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  • Can lactose intolerance be caused by different factors?

    What is lactose intolerence and can it result from other factors then just drinking milk?

  • Can you please explain the difference between vegetarian diets?

    In general, a ‘vegetarian’ is someone who chooses not to eat meat, fish or poultry. But there are many variations to this basic definition which include...

  • Do all types of tofu contain a reasonable quantity of calcium?

    There is a wide variation in the calcium content of the various brands of tofu available in Australia and New Zealand.

  • Does So Good contain any Genetically Modified Soy Beans?

    No! So Good is made from soy which has not been genetically modified.

  • Does ginger help nausea caused by pregnancy?

    It is just an old wives tale or does ginger really help with nausea during pregnancy?

  • Does the chocolate flavouring in milk affect the absorption of calcium?

    I have heard that adding chocolate flavouring to milk can affect the body's ability to absorb calcium from milk. Is this true?

  • How can I get my family to enjoy legumes?

    Legumes (also called pulses) are nutrition powerhouses. They are incredibly rich in a range of essential nutrients including protein, carbohydrates, fibre, minerals and vitamins.

  • How do I increase my calcium intake to reduce my risk of osteoporosis?

  • How does soy protein quality compare with the quality of animal protein?

    If you don't eat meat, are you getting enough protein from plant foods?

  • How much soy should I consume each day?

    Including as little as one serve of soy food in our daily diet can provide us with nutritional and health benefits. In traditional Asian cultures, however, soy foods are consumed frequently throughout the day.

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