Overweight and obesity is the second-largest contributor to Australia’s disease burden and health costs, including significantly driving Australia’s high-cost diseases (for example, musculoskeletal disorders, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancers). It’s estimated to cost the Australian economy $11.8 billion, and if obesity rates continue to increase, will cost Australia...
asks Thea van de Mortel. And with all this COVID around, should we be isolating too? As we head towards winter, the likelihood of picking up a pesky cold increases. But COVID changes how we approach sore throats and runny noses. If you have cold symptoms and...
This yummy plum and almond cake is a perfect desert for cooler weather and is delicious served with whipped fresh cream. Plum and almond cake Prep Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 Mins. Serves 6-8 Ingredients 8 to 10 plums Two eggs ½ cup (125ml) milk ¼ cup (60g) butter melted 1 cup...
‘Just as important as English or maths’: report researchers Margaret S. Barrett and Katie Zhukov The National Music Teacher Mentoring Program was established by Richard Gill in 2015 and implemented through the Australian Youth Orchestra. The mentoring program uses a simple formula: experienced music specialist teachers (the...
Researchers discuss plant-based alternatives Processed meat alternatives like plant-based burger patties, sausages and nuggets are being marketed as a more sustainable, healthy alternative to meat, but are they all safe or nutritious? A plant-based burger. Pixabay/Lysindamond Replacing meat with foods like legumes, beans and grains is nothing new...
Here’s how to make it easier! report Lauren Ball and Lana Mitchell As academics and dietitians, we have a head start in making nutritious choices for our kids, but we also sometimes struggle with lunchboxes. Even without a pandemic affecting our food supply chains, supporting a healthy...
Australian researchers have uncovered the key immunological changes that underpin remission of peanut allergy in children, paving the way for new, more targeted treatments. Research at a Glance: Researchers have uncovered key immunological changes that underpin clinical remission of peanut allergy in children The study found that...
Clare Wishart’s desire to be a strong role model for her children leads to a personal battle on the food front. I was brought up to enjoy good, healthy food. Soft drinks and chips were for ‘special occasions’. As kids, we were allowed tuckshop lunches once...
Researcher Peter Hurley, reports that about 9 million Australians, 35% of the population, live in neighbourhoods classified as childcare deserts – populated areas where there are more than three children per childcare place. In the first research of its kind in Australia, the Mitchell Institute has...
Sue Ollerhead reports why all teachers need to teach language and literacy, not just English teachers Proposed changes to the New South Wales English syllabus reinforce the misguided idea that the teaching of language and literacy skills should fall chiefly to English teachers, leaving other teachers...
