Diabetes Facts

Diabetes Facts – Australian Institute of Health and Welfare  Diabetes is a very serious disease that causes high blood sugar levels (elevated blood glucose).  People with diabetes have an increased risk of strokes, heart attacks, high-blood pressure, kidney disease and blindness. If you are obese, you can reduce your risk of developing diabetes by eating a Read More …

Obesity

Being obese or overweight means you carry too much weight and body fat. Being obese puts you in the highest weight range, exceeding what is considered healthy. Being overweight also means your body weight is outside the usual healthy range, but is not as extreme as obesity.  Obesity can be a sensitive topic, however Obesity Read More …

Is Sugar Bad for you?

You’ve probably heard that sugar is bad for you and that you should remove it from your diet, but how true are these statements?Sugar isn’t intrinsically bad for you, but is an important source of energy for the body and particularly the brain, however in large amounts, sugar can negatively impact your health. You should monitor Read More …