A Family Legacy of Longevity I was in New Zealand recently. I went specifically to my aunt’s 100th birthday. My aunt is mentally incredibly sharp with a memory better than…
[Updated August 2019] What is Leptin? Leptin is a hormone secreted by fat cells in white adipose tissue. Leptin is a master hormone and sends a signal to the hypothalamus…
What to look for when it comes to quality chocolate. Originally written in 2014 With Easter fast approaching I just had to bring up chocolate! Now, you know me, I…
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Is there really a healthy school lunch that tastes as good as a chip roll? Transcript from a 2008 interview ‘Bad’ food in kid’s lunch boxes traditionally give them hyperactivity,…
Researchers at Queensland University are making strides in improving quality of life and preventing diseases like Alzheimer’s. They’ve uncovered the molecular secrets of aging in cells, shifting the perspective from…
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The USDA has just allowed for lab grown meats otherwise known as cultured meats (not to be confused with plant-based meats) to be available in the US human food supply. …
As the cost of living goes up many people take short cuts, but when it comes to health this is where we should place more emphasis and reduce costs somewhere…
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I’ve been traveling for nearly 3 months now through different countries and continents. Food habits and diets of the different countries and areas are remarkably different. I noticed that in…
The Dietitians of Australia believe that everyone diagnosed with diabetes should have free access to nutritional advice through the Medicare system, at least 7 visits a year, with an accredited…
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October 10, 2024 No Comments
Firstly, I want you to know that you are about to read an opinion piece. It’s about climate and this subject is highly polarising not just in the general public’s…
Manic depression, known as bipolar disorder, has been treated with drugs and psychotherapy but a new study based out of Edinburgh University is seeing the mental health disorder as something…
I was reading the weekend Australian paper front page as I dropped into my local newsagent. The Nations Weight Divide – Personal Problem or Society’s Fault? I had to buy it. …
A recent study published has found that ‘not all ultra-processed foods are bad for you.’ The study highlights a correlation between consumables such as sugary artificial sweetened drinks and processed…
Apeel is approved in Australia for use on all fruits and vegetables and there are no labelling laws. What is Apeel? The product Apeel is yet another example of stupidity…
What actually is lab-grown meat? The USDA has just allowed for lab grown meats otherwise known as cultured meats (not to be confused with plant-based meats) to be available in…
It’s been a hectic couple of weeks back on the speaking circuit with a series of library talks on the Sunshine Coast. It’s the greatest number of live talks I’ve…