Losing 6kg results in big health gains

Half of Australia’s population are over a healthy weight, increasing their risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and some cancers.

Obesity also affects our immune systems, creating ‘pro-inflammatory’ immune cells that circulate in the blood and attack the body. Pro-inflammatory immune cells also promote coronary artery disease.

Bone Health for Life

We all know that calcium is important for children's growing bones, but what about for older people? According to Osteoporosis Australia, older Australians aged 60 and over are the worst age group at meeting their recommended daily calcium requirements, with only 8% meeting the target of three serves of dairy a day.

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Menopause can seem like a scary time for some women.

When we see menopause portrayed in the media or popular culture, such as in the recent movie Sex and the City 2, it's often in a negative light with women depicted as slaves to their hormones.

It's important to remember that menopause is an individual experience and not all women will experience menopause symptoms. At the same time a woman goes through menopause there may be other things going on in her life, such as changing family relationships and / or work roles as well as new experiences taking place.