Australia is an aging population and our inactivity and sedentary lifestyles are aging us faster than what needs to be the case. Regular moderate exercise keeps us fit and strong enough to keep working and doing the things we love in our later years. Unfortunately some of our older citizens think (incorrectly) that it’s too [...]
Despite the confusion generated by the media about nutrition, the real research points to something quite simple. Cut back on processed foods and eat more natural whole foods. There are indeed some great products you can buy to make life easy, but in essence having the ability to swiftly throw together a quick meal from [...]
Research shows that shift work can be hazardous to your health. The body has an internal clock (“circadian clock”) that works on a 23-26 hour rotation. This clock is “set” by factors such as day-light, eating habits, sleep times and body temperature. Of an evening sunlight fades and the brain responds by excreting greater concentrations [...]
There is enormous interest in wholegrains because their regular consumption has been associated with better health and vitality and a reduction in chronic disease risk (see below). We use in all our products at least 51% BARLEYmax which is a wholegrain cereal of the type health authorities recommend we consume each day. What is a [...]
