We are all pretty aware these days of the importance of exercise as we get older and the benefits we get both physically and mentally from regular exercise. What is less understood is the life changing benefits of preserving and building our muscle as we get older. Muscle is an incredible organ that has a…
If you have diabetes chances are you’ve heard of a low carb diet before. This article will discuss the premise behind this diet and some important considerations before trying it. Carbohydrates and Blood Sugar Level It’s not just sugar that impacts our blood sugar level. Any carbohydrate food, when eaten and digested, is broken down…
Hysterectomy is one of the most common types of elective surgeries for Australian women, however it’s not exactly the most talked about! We tend to understand that there is a period of rehabilitation after any major abdominal surgery, but it can be challenging to know where to seek help on how and when to return to physical activities.
Are you confused about which dairy milk to drink – full cream, reduced fat, skim? You’re not alone. Is it the fat content that worries you? Or have you heard that sugar is added to skim milk? Maybe you’re not sure which is better for you nutritionally? Let us try and clear up a few of the unknowns.
Increasing your running mileage is one of the best ways to become a faster and more efficient runner, although if not done correctly, it can also be the cause of overuse injuries and thus time away from keeping active. So, what are some ways to overcome this?
Hormonal balance is essential for overall health, impacting everything from mood and metabolism to reproductive health and function. When our hormones are in harmony, we experience energy, happiness, and well-being.
If you have PCOS it’s quite possible you have pondered how your diet may influence your condition. Here we look at the evidenced based approach to what to eat to manage your PCOS.
Women’s midlife is an important transition stage between our younger and older selves, that is all too often ignored and not given the importance it deserves.
Here are some quick and simple food swaps to get you and your loved ones on the road to healthier eating, and hopefully the swaps become a lifelong habit. Read on to learn more… Bread Swap plain and multigrain white bread for wholemeal or wholegrain bread. Wholemeal and wholegrain bread is higher in fibre and…
