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It's been a tough year for most of us as we've learned to live with Covid-19. Now we are in a holding pattern waiting for a vaccine, there are lots of ways to keep well if we look. Read more »
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We can't plan for everything in life. Sometimes the lights just change on us, before we are ready. Here are some tips to remind you, that you already do have the skills to cope. Read more »
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Loneliness and social isolation are being increasingly seen as risk factors to good physical and mental health. Learn how to stay connected with others and improve your sense of well being in 5 easy steps. Read more »
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The power of food can change your life and Dietitians can help you unlock your potential through food. Read more »
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It’s what you do in 'the gaps' between the 'all on' and 'all off' phases that really matters to your physical and mental well-being. Read more »
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Be careful trying to appease everyone. If taken to excess "people pleasing behaviour' can ruin your health and relationships. Read more »
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While people pride themselves on individual thinking and creativity today, when it comes to eating, drinking and smoking, group mentality can take over. Learn how to keep your goals on track this year. Read more »
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If you are struggling with a weight or fitness issue and want to make changes this year look at your own “Attitude” first. Read more »
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Most of us procrastinate as we seek to prioritise our work, but around 20% of people are chronic procrastinators. Learn how procrastination can endanger your health and the tips we offer to help. Read more »
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When taking on new things it can help to look back at something else in life that you found hard initially, yet achieved. To remind yourself that you are capable of stepping outside your present comfort zone to achieve new things Read more »
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Despite the proliferation of information linking a healthy diet with weight control the rates of obesity around the world continue to grow.1
Could it be that adults and children misperceive their weight or lack the self- efficacy to make changes?
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Whether you are wanting to build a stronger relationship with your partner this Valentine’s day or take on a new course of study, improve your diet, exercise or work output this year- it all takes a certain level of commitment. Have you got what it takes to put your heart and soul into it? Read more »
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We can’t feel on a high all the time but being conscious of how we feel and taking corrective action when these feelings run off course is important to not only our own health but in building strong relationships. Read more »
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The decision to make a change towards a healthier lifestyle can often be confounded by the actions of those we love and care about. What can we do to stay 'on track'? Read more »
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Men’s health in New Zealand has deteriorated at a faster rate than women’s over the past 12 years. The results of nutrition and adult health surveys between 1997 and 2012 give us some clues as to why this may be so. Read more »
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Some people find it hard to control snacking and are continuously thinking about food. They may find themselves constantly picking, stock piling foods in drawers and cupboards at home and work. Read more »
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Do you start each year with a list of the goals, resolutions or aspirations? Things you would like to achieve for the year ahead (e.g. losing weight, cutting back on alcohol, doing more exercise, taking up a new hobby) only to find many of these have failed by February? Read more »
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If you want to enjoy the company of friends and family when you get older then if is important that you look after their health, as well as your own, as you age. Read more »
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To fulfil our dreams and achieve our goals we have to change our behaviour and sometimes even our point of view. This is a process, not an event. However with time, support and understanding the rewards can surpass the effort. Read more »
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Understanding the characteristics of resiliency and how to build it could be very helpful to your mental and physical well being.
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We all like to think that we call the shots regarding what we eat and drink. But who really has the last say over what we swallow? Read more »
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Are you wanting to get into exercise but are finding every excuse under the sun? E.g. my neighbour wants to join me but is away right now; I’m waiting for the gym to open; I’ll get back into it when school goes back. Does this sound familiar? If you wait for all the conditions to … Read more »
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Whether you are training for a national event or simply trying to keep fit and healthy here are some tips that may help you get into gear: Read more »
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Do you find yourself at the start of every year with a list of things that you know you should do, behaviours you want to change? But are unsure how to kick start the process? Read more »
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If you want to prolong the life of the man in your life here are some simple tips: Read more »
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Education research has shown that people learn in different ways. This fact has been taken into account when Lea Stening developed her nutrition education programs. We hope we can help you too. Read more »
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The general population is becoming more aware of the health risks associated with an inactive lifestyle, however the major task is to find innovative approaches to encourage a more active lifestyle for everyone.
Projects like the 10,000 steps Rockhampton program may be just the thing we need!
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Our immune system can help us defend our body from outside attack but can our mind be as reliable at determining how we react to things?
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