Carrots are bursting with health-promoting antioxidants and vital nutrients needed for good eye health and vision. Orange carrots are packed with beta-carotene, which is a precursor to vitamin A. We need this important vitamin for healthy skin and mucous membranes and for a strong immune system. Carrots also provide plenty of lutein, a potent antioxidant that helps protect the eyes from age-related macular degeneration.

Find out how best to prepare, cook, serve and enjoy root vegetables: sweet potato, beetroot, carrot, garlic and Jerusalem artichokes.

Eggplants are rich in flavonoids called anthocyanins. These health-promoting phytonutrients are responsible for giving eggplants their bright purple colour and high antioxidant levels. Including anthocyanin-rich foods in the diet will offer protection against cardiovascular disease and help improve immune function.

Avocados are a fabulous source of vitamin E, beneficial mono-unsaturated fats and dietary fibre to help lower LDL cholesterol levels and support cardiovascular health. Avocados are also rich in beta-carotene and lutein, which are vital for maintaining healthy eyes and vision.

Your thyroid gland produces hormones that impact such fundamental aspects of your life as sleep, body temperature, metabolism, fertility and mood. With one in three Australians suffering from low thyroid hormone levels, we dig into how your thyroid works and how you can keep it healthy.

In this special, in-depth report we look at the natural ways to treat insomnia, improve your sleep and boost your quality of life.

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Dig into this South African-inspired spiced corn recipe for a fiery side dish that is sure to spice up every meal.

Satiate your sweet tooth with these indulgent rooibos and honey poached pears that offer a naturally delicious dessert.

This gorgeous creamy, vegan tart is rich in important nutrients needed for optimal health. Avocadoes are an excellent source of the antioxidant vitamin E and beneficial monounsaturated fats which are essential for healthy cholesterol levels and good cardiovascular function. They also provide vitamin K for healthy blood clotting and strong bones.

This delicious gluten-free cake is packed with coconut goodness. Coconut flesh is an excellent source of dietary fibre and contains vitamins B, C and E and minerals, iron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus. Coconut oil is rich in beneficial medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) which help boost metabolism to increase fat burning, as well as being a great source of energy for the body and brain.