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Nutrition for school children

Nutrition for school children

Maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise is important for everyone, especially school-aged children. They need to eat a variety of foods from each food…

13 Dec 2007

Hayfever (seasonal rhinitis)

Hayfever (seasonal rhinitis)

Seasonal rhinitis or hay fever is an exaggerated response to an allergen (e.g. pollen), causing inflammation of the nose, itchy eyes and sneezing.

20 Nov 2007

Impact of Diet on Allergy Risk

Impact of Diet on Allergy Risk

Over the last few decades, there has been a huge increase in the number of people suffering from allergies. A large number of studies are beginning…

20 Nov 2007

Nutrition in Adolescent Girls

Nutrition in Adolescent Girls

Adolescence is the transition period between childhood and adulthood, typically between the ages of 10 and 13 years in girls. Adolescence is characterised by the…

20 Nov 2007

Nutrition for lowering cholesterol levels

Nutrition for lowering cholesterol levels

Both dietary changes and drugs are used in the management of cholesterol levels. In most cases, the dietary approach is the first option, since dietary…

20 Nov 2007

The Power of Fruit Juice

The Power of Fruit Juice

Some types of fruit juice are packed with health benefits, but stay away from juices loaded with sugar. In years…

13 Nov 2007

Improve Healthy Eating by Involving Kids in Grocery Shopping

Improve Healthy Eating by Involving Kids in Grocery Shopping

Getting kids to eat their fruits and vegetables can be a challenge for any parent. However, involving children in grocery…

12 Oct 2007

Obesity and its Cost on the Workforce

Obesity and its Cost on the Workforce

Obesity is costing the Australian economy $637 million dollars each year due to indirect costs associated with increased sick leave, lower productivity, unemployment, disability, early…

04 Oct 2007

Introduction to Nutrition

Introduction to Nutrition

Nutrition is essential for growth and development, health and well-being. Eating a healthy diet contributes to preventing future illness and improving quality and length of…

17 Sep 2007