Diet slip-ups are extremely common and happen to everyone. Some people engage in endless workout sessions for every cookie they eat. Others become depressed, or give up dieting completely. Believe it or not, one bad meal won’t make you fat or stall your progress. As long as you don’t make a habit out of it,...
We all want to get in shape and have a healthy lifestyle that keeps the doctor away. Eating healthy and weight loss diets are not enough on their own, exercise is needed to build muscle and burn calories in the right way. Making the choice to lose weight should be a life commitment if you...
Be informed this Haemochromatosis Awareness Week. Haemochromatosis is one of the most common and serious genetic disorders in Australia. It is also known as the Inherited Iron Overload Disorder. About 1 in 200 Australians of northern European origin inherit the genes that cause the disorder. People with haemochromatosis absorb too much iron from their diet,...
Living with diabetes may sometimes make you feel like you are missing out on all the goodness certain foods have to offer, with recipes usually containing bland, tasteless ingredients. This does not have to be the case! What is important is eating a healthy, balanced diet that will maintain a steady blood sugar level. Well,...
Eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders (EGIDs) occur when eosinophils, a type of white blood cell, are found in above normal amounts within the gastrointestinal tract. The eosinophils attack foods (or airborne allergens) creating an allergic response and cause inflammation wherever they may gather. Having a large number of these white blood cells can make people very sick....
Want to have a longer, healthier life? Have a hard time dropping those last few pounds? Then it’s time to rev up your diet! Proper nutrition is crucial to your health and longevity. A diet based on whole, natural foods can ward off disease and add years to your life. In the long run, it...
Have you ever heard this term called HbA1c? Every time you eat, your body breaks down the carbohydrates into glucose, which enters your blood stream. The glucose will then attach naturally to haemoglobin forming Glycated Haemoglobin or what is also call as HbA1c. The amount of glucose that combines to the haemoglobin is directly proportional...
Portion control is one of the most important yet overlooked factors involved in weight loss. Learning what a portion size actually looks like can make all the difference. Most people either overestimate or underestimate the amount of food consumed. On top of that, restaurants and fast food bars offer oversized portions. Eating too much not...
Struggling with stress? Need an emotional lift? Then it’s time to get moving! A growing body of research shows that exercise boosts brain health, prevents cognitive decline, and improves memory. It also lifts your mood and balances emotions, leading to a better quality of life. Working out is one of the easiest, most effective ways...
Have you ever tried HIIT? This intense workout burns a ton of calories in as little as four minutes. It’s a perfect choice for those who are short on time or simply hate cardio. Also known as high-intensity interval training, it offers a full body workout and boosts overall fitness. All you have to do...
As the world gears up to commemorate Parkinson’s Awareness Week starting April 10th, followed by World Parkinson’s Awareness Day...
Endometriosis, a condition affecting millions of women globally, often remains veiled in mystery and misconceptions. Endometriosis Awareness Month seeks to...
It’s officially Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Every woman needs to know the symptoms of ovarian cancer. Make sure you do. It...