to an app developed by The George Institute and BUPA.
Food products contaminated with E.coli may cause illness if consumed.
18 Jan 2012 |
Gippsland Sprout Co is recalling Flowerdale Farm mung beans and Gippsland Sprout mung beans due to a microbial contamination.
CHOICE says the draft legislation for new chemicals reforms needs improvement
5 Jan 2012 |
The draft legislation for the Australian Government’s reforms to agricultural and veterinary chemicals needs to be improved.
The product may contain bone fragments.
4 Jan 2012 |
Coles Supermarkets Pty Ltd is recalling Coles Chicken and Vegetable Pies as the product may contain bone fragments.
E.Coli contamination may result in food poisoning.
3 Jan 2012 |
SA Sprouts is recalling "Natural Sprouts" and "SA Sprouts" due to microbial contamination (E.Coli).
Swap, share and rent your way to a better future.
30 Dec 2011 |
Consumer sharing is growing in popularity to meet today’s buyer demands. It’s energy efficient, environmentally friendly and cost effective, and it’s now easier than ever.
A flatbed microwave is convenient but it's those with the turntables that still dominate the list.
19 Dec 2011 |
We review 27 microwaves priced from $109 to $490 to find out which models perform the best, and are the easiest to use.
The use of dimethoate has been suspended due to potential health risks.
19 Dec 2011 |
There is good news for consumers with the suspension of the use of the pesticide dimethoate due to potential health risks.
The results are a mixed bag.
13 Dec 2011 |
Ministers have handed down their decisions on the future of food labelling, and the menu contains mixed results for consumers.
Over 3700 consumers joined the call for traffic light labels.
9 Dec 2011 |
More than 3700 signatures and CHOICE’s open letter were sent to food and health ministers from around Australia.
Over 3700 consumers joined the call for traffic light labels.
9 Dec 2011 |
More than 3700 signatures and CHOICE’s open letter were sent to food and health ministers from around Australia.
Not all organic baby food is created equal.
30 Nov 2011 |
Our review of 136 baby food varieties for under 1s has found there’s more to (or sometimes less of) these products than meets the eye.
These gift ideas will please any budding amateur chef.
29 Nov 2011 |
CHOICE picks the kitchen gadgets that will make great Christmas presents for anyone who loves to cook.
A new report finds the front-of-pack labelling system is too confusing for consumers to understand.
28 Nov 2011 |
Research has confirmed CHOICE's long-held belief that Percentage Daily Intake labels are confusing and based on inconsistent serving sizes.
The recall of the product is due to high levels of naturally occurring iodine.
16 Nov 2011 |
Regular consumption of these products may cause health problems in some people including pregnant and breastfeeding women.
An increased pH level in the beverage may cause fermentation and a risk of the product shattering.
20 Oct 2011 |
Bundaberg Brewed Drinks Pty Ltd is recalling Burgundee Creaming Soda because of an increased risk of the product shattering.
Food products have been contaminated with salmonella and may cause illness if consumed.
14 Oct 2011 |
Paton's Macadamia Plantations Pty Ltd is recalling varieties of its chocolate macadamia nuts due to the presence of salmonella bacteria.
Read nutrition labels carefully - a 'low-fat' claim doesn't mean it's healthy.
6 Oct 2011 |
CHOICE reviews a range of desserts marketed with low-fat labelling from the fridge and freezer section of supermarkets.
23 Sep 2011 |
The food industry’s response to CHOICE’s Shame the Claim campaign has missed the point and simply added to consumers’ confusion.
The National Heart Foundation is ending its Tick licensing program in the takeaway food industry.
22 Sep 2011 |
The National Heart Foundation has announced it is scrapping its Tick licensing program in the takeaway food industry, citing its desire to broaden its work across the takeaway and catering sector.
A sandwich press is a handy appliance if you like cafe-style lunches
21 Sep 2011 |
Our latest test reveals which sandwich makers will easily turn your favourite sangers into mouthwatering snacks.
Metal fragments have been found on Mainland's 200g and 400g packs of Extra Tasty Cheddar Cheese.
21 Sep 2011 |
Food products containing metal fragments may cause injury if consumed.
The brownie mixes contain an undeclared allergen, milk.
14 Sep 2011 |
Any consumers who have a milk allergy or intolerance may have a reaction if the product is consumed.
We reviewed 159 mueslis to find the best ones for you, whatever your preferences.
17 Aug 2011 |
CHOICE reviews 159 mueslis from supermarkets and health food stores to find those that meet our criteria for lowest fat, lowest sugar, highest fibre and more.
CHOICE welcomes NSW food hygiene rating trial as important step for consumers
10 Aug 2011 |
CHOICE welcomes the New South Wales Food Authority’s announcement of a year-long, voluntary ‘Scores on Doors’ restaurant hygiene rating trial.
Ceramic cooktops have the looks, and they perform well too.
1 Aug 2011 |
Ceramic radiant cooktops have streamlined good looks, easy-to-clean surfaces and a mid-range price tag. Which ones perform best?
You can spend big bucks on a juicer, but one of the cheapest models on test comes equal first.
6 Jul 2011 |
We test a range of centrifugal and non-centrifugal juicers and find a high price tag doesn't necessarily mean outstanding performance.
Aussie households bin close to three million tonnes of food each year.
28 Jun 2011 |
CHOICE explains how you can do your bit to reduce household food waste, save money and help the environment in the process.
An overwhelming proportion of kids foods are far from healthy.
22 Jun 2011 |
CHOICE compares the nutritional panels of various products to help consumers make more informed choices about foods for their children.
CHOICE has joined with the Australian Food and Grocery Council to propose options for a Supermarket Ombudsman
20 Apr 2011 |
CHOICE and the Australian Food and Grocery Council are calling for the establishment of a Supermarket Ombudsman
A staggering 24 million tonnes of waste material goes into Australian landfill each year. You can help reduce that figure.
14 Apr 2011 |
Reducing household waste can be as easy as altering household disposal systems. CHOICE shows you some ways to make your home greener.
Believe it or not, Kraft introduces cheese products that can actually help lower cholesterol levels.
5 Apr 2011 |
One of the main things people with high cholesterol cut down on is cheese. These new Kraft products could be a welcome addition to some fridges.
CHOICE is pushing for a national scores on doors program
30 Mar 2011 |
CHOICE would like to see a national 'scores on doors' restaurant hygiene scheme.
How to make lasagna step by step
8 Feb 2011 |
A delicious recipe for the whole family.
How to make lasagna step by step
8 Feb 2011 |
A delicious recipe for the whole family.
Creamy, premium or low-fat: which vanilla ice-cream suits your taste?
31 Jan 2011 |
CHOICE puts our members and staff to the test to find out which vanilla ice-creams taste the best.
The perfect addition to any big breakfast or a BLT on the run.
21 Jan 2011 |
Cook's CHOICE reveals how easy it is to prepare soft bacon every time.
9 Dec 2010 |
EU Ministers voted in favour of plans to extend compulsory country of origin labelling.
Indulge in this deliciously sweet cake
4 Nov 2010 |
Bake up a treat using blood oranges and pistachios
A standard cooler should keep your drinks chilled on long summer days.
1 Oct 2010 |
We give you the better options of widely available small and medium-sizes from $27 to $120.
How do the supermarket brands compare with the market leaders for taste, nutrition and value for money?
7 Sep 2010 |
CHOICE purchased a total of 163 supemarket products, across 30 different popular food items, and put them to the test.
Pizza is a popular dish but will this pizza making appliance just make its way to the back of your cupboard?
3 Sep 2010 |
We review 3 pizza ovens priced from $130 to $159.
With such a range of cooking oils on supermarket shelves, which are better for what purpose?
9 Aug 2010 |
Not all oils are equal. We tell you the right ones to use for the cooking purpose in mind.
Does paying more get you a better food processor?
2 Jul 2010 |
A food processor can slice, shred, chop and blend foods; some can also mix cakes and knead dough.
How to cook any variety of pasta
30 Jun 2010 |
CHOICE teaches you the basic steps to cooking pasta
CHOICE recipe for Guacamole
25 Jun 2010 |
A classic recipe, reloaded with fantastic flavour, try it out.
Tasty broad bean pasta
25 Jun 2010 |
Using broad beans to make a great pasta dish
CHOICE recipe for a sweet and salty salad
25 Jun 2010 |
Ingredients that may not often go together makes a great salad
A simple way with beetroot
25 Jun 2010 |
A complex root vegetable is simplified via this recipe
CHOICE easy potato bake
24 Jun 2010 |
Six ingredients - definitely simple and very tasty - creamy potato bake.
A tasty dessert topped with a mixture of fresh fruits
24 Jun 2010 |
Our national dessert, with coming back for more results .
CHOICE recipe for salsa
24 Jun 2010 |
A tasty fresh side for guacamole and other dishes
CHOICE recipe for cauliflower au gratin
24 Jun 2010 |
Quick and easy way to make cauliflower very tasty.
CHOICE recipe for indian vegetable and chicken soup
24 Jun 2010 |
A delightful combination of chicken and spices create a hearty soup
Mushroom with a hint of sage make this great pasta dish
24 Jun 2010 |
A tasty mushroom pasta with a hint of sage.
CHOICE recipe for prawns in champagne
24 Jun 2010 |
This unusual and rather hedonistic combination works with a great result
CHOICE recipe for radish with danish feta dip
24 Jun 2010 |
Sliced radish used to eat this feta dip adds a fresh taste.
CHOICE recipe for chicken, corn and brussel sprout soup
24 Jun 2010 |
An oft-maligned vegetable makes the core of this delicious soup
Add a little parsnip for a great alternative to traditional mashed potatoes
24 Jun 2010 |
Instead of potato, why not parsnip? Just as tasty with a hint of sage.
Pine mushroom risotto
24 Jun 2010 |
Delicious recipe for pine mushroom risotto and white wine.
CHOICE recipe for passionfruit butter
24 Jun 2010 |
A great accompaniment to scones, sponge cake or as a spread on toast.
A great addition to add with strawberries or scones
24 Jun 2010 |
Simple to make, this can make a perfect dessert even better
CHOICE recipe for a tasty potato and leek soup
24 Jun 2010 |
An easy to make, thick and tasty, potato and leek soup
CHOICE recipe for a delicious and simple french onion soup
24 Jun 2010 |
A hearty version of the classic french onion soup, incorporating all the goodness you know and love
CHOICE recipe for pea and ham soup, a perfect winter dinner
24 Jun 2010 |
A thick and tasty pea and ham soup
CHOICE recipe for pea and ham soup, a perfect winter dinner
24 Jun 2010 |
A thick and tasty pea and ham soup
Add a little tang to your potato salad
8 Jun 2010 |
The classic potato salad with a different companion.
Add a little tang to your potato salad
8 Jun 2010 |
The classic potato salad with a different companion.
A great accompaniment to any roasted meat
8 Jun 2010 |
Simple and naturally sweet, this recipe is a great partner.
Berry creamy delights
8 Jun 2010 |
Puns aside, these are simple and delicious.
Berry creamy delights
8 Jun 2010 |
Puns aside, these are simple and delicious.
Fast, simple and tasty salad for a hot summers day.
8 Jun 2010 |
This simple salad with a fresh, cool taste is the perfect addition to a summer BBQ.
Very few meat pies are tasty or packed with meat, while the majority are a very unappetising prospect.
18 May 2010 |
The Australian food standards authority stipulates meat pies must contain a minimum of 25% "meat flesh". But not all do.
From shelf to microwave, they're ready in minutes. But are these packaged meals any good?
3 Feb 2010 |
Supermarket shelves are crammed with shelf-stable meals, costing between $3 and $5. We sort the best from the rest.
Good nutrition messages or just good marketing?
21 Dec 2009 |
Health claims are most likely to be used on highly processed foods rather that the fresh foods we should all be eating more of.
Handheld mixers are compact and efficient helpers for the baking enthusiast.
20 Dec 2009 |
Choice tested 9 handheld mixers and found they are one of the handiest appliances to have in your kitchen.
Astute CHOICE shoppers have alerted us to the growing list of shrinking products on supermarket shelves.
16 Dec 2009 |
Let us know your additions to the list so we can investigate further.
CHOICE wants the implemention of a system that helps the greatest number of consumers.
15 Dec 2009 |
An approach to front-of-pack labelling that helps consumers make healthier food choices.
Is a new review of food labelling laws a threat or an opportunity?
2 Dec 2009 |
A new review of food labelling laws is an opportunity to improve food labels for consumers. But it could also mean watered down labelling laws to make life easier for the food industry.
These chocolate fountains are better in theory than in practice.
18 Nov 2009 |
Given the mess it creates, a chocolate fountain isn't something you'll be bringing out for every occasion.
Which food endorsement schemes help you to make healthy and sustainable food choices?
11 Nov 2009 |
What logos influence what you buy?
Food science can't replicate the creaminess of oil and eggs
20 Oct 2009 |
Traditional homemade mayonnaise is a luscious blend of oil, egg yolk and vinegar or lemon juice. Supermarket mayo can be a different beast altogether, found our taste testers.
If you’re craving an Asian-style meal, don’t expect authenticity from a jar of simmer sauce, finds the CHOICE tasting panel.
1 Aug 2009 |
CHOICE tasting panel tried 26 simmer sauces – none of them impressed and few came even close to conjuring up authentic Asian flavours.
You pay the price for organic meat, but can you be sure that what you're getting is the real deal?
30 Jul 2009 |
Organic meat is expensive to produce so you’ll pay more. But how can you be sure you’re getting what you pay for? CHOICE investigates.
More microwaves now feature sensor programs. CHOICE assesses how well they work.
9 Apr 2009 |
In microwaves, sensor programs work by measuring the amount of vapour emitted during cooking to control the cooking time and power level.
CHOICE investigates why nut allergy rates are now soaring, and what you can do if you think you have an allergy.
24 Mar 2009 |
Australia has one of the highest allergy rates in the world, and the number of people affected is growing at an astonishing rate.
Pressure cookers are a fast means of cooking and a range of safety features ensure they won't explode.
19 Mar 2009 |
Pressure cooking is often used to braise, stew and simmer as you would in a slow cooker but in a shorter period of time.
No longer in the realm of science fiction, nanofoods are on their way to a supermarket near you.
23 Feb 2009 |
CHOICE wants nanofoods better regulated to ensure they are both safe and properly labelled.
A growing number of pharmacies are getting into the weight-loss business, but how do these diet plans weigh up?
20 Jan 2009 |
Pharmacy diet plans may help to shed extra kilos quickly, but most fail to deal effectively with the complex broader issues around weight loss.
Looking for a light and portable blender, rather than a full-blown food processor? One of these may fit the bill.
20 Jan 2009 |
When you have a small food-processing job and don’t want to pull your bulky processor out of the cupboard, a stick blender might be just the thing.
It sounds out of this world, but can it deliver scrumptious meals in a flash?
5 Jan 2009 |
The DANOZ Flavorwave Oven Turbo claims to cook healthy meals, including frozen food, up to three times faster than ordinary methods, with no defrosting or preheating required.
Here’s the lowdown on buying a cooktop.
1 Oct 2008 |
The old kitchen range — albeit in an upmarket format — is making a comeback, but having a separate oven and cooktop allows you flexibility to put each where you like, at the height that suits you best.
Deciding where to eat on Friday night? Check out a restaurant guide website.
29 Sep 2008 |
CHOICE's verdict on which ones offer the most useful information, and how to know which reviews you can trust.
CHOICE’s expert dietitian puts our volunteers' diets to test. Find out how they measured up.
24 Jun 2008 |
The most common problems in our volunteers’ diets were too much salt and not enough calcium, fibre and water.
CHOICE tested foods in glass jars and found contaminants from the plastic used to seal the lids.
12 Jun 2008 |
In our test of food in glass jars, half contained the plastic-softening chemicals epoxidised soybean oil or phthalates at levels exceeding EU limits.
Serious cooking can be done using a combi microwave — but only in small batches.
22 May 2008 |
If you’re looking to replace an old faithful with one that can do more, a combination microwave would be a great addition to your main oven
Ovens aren't simple anymore – our buying guide takes you through the choices.
21 May 2008 |
But while looks may be important, they're only one of many things to think about when buying an oven.
Short on space? A combination microwave pizza grill could be the answer.
16 Apr 2008 |
If you don’t have room for a full-sized oven and don’t want to pay for a convection microwave, the Daewoo Pizza Oven Combo will make a crispier pizza than you’d get in a microwave.
A rice cooker might be the answer, if you eat lots of rice or feed lots of people.
29 Feb 2008 |
You don’t need a rice cooker for perfect rice, but preparing it on the cooktop or in the microwave can be trickier and messier.
Do you know if the food in your favourite restaurant is safe to eat?
11 Nov 2007 |
There’s no fast and easy way of knowing if a restaurant has a kitchen that’s filthy or is infested with rats, or even if it passed its last council inspection.
Choosing organic food is easier than ever. But is it worth the extra money?
17 Jul 2007 |
Not too long ago you had to go to special shops if you wanted organic food. Now you can find plenty in supermarkets, but mostly you’ll pay a pretty high premium over the cost of standard produce. Is it really worth it?
If there’s no bakery nearby, why not make your own bread?
9 Jul 2007 |
Whether you use a premix or create your bread from scratch, all breadmakers can make bread of many kinds, rolls, pizza dough, focaccia, yeast-free bread, cakes… even jam.
Modern ovens do a lot more than just bake.
16 Apr 2007 |
If you haven’t been in the market for a new oven for a while, you might be surprised to discover what they can do these days.
Unit pricing helps shoppers get value for money and make better choices.
23 Mar 2007 |
Our comparison of the prices of various brands and sizes of everyday items in major supermarkets confirmed what most shoppers already know - it's hard to choose the best value.
A handful to munch or in a recipe, walnuts are heart-healthy.
28 Feb 2007 |
The Australian walnut crop is growing – so you will find walnuts from Tasmania, Victoria and parts of NSW and South Australia.
Obesity in children has reached epidemic proportions.
22 Sep 2006 |
Children need better protection from unhealthy food marketing, and a large proportion of people we surveyed think the government should help.
Do you really need them?
1 Jul 2006 |
It’s likely only elite athletes really benefit from protein bars and drinks. For the rest of us, they’re just an additional source of kilojoules and little more than an expensive snack.
Grabbing a quick muesli or muffin bar may not be the healthy fix you’re after.
9 Jan 2006 |
Cereal bars, muesli bars and breakfast bars may have a healthy image but most of them are more than 20% sugar, and some deliver more saturated fat than a packet of chips.
Some "healthy" fast-food options aren't much better than a Big Mac.
3 Jan 2006 |
Three "healthy" options out-Mac a Big Mac when it comes to fat and salt and seven more come close and all 10 are fattier than a KFC Original Fillet Burger.
The facts on the most common nutritional deficiency in the world and what to do about it.
1 Nov 2005 |
Women of child-bearing age are most at risk of too little iron and there are different types of iron found in food and they are absorbed differently.
How much sugar is OK to include in our diet?
13 Sep 2005 |
Sugar isn’t linked to diabetes, heart disease, cancer or hyperactivity. However, it can play a role in tooth decay, and adds energy (kilojoules/calories) without any other nutrition.
We've all driven the porcelain bus at some time. How can you avoid food poisoning?
1 Jun 2005 |
Food poisoning is becoming more common - it's likely several million Australians get sick every year.
Australians are a constipated lot. But it's not just our bowels that would thank us for eating more fibre.
14 Feb 2005 |
One thing is certain –– millions of doses of laxatives we swallow each year wouldn't be needed by most people if we ate more fibre.
You want healthy, your kids want cool for school.
1 Jan 2005 |
It’s important for children to eat healthily, and variety and balance are key. Build a tasty, nutritious school lunch by including starchy food, protein food, some dairy food, fruit and veg and a drink.
We check out over 90 spreads and dairy blends, and pick the healthier options.
1 Jan 2005 |
Margarine’s now a "spread" and butter can come from the fridge soft enough to spread on your toast. But which is the healthiest?
If you’ve ever flicked through the pages of a glossy food magazine you’ve seen what a food stylist can do.
24 Jan 2002 |
The problem with food photography is that food tends to dry out, shrink, discolour and sag — food styling is about counteracting these forces.
Time to reform country-of-origin labelling
24 Jan 2012 |
CHOICE wants Australian governments to improve country-of-origin labelling on food for retail sale.
Scan your way to healthier food choices.
19 Jan 2012 |
Consumers can now use their iPhones to scan food barcodes and instantly see traffic light information thanks to an app developed by The George Institute and BUPA.
We take a look at the implications of weak labelling requirements for sustainable seafood.
20 Dec 2011 |
Are the big supermarkets’ sustainable fish-sourcing strategies bona fide or merely a marketing hook?
The results are a mixed bag.
13 Dec 2011 |
Ministers have handed down their decisions on the future of food labelling, and the menu contains mixed results for consumers.
Over 3700 consumers joined the call for traffic light labels.
9 Dec 2011 |
More than 3700 signatures and CHOICE’s open letter were sent to food and health ministers from around Australia.
Over 3700 consumers joined the call for traffic light labels.
9 Dec 2011 |
More than 3700 signatures and CHOICE’s open letter were sent to food and health ministers from around Australia.
A new report finds the front-of-pack labelling system is too confusing for consumers to understand.
28 Nov 2011 |
Research has confirmed CHOICE's long-held belief that Percentage Daily Intake labels are confusing and based on inconsistent serving sizes.
Read nutrition labels carefully - a 'low-fat' claim doesn't mean it's healthy.
6 Oct 2011 |
CHOICE reviews a range of desserts marketed with low-fat labelling from the fridge and freezer section of supermarkets.
Time is running out to fix dodgy food labels.
30 Sep 2011 |
CHOICE is campaigning for industry and governments around Australia to act on the recommendations of a major, independent review of food labelling.
The National Heart Foundation is ending its Tick licensing program in the takeaway food industry.
22 Sep 2011 |
The National Heart Foundation has announced it is scrapping its Tick licensing program in the takeaway food industry, citing its desire to broaden its work across the takeaway and catering sector.
Nutrition claims on food labels often don't tell the full story.
15 Sep 2011 |
Seductive labels on food that promise less saturated fat, no added sugar or a bumper amount of wholegrains often don't tell the whole nutritional story.
Food standards proposal will close meat labelling loophole
9 Sep 2011 |
CHOICE is calling for mandatory country of origin labelling on all unpackaged meat products to help consumers make informed decisions about the meat they’re buying.
CHOICE welcomes NSW food hygiene rating trial as important step for consumers
10 Aug 2011 |
CHOICE welcomes the New South Wales Food Authority’s announcement of a year-long, voluntary ‘Scores on Doors’ restaurant hygiene rating trial.
13 Jul 2011 |
A new voluntary scheme announced by alcohol industry group DrinkWise, to include messages on alcohol product labels, should become mandatory.
Coalition supports Xenophon on palm oil
24 Jun 2011 |
CHOICE says consumers look likely to benefit with the Federal coalition joining independent Senator Nick Xenophon in agreeing to support legislation for mandatory labelling of palm oil in all Australian foods.
An overwhelming proportion of kids foods are far from healthy.
22 Jun 2011 |
CHOICE compares the nutritional panels of various products to help consumers make more informed choices about foods for their children.
The jargon surrounding country of origin confuses consumers.
10 May 2011 |
Our survey revealed Australian consumers are passionate about buying Aussie products, but do they understand claims about the origin of the food they are purchasing?
The jargon surrounding country of origin confuses consumers.
10 May 2011 |
Our survey revealed Australian consumers are passionate about buying Aussie products, but do they understand claims about the origin of the food they are purchasing?
The jargon surrounding country of origin confuses consumers.
10 May 2011 |
Our survey revealed Australian consumers are passionate about buying Aussie products, but do they understand claims about the origin of the food they are purchasing?
The jargon surrounding country of origin confuses consumers.
10 May 2011 |
Our survey revealed Australian consumers are passionate about buying Aussie products, but do they understand claims about the origin of the food they are purchasing?
Creamy, premium or low-fat: which vanilla ice-cream suits your taste?
31 Jan 2011 |
CHOICE puts our members and staff to the test to find out which vanilla ice-creams taste the best.
9 Dec 2010 |
EU Ministers voted in favour of plans to extend compulsory country of origin labelling.
Where does our food really come from?
3 Sep 2010 |
Help CHOICE campaign for clearer food labelling by sharing your thoughts on country of origin.
A quick trip to the supermarket by CHOICE reveals 12 glaring examples of creative marketing and misleading claims.
1 Jun 2010 |
You need to check the ingredients list and nutrition information panel to find out what a product really contains.
We look beyond the catchy logos to tell you which endorsement schemes you can really trust.
2 Mar 2010 |
CHOICE reviews the programs behind the top 10 health and sustainability endorsement logos you see on foods.
The Australian market is being flooded with food made from genetically modified (GM) crops. Yet you'd never know from the label.
17 Feb 2010 |
Are GM crops jeopardising the safety and security of our food supply?
Good nutrition messages or just good marketing?
21 Dec 2009 |
Health claims are most likely to be used on highly processed foods rather that the fresh foods we should all be eating more of.
Astute CHOICE shoppers have alerted us to the growing list of shrinking products on supermarket shelves.
16 Dec 2009 |
Let us know your additions to the list so we can investigate further.
Is a new review of food labelling laws a threat or an opportunity?
2 Dec 2009 |
A new review of food labelling laws is an opportunity to improve food labels for consumers. But it could also mean watered down labelling laws to make life easier for the food industry.
Our national survey reveals the true price we pay at the supermarket
26 Nov 2009 |
Two years on from our last survey, CHOICE hit the supermarket aisles with a shopping list of staples. We found grocery prices have risen against a background of little competition.
Some snacks claiming to be healthy alternatives for children’s lunch boxes can be as bad for kids as confectionery.
31 Jul 2009 |
Children’s snack bars can be as fattening as some chocolate bars, according to new research by Australian parents and a leading nutritionist, who are calling for better food labelling on the snacks.
CHOICE finds some manufacturers still sneak unhealthy trans fats into our foods.
26 Jun 2009 |
They rarely rate a mention on the label, but the trans fats hidden in many processed foods are worse for your health than saturated fats.
CHOICE investigates why nut allergy rates are now soaring, and what you can do if you think you have an allergy.
24 Mar 2009 |
Australia has one of the highest allergy rates in the world, and the number of people affected is growing at an astonishing rate.
No longer in the realm of science fiction, nanofoods are on their way to a supermarket near you.
23 Feb 2009 |
CHOICE wants nanofoods better regulated to ensure they are both safe and properly labelled.
You can't judge a book by its cover – what about food by its label?
20 Jan 2009 |
Food labelling can be a minefield of confusion and misinformation. Labelling legislation offers some relief, but often isn't sufficiently enforced.
New research shows traffic light labels help consumers make healthy choices.
19 Sep 2008 |
A colour-coded traffic lights system, first developed by the UK Food Standards Agency, has been suggested as a more useful tool for helping consumers to make healthier food choices.
CHOICE tested foods in glass jars and found contaminants from the plastic used to seal the lids.
12 Jun 2008 |
In our test of food in glass jars, half contained the plastic-softening chemicals epoxidised soybean oil or phthalates at levels exceeding EU limits.
Which ones pose a health risk?
2 May 2008 |
We look at the latest research into additives that health questions have been raised about - and give CHOICE’s verdict on which ones you’d do best to avoid.
Which ones give you the most bang for your buck?
14 Mar 2008 |
Eating 2–3g per day of plant sterols in the form of enriched spread, yoghurt, milk or a combination of these products can help lower your cholesterol.
Buying Fairtrade products is a way to make your buying decisions improve the lives of small producers in developing countries.
27 Aug 2007 |
So what are Fairtrade products, and what’s it all about?
Are they harmless — or is the truth that we don’t really know?
10 Mar 2006 |
There’s no convincing evidence that pesticide residues are bad for your health at the very low levels permitted in fruit, vegetables and other foods. But the research isn’t conclusive.
How much sugar is OK to include in our diet?
13 Sep 2005 |
Sugar isn’t linked to diabetes, heart disease, cancer or hyperactivity. However, it can play a role in tooth decay, and adds energy (kilojoules/calories) without any other nutrition.