How to get more fibre in your diet
Why is fibre important? How much do you need? If you aren’t getting enough, what are some simple ways to get more fibre in your diet?
Making friends when you’re older
People who are more socially connected and have a more active social life are physically and mentally healthier and live longer. So it’s important to know how to make new friends as you get older.
How to boost your energy
A lot of women say that they struggle to wake up in the mornings, don’t have enough energy and constantly feel tired. Does this sound like you? If so, try these easy ways to boost your energy levels naturally.
Are vitamins a waste of money?
Australians spend around $2 billion a year on vitamin and mineral supplements. In the US it’s more than US$12 billion per year. Is this a waste of money or a good investment in our health?
How to keep your brain healthy
Keeping your brain healthy is essential for living a fulfilling, healthy and long life. There are simple changes you can make to improve and protect your brain health.
Is eating fat bad for you?
Eating fat is not inherently bad for you. Fat is an important part of a healthy diet. But you do need to be conscious of how much and what type you eat.
How much protein do you need a day?
Why is protein so important for women particularly as you get older? How much do you need each day? How do you balance your intake?
How to stop overeating
While the occasional over sized meal or snack won’t do too much harm, regularly overeating can lead to weight problems and associated health risks such as diabetes and heart disease so it’s important to try to stop it.
Are carbs bad for you?
Carbs have gotten a really bad wrap lately. People seem to think that carbs are bad for you and the only way to lose weight is to cut them out. This isn’t the case.
Why strength training is important for older women
Strength training has health benefits for anyone, but it is especially important for women as we get older. Here’s why strength training is so important.
Menopause – what to expect
Going through menopause can be stressful. But it’s much easier to navigate if you know what to expect and what you can do to make it easier.
Healthy Snack Ideas for Women
Sn\nacks can unfortunately easily derail an otherwise healthy diet. Here’s some ideas for healthy snacks that will keep hunger at bay and take almost no time to prepare.
Healthy Cooking Made Easy
A lot of people I talk to seem to think that cooking, especially cooking healthy meals is complex and requires a lot of skill. Or a lot of time. That’s not the case. It’s just about being organised.
Multitasking – Is it good or bad for you?
If you’re regularly doing multiple things at once you may have thought you are an efficient multi-tasking champion. Turns out you’re wrong.
Eat healthy, don’t diet
Diet implies something you do for a while, but if you really want to keep to a healthy weight and feel well, you need make sustainable changes that you can maintain in the long term. You need to eat healthy, not diet.