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5 tips on increasing your vegetable intake
You have probably heard that eating vegetables is awesome for your health! But did you know why, such as how they are full of fibre, which is like a superhero for your stomach, cholesterol and weight! Fibre helps things move smoothly in your digestive system. It adds bulk to your stool and softens it, making…
Eat to reduce skin aging and cell damage… it is better than any ointment or cream
Our skin, the body's largest organ, acts as a protective shield against external threats. In Australia, where the sun's UV radiation is potent, our skin faces a constant battle against harmful elements. Yet, it's not just the sun we need to be wary of; various stress factors, including irradiation, environmental conditions, illness, inflammation, smoking, and…
Did you know that you can reverse pre-diabetes with diet and lifestyle changes?
Pre-diabetes is a common health issue affecting 16 out of every 100 Australians. It happens when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough for a Type 2 Diabetes diagnosis. The National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) emphasises the widespread nature of this condition and the need for awareness. At the core of…
Does Ice Help in the Healing Process?
Understanding the Historical Context of Ice in Injury Management The discussion surrounding the use of ice in sports medicine and acute injury rehab has evolved significantly over the years. The concept of using ice, initially popularised in the RICE protocol (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), has been deeply ingrained in our culture since 1978. The intention…
Injury Prevention and Screening
Injury prevention programs include strengthening, agility, flexibility, balance exercises along with education around proper movement patterns as well as jumping and landing mechanics New research has shown that the old school warm-ups of performing several stationary stretches is suboptimal in warming up the body, improving performance or preventing an injury from occurring. Programs should be…
Is coffee good for you?
There are many mixed opinions about whether coffee is good or bad for you and hopefully by the end of this article you can make an educated judgment for yourself. The Effects of Caffeine Coffee contains caffeine, which is a stimulant that affects the brain and nervous system. Some people react with enhanced alertness, increased…
Lymphatic drainage and it’s benefits
We all at some point may have experienced some swelling and noticeable inflammation that could be accompanied by pain, joint stiffness, and discoloured skin.
Common summer injuries and pre-season prevention
Summer is almost here! With the warmer weather approaching our motivation and activity levels are peaking, but unfortunately with an increase in activity can come an increase in injury prevalence. Due to the types of sports and activities, people tend to participate in over the warmer months, there is a trend in the types of…
Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin Splints)
All you need to know about Shin Splints What is Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome (Shin Splints)? Shin splints are a term used to describe pain in the front of the lower legs, which often occurs at the beginning of the exercise or just after exercise. The term ‘shin splints' is a general description of the…
Exercise for Optimal Health
What is exercise? Physical activity and exercise are both terms that are often used interchangeably, but at a closer look have quite different meanings. Physical activity is a broad term used to describe incidental activity that required any bodily movement produced by contracting muscles. Exercise is a type of physical activity requiring planned, structured and…
Everything You Need To Know About Chronic Pain
Everyone experiences physical pain at some point in time. Although unwelcomed, pain is an extremely important bodily function vital to our health.
Integrated Patient Care
Healthcare is an extremely broad field with countless aspects to it. With so many facets to health, choosing the correct healthcare/ medical practitioner can be confusing. Typically, most people start with their Family Doctor.
Carbohydrates: How carbs can fit into your diet
The latest craze seems to be to villainise carbohydrates. But is there truth to this? At the end of the day, carbohydrate is just a macronutrient that provides your body with energy. So why all the commotion?
Are sweeteners better for you than sugar?
Sweeteners have become increasingly popular as sugars are becoming commonly known as being unhealthy, yet people still desire that sweet taste. The attractive aspect of sweeteners include being low in energy or calories, with some having no energy, helping people lose weight whilst still eating and drinking versions of what they like, such as sugar…
Fats and their function
The functions of fats within our bodies are so versatile. It is important that we know these functions so that we can fully appreciate fats and make sure we don’t skimp out on consuming them. Fats include triglycerides, cholesterol, and essential fatty acids. Triglycerides are found in foods such as vegetable oils and animal fats…
Antioxidants – what even are they?
You may have heard about certain foods being advertised as “full of antioxidants”, but what even are antioxidants? Are they worth the hype and should we care about them?Firstly, you need to know what free radicals are to know about the function of antioxidants. Free radicals are small molecules that contain an unpaired electron and…