It is always said that eating the right kinds of food to get all the nutrients you need is so necessary but this can be hard to do if you don’t know what is in each food. Eating a variety of foods means that you can get all that you are meant to without topping up on vitamin supplements. Read More »
Late in 2013, Australia climbed to fourth fattest nation on earth – behind America, Mexico and New Zealand. Right at the top of the list when it comes to the causes of obesity, alongside stationary lifestyle and fatty foods, is soft drink consumption. Read More »
The skin is the largest organ we have on our bodies, so it’s important we look after it and keep it in tip top condition. We have a tendency to abuse our skin when we’re young, and although we may not notice the damage right away, it sure does come out and show us up in later years. Take action ... Read More »
Many of us are taking some form of multivitamin or supplement, either on a daily basis, or just whenever we remember. However, it’s a sad fact that there’s a lot of misinformation floating about regarding these very common little pills – so let’s bust some myths with straight facts Myth: Orangey-yellow urine means you’re not getting any of the goodness ... Read More »
If you’ve spent more time worrying about the quantity of cakes in the fridge than your own weight over the last couple of months, it could be time you made a change and started to look after yourself a little better. Don’t get me wrong, there’s no need to waste money on a gym membership or spend hours swimming up ... Read More »
Our homes are places that we consider our sanctuaries from the outside world. They are our ‘safe’ places that we can escape to when we don’t want to be outdoors anymore, or when we have had a hard day at work and we just want to relax without being disturbed by anyone. But did you know that in some cases ... Read More »
Asbestos is known by many people as a “silent killer”, because exposure to large quantities of these naturally-occurring silicate materials will eventually lead to mesothelioma, a type of cancer which affects the natural lining of your body’s internal organs. Image by Aaron Suggs (via Flickr). Used in hundreds of thousands of different products since the latter half of the 19th ... Read More »
Strength training and running are two totally different things, and people often put more emphasis on one than the other. Some people champion running as the best sport to lose weight and get fit and healthy, while others swear by strength training as a way to build lean muscle and achieve the body of your dreams. But which side is ... Read More »
Image source Back pain is one of the most common aches that we get and is also one of the biggest reasons people take time off work. Sometimes the pain can last a day or two, in other cases it may continue for months. Many of us won’t bother with an ache or pain unless it disrupts daily life; however, ... Read More »
Image From Flickr It is the question on everyone’s lips; “Can I really lose weight fast?” and to be honest, there isn’t really a simple answer to that. There are so many different methods, fad diets and workout tips, that it would take us years to try and cover each and every one of them. However, there are pros and ... Read More »
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