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Is Cereal the King of Breakfast?

Is Cereal the King of Breakfast?
Unless you have been living under a rock you probably have noticed the recent media explosion showing how we as a nation are living lives which are making our waistlines wider and wider. You may be considering some changes to your diet and may be starting with the first meal of the day. If you…
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I’m Too Old To Exercise!

I’m Too Old To Exercise!
Looking at the large majority of magazine covers you would not be alone if you thought the need to keep moving stopped in your mid-twenties. What you may not know is that moving does not have an age. The only time movement becomes irrelevant is when you are six feet under. I often say to…
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Is How You Eat Your Protein Affecting Your Results?

Is How You Eat Your Protein Affecting Your Results?
Are you eager to make sure your sessions in the gym pay off? Eating protein is an important part of building muscle but how you spread your protein in your day can also affect your results. Most Aussies tend to have an eating pattern of not much protein in the morning say a piece of…
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Are You Juicing Your Health Away?

Are You Juicing Your Health Away?
Are you one of many people who enjoy a glass of juice? You may believe the drink is giving your body many nutrients which will help you be your healthiest and meet your fruit servings for the day. The unfortunate news here is this is mostly not the case. Juice, especially the varieties bought in…
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How much protein is too much?

How much protein is too much?
You are not alone if you think you need to have a cupboard full of protein supplements to get enough protein to achieve results, what you may not realise this is, in most cases, incorrect. Protein is in the group of macronutrients or a major nutrient your body needs to build and repair all the…
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Two Pregnancy Food Myths Debunked

Two Pregnancy Food Myths Debunked
If you are expecting a little someone it is not uncommon to want to do everything possible to make the start of your child's life opimal. This can mean a sudden driven desire to quit almost all the food groups including the foods and drinks you enjoy. Some of these are valid choices like choosing…
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Wallet Happy Eating

Wallet Happy Eating
No matter how much you love food, saving a few dollars makes anyone feel good. Eating healthy can be an expensive commitment but there are ways to reduce the cost and save money for other things. Here are a few tips to help your wallet: Don’t shop on an empty stomach. This can lead to…
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Nutrients You Need to Know About If You Follow A Vegan Diet

Nutrients You Need to Know About If You Follow A Vegan Diet
There is a lot of hype around decreasing animal products and choosing a diet rich in plant foods, but is this safe for your health? With increasing evidence on the negative health effects of eating too much red and processed meat as well as the benefits to the planet’s health, it is no surprise more…
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