Having a family member announce they've become vegan can present a few challenges - from how to make sure they're getting all the nutrients they need to figuring out what to cook. Healthy Food Guide dietitian Jess Burvill and nutritionist and mum-of-three Kathleen Alleaume take you through the basics of the vegan diet and how make sure your vegan loved one stays healthy. Plus, they share practical tips to take the stress out of mealtime prep when not everyone is eating the same diet.

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What you eat before and after exercise can make a difference to how much you get out of your work out. Healthy Food Guide dietitian Jess Burvill and nutritionist and mum-of-three Kathleen Alleaume dig into the research around the best eating patterns to fuel exercise, whether you're a regular gym goer, a performance athlete, or looking for ways to keep your kids' energy levels up for sports. Plus, they answer whether it's best to be fasted or fed before exercise.

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Protein bars, protein shakes, protein bread – it seems like protein is showing up everywhere these days. But how much of this specific nutrient is enough and what does it do anyway? Healthy Food Guide dietitian Jess Burvill and nutritionist and mum of three Kathleen Alleaume take a closer look at the marketing of protein and discuss what realistic daily requirements are for athletes, weight watchers, older people, vegetarians and everyday folk. Plus, they show you the healthiest sources of protein and some of the common traps to avoid when choosing protein foods.

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