Advisers' Reports
NCWQ Nutrition Report February 2019
A major independent five year review into Australia’s Star Rating system was released in February 2019. By Val Cocksedge, NCWQ Nutrition Adviser.
March 31, 2019
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A major independent five year review into Australia’s Star Rating system was released in February 2019. By Val Cocksedge, NCWQ Nutrition Adviser.
By Val Cocksedge NCWQ Nutrition Adviser Australia’s health, well-being and productivity are being threatened by an epidemic of weight-related illness. 63.4% of Australian adults are above a healthy weight, with
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By Val Cocksedge NCWQ Nutrition Adviser The early childhood years are important in laying the foundation for future health and well-being. Eating patterns, preferences and behaviours learnt in early childhood
By Val Cocksedge Most of the burden of disease due to poor nutrition in Australia is associated with excess intake of energy-dense and relatively nutrient-poor foods high in energy, saturated