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Coffee is made by infusing the dried and roasted beans of the Coffea arabica or the Coffea robusta trees. Australians consume an average 2.4kg of coffee per head per year, so you are not alone if you love your coffee. According to legend, the modern love affair with coffee has its origins in Ethiopia, where a goat herder named Khaldi noticed one day that his goats were very jumpy and saw that they had been eating the red berries of a bush. He decided to make a brew of those berries and so coffee drinking began, starting a worldwide phenomenon. In its natural state, coffee grows on trees that are part of the diverse make-up of rainforests. The coffee tree will usually be shaded by taller-growing trees and the canopy of…

It's time for me to close my chapter on EatWell. I have been creating this magazine since its very beginning and have proudly produced 54 issues. In that time, I've cooked our recipes; styled and photographed dishes; interviewed growers, makers and chefs; worked with the EatWellTV crew; attended food fairs and countless events; feasted with our chefs and celebrated everything that there is to love about food. I am proud to say that, despite our many design overhauls, we have stayed true to our ethos of sharing food that is nourishing, approachable and downright delicious. I've cooked countless EatWell recipes for my family as they are truly my favourite dishes. Never have I found the recipes complicated, tasteless or requiring little-known ingredients. Our recipes are wholesome and well loved by our…

Eggs are an extremely versatile, healthy breakfast choice that will help keep you and your family going until lunchtime. Eggs are an excellent source of protein that stabilises blood-sugar levels, preventing mid-morning drops in energy and concentration, along with making you feel full and satisfied. Eggs for your mood Eggs are a great source of the amino acid tryptophan. This essential amino acid can't be produced in the body, so it must be supplied through the diet. Tryptophan is used by the body to produce serotonin, which is the neurotransmitter responsible for making us feel happy and content. Tryptophan is also needed to produce melatonin that helps us get a good night's sleep. People with low serotonin levels are more likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and insomnia. Egg yolks are one of…

No plant has deeper roots in human history than the humble olive. Its oil greased the economic wheels of the Mediterranean in ancient times and is still an important cog in today's commerce. Indeed, in many languages, the very word for oil comes directly from the ancient names for the olive: in Greek, elaí a and in Latin, oliva. This so-called “perfect food” is cited in Homer; it's referenced seven times in the Koran and many more times in the Bible. Noah's dove brought back an olive leaf as proof that the flood was receding, while olive trees were silent witnesses to Jesus' vigil in Gethsemane, itself named from the Hebrew, gat shemanim, or olive press. Its symbolic meanings permeate every culture: the olive branch of peace and abundance; the olive wreath…

Most of us have heard the expression “You are what you eat”. This is particularly true for people who suffer from digestive issues including Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) where food is unfortunately a common trigger. IBS is one of the most common digestive disorders, affecting approximately one in seven adults and causing symptoms including bloating, constipation, nausea, stomach pain and diarrhoea. Studies have shown that adopting a low-FODMAP diet can help alleviate the debilitating symptoms associated with IBS. But what exactly is FODMAP eating, how do you start it and is it suitable for you and your gut? FODMAP stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols. These can be further divided into five groups called fructans, galacto-oligosaccharides, lactose, excess fructose and polyols (sorbitol, mannitol, xylitol and maltitol). Sounds like a…

Low-FODMAP diets have seen a surge in recent years — and with good reason. Approximately 6.4 million Australians suffer from food intolerances of some kind. Changing what we eat can make us feel good, not just physically but emotionally too. But what exactly is a low-FODMAP diet and who is it best suited to? FODMAP stands for fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides and polyols — short-chain carbohydrates (sugars) that are challenging for the small intestine to digest. In some people, this can result in digestive distress and cause an array of conditions that range from mild bloating to severe cramping, gas and pain as experienced by sufferers of IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). Here, you'll discover some of our favourite low-FODMAP recipes suitable for the whole family. Scrambled Eggs with Feta & Chives Recipe…

In an all-natural, chemical-free, wet extraction process, Lo-Fo Pantry's Low FODMAP Plain Flour is milled to remove FODMAPs from 100 per cent non-GMO, premium wheat. Lo-Fo Pantry Plain Flour is ideal for making anything and everything you can think of, including bread, cakes, cookies and thickeners. For more information visit lofopantry.com Low FODMAP Champagne Celebration Cupcakes Recipe / Lo-Fo Pantry Celebrate in style with these heavenly, boozy and sparkly low FODMAP champagne cupcakes. Beautifully light, moist and bursting with luscious champagne flavour, they are sure to be the star of any party. Makes: 8 cupcakes 115g butter, melted ½ cup caster sugar 1 egg ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup champagne 1 tsp vanilla essence 1½ cups Lo-Fo Pantry Plain Flour 3 tsp baking powder Pinch salt Icing 400g icing sugar 110g butter, softened 1-2 tbsp champagne Gold…

FODMAPPED for you!'s range of delicious soups, broths, simmer and pasta sauces and bars are independently tested and certified FODMAP-friendly. This wholesome range is free from onions, garlic, gluten and other nasties without skimping on flavour. Available in supermarkets and health food stores, they are proudly Australian made and owned. For more information visit fodmapped.com Slow-Cooked Lamb Pot Roast Recipe / FODMAPPED for you! Serves: 6 1.5-1.7kg leg lamb 2 sprigs thyme 1 sprig rosemary 10 kipfler potatoes, peeled & halved 1 sachet (375g) FODMAPPED Red Wine + Italian Herbs Tomato Pasta Sauce 1 cup red wine 1 bay leaf Steamed carrots & beans, minted peas, to serve 1. Preheat the oven to 160°C. 2. Place the lamb leg into a large ovenproof dish and thread the sprigs of rosemary and thyme under the string holding…

Discover eight spring snacks that are loaded with skin-nourishing antioxidants and nutrients such as vitamins A, C and E, zinc and selenium. These nutrients are paramount for supporting skin health and for slowing down premature skin ageing. Hummus, carrot, celery and cucumber sticks Supercharge your skin's health by snacking on hummus with carrot, celery and cucumber sticks. Hummus is rich in protein, which delivers important amino acids essential for skin growth and repair. It also contains healing zinc, beneficial fats and the antioxidant vitamin E, which can help give your skin a youthful, radiant glow. Carrots are considered a super skin food as they contain high levels of beta-carotene. This important nutrient, which gives carrots their bright orange colour, aids in skin repair and regeneration and increases skin cell turnover. Celery and cucumber…