Diabetes
Pediatricians' group warns against keto diet for kids with diabetes
Low-carb diets may be all the rage, but they're not for kids with diabetes, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
Sep 18, 2023
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Health
Why taxing 'junk food' to tackle obesity isn't as simple as it seems
Former UK prime minister Tony Blair has called for more taxes on junk food to tackle the UK's obesity crisis. This includes extending sugar taxes beyond just soft drinks, as well as taxing food that is high in salt and fat. ...
Sep 18, 2023
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Health
Old age and heat can be deadly combo: Tips to stay safe
Hot weather can pose serious health risks for older adults.
Sep 11, 2023
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Five ways to take control of your menstrual cycle and improve your sports performance
Menstruation is often seen as a negative experience, with symptoms that can be disruptive to daily life. Participation in sport and physical activity is particularly affected, with 78% of teenage girls reporting they avoid ...
Sep 6, 2023
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Diabetes
Q&A: Reducing teen's risk of diabetes
I am a 40-year-old overweight woman diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes a little over a year ago. I have become more mindful about the food our family eats, limiting sugar and incorporating more fruits and vegetables into meals ...
Aug 23, 2023
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Overweight & Obesity
Some schools respond to child obesity by focusing on water
In the midst of a childhood obesity epidemic, a new study is pointing to a way to help school kids maintain a healthier weight: clean, accessible drinking water.
Aug 7, 2023
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Health
For people with diabetes, healthy eating may not be enough if their diet is rich in ultra-processed foods
The very first rule for people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is to eat a healthy nutritious diet. Attention to ingested calories, as well as nutrients contained in various foods, become integral parts of a diabetic person's ...
Jul 26, 2023
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Dentistry
Sipping is terrible for your teeth
If you think sugar, soda, and sticky sweets are bad for your teeth, you're right. But there's something even worse: sipping.
Jun 21, 2023
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Health
Is it finally time to ban junk food advertising? A new Australian bill could improve kids' health
Today independent MP and former GP Sophie Scamps will introduce a bill into federal parliament that would restrict junk food advertisements aimed at children.
Jun 19, 2023
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Health
Drinking fountains in every town won't fix all our water issues—but it's a healthy start
Water plays a significant role in Aboriginal culture. The Fish Traps in Brewarrina, Baiame's Ngunnhu, for example, were built by eight clan groups and continue to sustainably fish the Barwon River.
May 24, 2023
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