Dr Sandro Demaio
Co-host of the ABC TV series ‘Ask the Doctor’, author of 30 scientific papers and ‘The Doctor’s Diet’ (a cookbook based on science), Dr Sandro Demaio is an Aussie medical doctor and global expert on non-communicable diseases.
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What foods are in season in autumn?
Here's what should be on your autumn grocery list.
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What fruits & vegetables are in season in summer?
The fruit and vegetables to put on your menu this season
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12 pantry essentials you can't be without
Stock up on pantry staples for healthy last-minute meals
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What foods are in season in spring?
There’s no excuse not to enjoy in-season produce
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Intermittent Fasting: The secret to weight loss or another fad diet?
Everything you need to know about intermittent fasting
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Bowel cancer prevention: Why fibre should be on your shopping list
The real hero of gut health has been hiding in plain sight
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Heart disease prevention: The health benefits of a Mediterranean diet
Looking to live a healthier, longer and more delicious life?
4 tricks to keeping your portions down
When dishing up, choose your plate or bowl wisely
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Is it time to rethink the amount of alcohol we drink?
Research shows three million Aussies drink at a risky level
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How obesity ups your chronic disease risk and what to do about it
Here are a few things you can do to reduce your obesity risk
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9 doctor-approved ways to reduce your risk of type 2 diabetes
Sandro Demaio outlines the key risk factors to look out for