Bicycle Network Victoria: Health Matters

Chocolate: It's no sin

Need some justification for that guilty post-ride pleasure? Toni Jordan unwraps one of your favourite treats.

Dental health

Beat the decay cycle - In dental health as in life, you are what you eat. Toni Jordan investigates the impact of cycling snacks on tooth decay

Endurance and energy

Are fancy energy supplements better than bananas? Our dietician investigates how they work and whether they're worth the money

Fuelling up for the long haul

Eat right to improve your performance and energy levels. Sports dietician Lisa Sutherland explains how riders of all fitness levels can improve energy levels and performance by eating the right foods before training, competition or longer rides.

Get a grip on GI

Porridge or jellybeans? A carbohydrate ranking system - the glycemic index (GI) - helps us make the best choices.

H20 to go?

If drinking some water is good, then drinking more must be better, right? Not always, as Gavin Wright explains

Hydration matters

What it takes to stay hydrated - if you're thirsty, it's too late! Sports dietician Lisa Sutherland explains why planning ahead is vital for keeping up your fluids.

Is it all junk?

Many of us love junk food even though we know it's not good for us, but what exactly is wrong with it and are some junk foods better than others? Toni Jordan explains.

Pasta Power

What is so magical about pasta? It's the carbo-loading food of choice and good for recovery as well. We profile this endurance superfood.

Touring food

Worried about eating well and staying hydrated when you're touring in remote areas? Why not sample some local fare? By Toni Jordan.

Vital Vitamins

They are essential for optimal health, energy levels and performance, but which vitamins do you need and what's the best way to take them?