Healthy BBQs: Enjoy the Sunshine Without the Worry

By Dr Timothy Eden, MBBS

Registered Dietitian from Eden Health and Nutrition

Read time approx. 5mins

We all love a barbecue when the sun is shining and I was prompted to write this after a recent visit to my South African friends who reminded me this is actually an all year round tradition and suffice to say this did not disappoint! However, while BBQs are great for socialising they can easily become one big “meat feast” sometimes neglecting balance, health and maybe intentionally food safety. The good news? With a few small tweaks you can enjoy a delicious, safe and nutritious BBQ without compromising on flavour or fun and avoiding the unwanted after-effects of any BBQ mishaps.

This article explores practical tips for making your next BBQ both healthy and enjoyable, covering food safety, optimising healthier options and ways to add more variety and nutrition to the grill.