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Sleep: it’s vital to your wellbeing. Period.

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  • December 14, 2020

Exercise, tick. Healthy meals, tick. But are you getting enough sleep? The evidence is loud and clear—scrimp on your sleep and you risk undoing all your other good work. Sleep hygiene and getting the right amount of hours is where it’s at.

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Beware ‘healthy’ lunchbox foods

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February 4, 2021
Our children’s health, weight and teeth are paying the price of processed foods marketed as healthy lunchbox fillers. Spot the hype and get some smart swaps along the way.
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The best ways of eating to deliver the results

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February 4, 2021
Assessed by a panel of health experts, learn more about ways of eating that can reverse or prevent some diseases, increase your wellbeing and help you to lose weight. Hint, it’s about eating more plant-based foods and less meat.
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How’s your exercise goal tracking? Yeah ☹ Learn about ‘open goals’ instead 👍

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February 4, 2021
If we want to improve our exercise habits—it doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Open goals allow us to explore our potential and removes failure from the equation.
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Not feeling the New Year surge of energy yet?

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February 4, 2021
For insight and tips on how to find your flow again, consider your down time and whether you’re getting a balance across these five key experiences: psychological detachment, relaxation, mastery, control and enjoyment.
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Chocolate, its health benefits and a brief history lesson

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December 14, 2020
Ok, the festive season is upon us and we’d be remiss to not talk about chocolate—and its health benefits. Consumed in moderation of course; from a health perspective, one word dominates—dark (over milk chocolate) wins!
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Food for thought: plant-based eating for the over 65s

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December 14, 2020
For ethical or health reasons, people of all ages are turning to plant-based diets. We all have different nutritional needs with each life stage, so it pays to follow expert advice. Not sure if it’s for you? Seek guidance from...
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Post-exercise pain and how to address it

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December 14, 2020
With sound advice being to start slow and progress gradually, we all sometimes feel it after exercising. Here’s the latest evidence on what works, what doesn’t, and what you can do to feel better faster.
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Move your body for immediate, sustained benefits

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November 17, 2020
If you’ve let your exercise routine slide—or are keen to start one—know that even after one workout/walk/run/class your body and mind will thank you (despite maybe a little aching). For added benefit, rinse, repeat.
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The role of nutrition in mental health

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October 13, 2020
A growing body of evidence is telling us our mental health is influenced by the food we eat. It should come as no surprise that it’s linked to your intake of nutritious foods.
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Great news: football can improve your mental health!

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October 12, 2020
Research published in the Journal of Mental Health, confirms playing a game of footy can boost your mental health and wellbeing. It will also increase your fitness and social connections. With community football clubs all over Queensland, boosting your healthy...
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Walking is a super-powered exercise activity, here’s why

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July 28, 2020
Walking is a popular activity for many, and the good news is, keeping obesity and chronic diseases at bay can be as simple as putting one foot in front of the other, but what makes walking such an effective physical...
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Preschool FUNdamentals at home

Health and Wellbeing QueenslandThe University of Queensland
June 3, 2020
Fundamental movement skills are basic movement skills such as running, jumping, throwing and catching. Discover easy and fun activities to practice basic movement skills at home.
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