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Many people pursuing improved health or weight loss may look to try new and trendy diets. These diets often come with many promises. However, not all trends or fads live up to their health claims, sometimes with little or no evidence to support them. Unfortunately, some of these diet trends are not sustainable in the long term and can result in adverse health effects, yo-yo dieting, and lack of results.

Phytonutrients, also known as phytochemicals, are chemical compounds found in all plant foods that are essential for optimal human health. So far about 10,000 known phytochemicals have been identified and they are responsible for many of the colours, tastes and aromas of foods we eat every day. These phytonutrients add a powerful kick of antioxidants

Posture check! Are you slouching over your desk? Did this prompt make you sit up straight? We all likely remember being told at school or by our parents to sit up straight and therefore know that good posture is important; however, good posture tends to go out the window when engrossed in study.

Follow these simple steps and learn how to become a Nutritionist, a qualification that will allow you to impact your clients and their everyday lives greatly.

Have you finished your study and are ready to practice as a Nationally Recognised Nutritionist? Read the below article to understand all the benefits. WHAT CAN I DO WITH A CERTIFICATE IV IN NUTRITION? Launched in 2019, the 10763NAT – Certificate IV in Nutrition is a VET qualification developed to bridge the gap between Personal

What is your water-drinking style? Consistent or in need of improvement?
Too busy or forgetting are two reasons people don’t drink enough water. Amid study, you’re focused on meeting an assessment deadline, engrossed in reading course material, with your study load at the front of your mind rather than on your hydration levels.

A healthy diet must have a good balance of macronutrients. Macronutrients are naturally found in food. They are considered fundamental to our health because they perform essential everyday functions. So, let’s find out all about them.

The bodyweight squat is a lower-body compound exercise that uses all the major muscles of the leg, making it a highly functional movement that can be performed virtually anywhere. 

Besides good nutrition and hygiene, the three most important factors for optimising health and preventing illness are exercise, sleep and self-care. All three have been proven to reduce stress on the body, which in turn improves immunity and motivation for daily activities (including study).

One of the best things you can do for yourself AND for those around you during this time is to boost your immune system.
Did you know that over 70% of your immune system is located in the gut? In fact, certain cells in the intestinal lining are purely for the function of excreting antibodies into the gut to protect us against disease.