Cancer
06 Sep 2007
Nutrition in the Mature Woman
Nutritional status in old age is as important as in any other stage of the life cycle. Some physiological changes that occur as part of…
Bowel
13 Aug 2007
What and How Much to Eat During Pregnancy
During pregnancy macronutrients provide the energy necessary for foetal growth and maintenance of the woman’s weight and essential bodily functions. These requirements therefore increase during…
Children's health
09 Aug 2007
An Introduction to Obesity Treatments
Methods for weight loss include reducing calorie intake, increasing physical activity, behaviour therapy as well as pharmacological (drug) and surgical treatments for obesity.
Bowel
06 Aug 2007
Increase of Allergies in Western Society
Since the 1960s there has been a progressive increase in the incidence of allergic disease in Western countries. Even though the processes involved with allergic…
Children's Health
01 Aug 2007
Lifestyle Changes for Obesity and Weight Loss
Lifestyle modification, with a reduction of energy intake and an increase in physical activity, is essential in all treatment strategies for obesity and weight loss.
Children's health
06 Jul 2007
Helicobacter Pylori Eradication
Helicobacter pylori can irritate the gastrointestinal system, and cause ulcers and other problems in the stomach and in the duodenum. A specific treatment has been…
Bowel
02 Jul 2007
Glycaemic Load (GL)
The glycaemic load (GL) is an extension of the GI, taking into account the quantity of carbohydrates as well. The GL is obtained by multiplying…
Children's health
26 Jun 2007
Bullying and Obesity in Children
Childhood obesity is an increasing problem in Australia. Studies suggest that three times as many children are overweight or obese now than 30 years ago.…
Children's health
25 Jun 2007
GORD: Managing the Symptoms
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD or GERD) is a common and chronic gastrointestinal disorder. Nearly 80% of the population will experience symptoms of reflux at some…
