Learn how to identify and avoid common chemicals in everyday products that could be doing you harm.

A lack of regulation has led to a rise in untrained laser and IPL operators.

It contains high levels of saturated fats and causes environmental damage, so we look into why specific palm oil labelling isn't mandatory.

We reveal how the price of prescription medicines in Australia compares to that in other countries.

Your favourite cosmetic brands could be being tested on animals even while they claim not to be. Find out which are the worst offenders.

Find out which additional features set the Fitbit One apart from its predecessor and whether it's a must-have gadget.

Filling up your trolley with everyday grocery items such as olive oil, wholegrains and yoghurt could help you reduce your risk of certain diseases.

Some foods claim to do everything from prevent cancer to help you lose weight, but do they deserve to be touted as super?

There are many non-surgical options offered to people who would like to look younger, promising the benefits of surgery but without the pain, cost and down time. But do they live up to their claims?

If you’re concerned about overusing painkillers, there are some effective alternatives.

If instant coffee isn't quite to your taste, capsules or pods may be an attractive middle ground. We sample what's on the market.

30 CHOICE staffers took part in a blind taste test of 12 milks. The results are surprising.

Some products carry medical endorsements such as 'paediatrician recommended' or 'dermatologist approved'. But what do these really mean?

BB creams are a hot new beauty product, billed as a one-stop-shop for skin care. But are they all they're cracked up to be?

From seafood sources to fish and krill oil supplements, we investigate your options for including this nutrient in your diet.

One in six Australians suffers hearing loss, but top-end aids can cost a small fortune. We've surveyed the market to find out how and where you can save.

From direct sales between farmer and butcher, to a complex chain of agents, finishers, processors and wholesales, the path from paddock to plate can vary widely.

Treatments for anxiety may include psychological therapies, medication and self-help.

We take a look at the contraceptive options available in Australia, including long-acting reversible methods, hormonal injections, IUD, the pill and emergency contraception.

With up to 2600kJ in one serving, the hidden sugar in some smoothies and frappés places them in the category of a junk food snack rather than a healthy drink.

Some so-called “health supplements” could in fact be doing you harm.

We ask the experts just how well diet detox products work when it comes to removing toxins and getting healthy.

The simple act of drinking when thirsty has become complicated by science and pseudoscience. CHOICE investigates.

The market is awash with "enhanced" waters making claims about their superior chemistry. But do they offer any advantages over normal water?

CHOICE's wine experts tested 60 of the best-selling sparkling wines, including champagne. Some of the best buys cost under $10.

We've blind taste tested 14 Christmas puddings to find out which ones are worthy of being the grand finale to your celebratory feast.

We have test results for 13 women's razors from Gillette Venus, Schick and Bic, priced from $0.70 to $16.

We look at 200 products with implied health or quality claims and discover there is a fine line between healthy and hoodwinked.

The results for this test are shared among several consumer organisations.

How important are sunglasses to your health and what do you need to look for?

The latest science suggests there's more to the recent obesity epidemic than too much food and too little exercise.

Coles and Woolworths say they're committed to sourcing their private label products from Australia, but this isn't necessarily the whole story.

We've tasted Peroni, Stella, Heineken and other imported favourites to find how the premium imports match up against their locally brewed versions.

As with all medical practices, there are risks involved with chiropractic. So do the benefits for children outweigh the risks?

It's been hailed as 'nature's sports drink', but does coconut water live up to its health claims?

We take a look at the Fitbit Ultra, which helps you track your walks and runs, as well as calories burned.

We take a look at the main types of fitness professionals, and what to look for when choosing one.

The supermarket price war has hit the headlines again today, with more stories of suppliers being squeezed by the big two.

We've looked at 17 toothpastes, and spoken to dental experts to find out if there's any truth to the marketing claims.

Philips have introduced the Sonicare AirFloss, designed to make flossing easier.

We've selected online health tests from reputable sources to help determine your current health status and future health risks.

While product safety is a hot legislative topic in other countries, it isn’t in in Australia.

We've surveyed 12 national fast food chains and reviewed their online menus to see how their vegetarian offerings stack up nutritionally.

If you’re buying free range eggs because you believe in animal welfare, the brands in the big supermarkets may not be meeting your expectations.

We'd like to thank the 3101 people who signed on to ask the ACCC to reject the Australian Egg Corporation's certification trade mark that would allow a 13-fold increase on the current free-range outdoor stocking density maximum.

With the boom in shopping centre kiosks and beauty salons offering teeth whitening services, we examine the potential risks and benefits.

There’s no easy way for consumers to know who makes their wine, short of searching online or checking the Australian trademark database.

We taste-tested 19 chocolate and eight vanilla cake mixes, including varieties from White Wings, Betty Crocker and Coles.

We look at the different types of diabetes, as well as pre-diabetes, and the latest research into causes and prevention.

We shortlisted four Coles and four Woolworths products that we believe mimic their branded equivalents and asked you to vote. The results are in.

Information about foods and drinks that could cause cancer is continually updated. We bring you the latest.

We review over 100 frozen fish products, including uncoated, seasoned, battered and crumbed varieties to uncover your best options.

We explain how to evaluate the content of health websites and determine whether information is reliable.

Given the recall of faulty hip replacement devices implanted in thousands of patients, we tell you what you need to know before surgery.

We put diet programs from Jenny Craig, Weight Watchers, Cohen's Lifestyle Clinic, and Weight Control Doctor under the microscope.

Mental health therapists can help people with problems ranging from depression, anxiety or grief to schizophrenia and other psychoses.

CHOICE reviews prepared French, Italian and Caesar salad dressings for nutrition and taste.

Whether you’re after sweet, sparkling, English-style or other, there’s a cider out there for everyone, as results of our blind taste test show.

Vitamin D deficiency has been described as a pandemic. We explain if you're at risk, and what you can do to get enough.

We look at common New Year resolutions such as joining the gym, giving up smoking or saving money.

Are the big supermarkets’ sustainable fish-sourcing strategies bona fide or merely a marketing hook?

Australian consumers are increasingly looking to overseas dental treatment in order to save money on their dental bills.

Compression sportswear is said to improve performance and and recovery. CHOICE investigates the evidence for these claims.

CHOICE reviews a range of desserts marketed with low-fat labelling from the fridge and freezer section of supermarkets.

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.

Dementia is the single greatest cause of disability in Australians aged 65 years or older. It's predicted that by 2050 it will affect one million Australians.

There are plenty of specialist multivitamin on the market for conception, pregnancy and breastfeeding. Can they be beneficial or are they just a gimmick?

As Australians adopt busier lifestyles, we’re also becoming more sleep deprived. CHOICE outlines why you may need more zzzzs.

They have a higher price tag, but is there any benefit to buying “natural” or “organic” hair dyes? CHOICE investigates the ingredients.

Pharmacy shelves are stacked with remedies for winter colds, coughs and flu. Which – if any – will work for your particular symptoms?

From radiation risks to gap payments, CHOICE explores answers the questions about imaging technologies, including x-rays and CTs.

"Good" bacteria, long used as starter cultures for yoghurts and fermented dairy drinks, are now in high consumer demand, particularly probiotics.

Some diagnostic tests offered by natural therapists are unreliable or just plain nonsense. CHOICE investigates some common ones.

A behind-the-scenes look at the defamation lawsuit by SensaSlim against consumer-health advocate Dr Ken Harvey reveals a deep flaw in TGA regulations.

More than 80 chemicals and pesticides no longer registered for use in Europe are available for every day agricultural and veterinary use in Australia.

The Garmin Approach S1 Golf GPS watch could help shave some strokes off your handicap as well as speed up your play.

Despite many fast food outlets offering healthy options, the nutritional labelling and serving sizes of not-so-healthy choices are still not up to scratch.

CHOICE looks at which savoury snacks are the healthier options as well as those best avoided.

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?

We look at the so-called "active ingredients" in weight loss pills to see if they live up to their claims.

The key to independent living and quality of life is good health and it’s never too soon to start thinking about it.

If you're travelling off the beaten track, you need the right advice on travel vaccinations.

CHOICE put a handful of vegetarian meat substitutes to the test, rating both nutritional value and taste.

Our tasters gave us their verdict on fruit, fruit-free and choc chip varieties.

Food safety is vital for consumers and some organisations are making sure people know which businesses are safest for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

From the dubious to the downright ineffective, CHOICE visits the high-profile offenders to find out more.

A delicious salad that quick and easy to make.

A tasty dish that's great for everyone.

A tasty recipe for BBQ mushrooms with herbs.

Try this delicious salad that combines broad beans, haloumi and red capsicum.

An accompaniment to any meal.

We tell you which shelf-stable sweet snacks are worth throwing into your glove box or office drawer, and which should be avoided.

We address some of the common myths and misconceptions surrounding deodorants and antiperspirants.

CHOICE gives you the lowdown on two Valentine's classics: chocolates and flowers.

CHOICE puts our members and staff to the test to find out which vanilla ice-creams taste the best.

Cook's CHOICE reveals how easy it is to prepare soft bacon every time.

CHOICE looks at problematic myths and misconceptions, as identified by our in-house experts and a survey of professionals.

We've put together the CHOICE summer guide to help you get the best start to 2011.

Eggplant and mushroom pasta with a touch of cinnamon, topped with parmasan cheese.

For drinks that are essentially cordials with added vitamins, “nutrient-enhanced waters” are making a splash.

Can you call apples that are nine months old truly fresh?

We put 11 brands to the taste test.

Not all nuts are equal when it comes to nutrition. CHOICE explains what makes them good for us.

CHOICE compares and reviews a range of bries, blues, camemberts and cheddars to find out which brands impress.

Herbs add the final touch to your oven roasted chicken

Bake up a treat using blood oranges and pistachios

Use your barbecue this summer to cook a whole chicken

Fortunately, a range of effective and affordable treatments is available, ranging from talking therapies to certain drugs, and may be more affordable than you imagine.

CHOICE's wine experts rated popular red and white wines and tell you their favourites.

Australia’s salt habit is costing the nation much more than the in-store price tag. But will binning our salt shakers solve the problem?

Hair loss powers an industry with more than its fair share of sharks, so caveat emptor!

Omega-3s in our diet can prevent cardiovascular disease and may even protect against arthritis, mental decline and Alzheimer’s disease.

Delicious turkey schnitzel but the process can be used for chicken or pork.

CHOICE believes our national food regulator could be more proactive in protecting the health of Australian consumers.

A hearty winter soup for those cold evenings, this lentil soup goes down a treat.

A sweet cake made with sponge, passionfruit and icing sugar. <br /> <br /> <br />

Using our celeriac or parsnip mash, these winter goodies are a perfect main or side.

A delicious side dish incorporating tuna, egg and mayonnaise.

Not all oils are equal. We tell you the right ones to use for the cooking purpose in mind.

Puzzle over a massive jigsaw, contemplate giant baby faces and home cooking with a chemistry set.

Our 41 volunteer testers tried 11 supermarket brands, costing between $5 and $16 per bottle.

Savoury clam and pancetta pasta dish which can be made with linguini or spaghetti.

One in seven Australian adults suffer from some form of high blood pressure. If you’re one of them, monitoring your condition regularly at home with a blood pressure monitor can be useful.

A tasty and handy sauce to go with different dishes like lasagna and au gratin <br /> <br /> <br />

A tangy and slightly hot chicken noodle soup. <br /> <br /> <br />

A tasty cheesecake using pineapple and passionfruit - this recipe is enough for two, so you can pop one in the freezer for later.

A delicious traditional or creamy scrambled eggs.

Mushy peas can accentuate an already savoury dish with more flavour <br /> <br /> <br />

A simple and easy way to make an omlette <br /> <br /> <br />

A CHOICE recipe for tangy balsamic and red wine carrots <br /> <br /> <br />

A herbed butter akes this fish recipe delicious with tangy lemon <br /> <br /> <br />

A simple and delicious way to cook Leather Jacket fish <br /> <br /> <br />

CHOICE shows you how to cook flathead fillets <br /> <br /> <br />

CHOICE teaches you the basic steps to cooking pasta

A classic recipe, reloaded with fantastic flavour, try it out. <br /> <br /> <br />

Using broad beans to make a great pasta dish.

Ingredients that may not often go together makes a great salad <br /> <br /> <br />

A complex root vegetable is simplified via this recipe <br /> <br /> <br />

Six ingredients - definitely simple and very tasty - creamy potato bake. <br /> <br /> <br />

Our national dessert, with coming back for more results . <br /> <br /> <br />

A tasty fresh side for guacamole and other dishes <br /> <br /> <br />

This simple recipe shows how to cook duck breast in a pan with a minimum of fuss. <br /> <br /> <br />

Quick and easy way to make cauliflower very tasty. <br /> <br /> <br />

A delightful combination of chicken and spices create a hearty soup <br /> <br /> <br />

A tasty mushroom pasta with a hint of sage. <br /> <br /> <br />

This unusual and rather hedonistic combination works with a great result <br /> <br /> <br />

Sliced radish used to eat this feta dip adds a fresh taste. <br /> <br /> <br />

A delicious recipe on how to oven cook duck breast. <br /> <br /> <br />

A delicious resulting tuna steak using a simple recipe. <br /> <br /> <br />

An oft-maligned vegetable makes the core of this delicious soup <br /> <br /> <br />

Instead of potato, why not parsnip? Just as tasty with a hint of sage.<br /> <br /> <br />

Breakfast never loooked so good. <br /> <br /> <br />

Delicious recipe for pine mushroom risotto and white wine. <br /> <br /> <br />

Perfect for soaking up the yolk with your toast. <br /> <br /> <br />

The perfect way to cook a hard boiled egg. <br /> <br /> <br />

A great accompaniment to scones, sponge cake or as a spread on toast. <br /> <br /> <br />

A CHOICE Recipe to cook the perfect salmon fillet. <br /> <br /> <br />

Simple to make, this can make a perfect dessert even better <br /> <br /> <br />

An easy to make, thick and tasty, potato and leek soup <br /> <br /> <br />

How to cook a delicious lamb fillet. <br /> <br /> <br />

A hearty version of the classic french onion soup, incorporating all the goodness you know and love <br /> <br /> <br />

A thick and tasty pea and ham soup <br /> <br /> <br />

Are there key eating and exercise strategies that are trademarks of the slim? Learn the secrets of those who never get fat.

CHOICE tested 85 foods and drinks readily available in supermarkets and found that many promoted as healthy snacks are some of the worst offenders.

It's not enough to sign a register or a tick a box to signal your intent, talk to your family about your wishes.

A hearty dish, using coriander to complement the taste of pumpkin <br /> <br /> <br />

Your house will smell great with this combination spices <br /> <br /> <br />

A rich and spicy vegetarian meal of Mexican Beans and Rice. <br /> <br /> <br />

The base for pavlova and many other recipes <br /> <br /> <br />

The classic potato salad with a different companion. <br /> <br /> <br />

Simple and naturally sweet, this recipe is a great partner. <br /> <br /> <br />

Refreshingly summer, try it out and have more ready <br /> <br /> <br />

With a little spring onion, this recipe adds a slant on traditional mash <br /> <br /> <br />

Treat your sweet tooth with our tasty rocky road. <br /> <br /> <br />

CHOICE recipe for an alternative to your standard mash potato. <br /> <br /> <br />

Puns aside, these are simple and delicious. <br /> <br /> <br />

A savoury salad or dip, either way it tastes great <br /> <br /> <br />

The simple base ingredient for thousands of meals <br /> <br /> <br />

An alternative to authentic scrambled eggs that can be served with dinner. <br /> <br /> <br />

The pasta in this chicken and vegetable soup adds just that little bit of texture that makes it great. <br /> <br /> <br />

The blending of cauliflower and spices creates a great dish. <br /> <br /> <br />

Lemon zest adds zing to these common ingredients, making a great salad <br /> <br /> <br />

Turkey meat makes the core of this tasty recipe, with spices creating the delicious flavour <br /> <br /> <br />

Use the CHOICE recipe for bolognese sauce to serve with your choice of pasta. <br /> <br /> <br />

Refreshing kaffir lime syrup to drizzle on your watermelon on a hot summers day. <br /> <br /> <br />

A CHOICE recipe for delicious potatoes, ready for your topping of CHOICE. <br /> <br /> <br />

Using zuchini in a salad, adding feta and mint for that special flavour <br /> <br /> <br />

Avocado lovers rejoice, a salad that's creamy and tangy. <br /> <br /> <br />

CHOICE recipe egg and bacon pasta that's quick and easy. <br /> <br /> <br />

Our CHOICE price comparison shows dramatic savings on both prescription and non-prescription medicines, depending on which pharmacy you shop at.

The beauty of making your own meat pie is that you have control over what's going in.

The Australian food standards authority stipulates meat pies must contain a minimum of 25% "meat flesh". But not all do.

We size up the main varieties you'll find at your supermarket.

In the past half-century we’ve increasingly sweetened our food supply. But are we eating too much sugar and is it affecting our health?

To help decide which tests are worth taking, it's helpful to understand the criteria the public health system uses to assess possible screening tests. Many tests detect diseases before your symptoms occur.

Unit pricing gone mad, bottom humour and tasty pizza packaging.

CHOICE compared more than 190 brands and flavours of pizza available nationally from supermarkets (chilled or frozen) or from takeaway chains. We found some big differences in nutritional value – and in value for money.

Had a lousy experience with a doctor? We look at some of the main bugbears and doctors' patient-from-hell stories.

Our random test of common canned and frozen vegetables showed little cause for concern.

The online market is dominated by Coles and Woolworths. We review their offering and highlight some of the smaller players.

CHOICE reviews the programs behind the top 10 health and sustainability endorsement logos you see on foods.

Do-it-yourself plastic surgery, the perfect bed for visiting in-laws, and a cure for sausage fingers.

Are GM crops jeopardising the safety and security of our food supply?

Supermarket shelves are crammed with shelf-stable meals, costing between $3 and $5. We sort the best from the rest.

An honest clairvoyant, a murderous driving school and a cash prize that falls a little short.

Gastric banding is promoted as a safe, easy and effective way for obese people to lose weight. CHOICE investigates the claims.

McDonalds, tattoos and traces of nuts feature in this pilot for our new series.

Read these long-held misconceptions about everything from diet and exercise, to air travel and antioxidants.

Let us know your additions to the list so we can investigate further.

We tested 12 bathroom scales that measure body fat percentage as well as weight. But can they make you appear healthier than you really are?

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.

Think you need lots of space and money to set up an effective home gym? CHOICE's shopping list of equipment comes in at about $100.

Choice tested 19 heart rate monitors for ease of use and performance, priced between $30 and $399.

Tomatoes you find at the supermarket are often as hard and as tasty as cricket balls. But there are still some tasty tomatoes to be found.

CHOICE has skimmed off the marketing hype and found that generic brands of milk are much the same as the equivalent big national brands.

For thousands of years humans have tried to disguise, cover or eliminate personal smells through the use of perfumes, scented oils and crystals.

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.

Lots of yoghurts with a 'lite' or 'low fat' claim contain so much sugar you’d be eating more kilojoules than in a full-fat yoghurt.

Most of us don’t want to think about nursing home care while we’re still relatively healthy and independent; we tend to leave it until an emergency forces us to face the issue, utterly unprepared.