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Healthy Smarts helps busy Australians stay healthy! Healthy Smarts is the go to place for all Australians who want to stay healthy, but are time poor.

Healthy Smarts provides quick, smart health solutions.

14/06/2024

There are foods that somehow just generate feelings of happiness, but did you know that research shows there are foods that can actually boost your mood? A few easy foods to add to your diet for that natural boost include:
- Walnuts
- Green Tea (which is linked to lower levels of anxiety, and also has been shown to improve memory and attention)
- Oysters have been shown in research to be a good mood lifter
- Berries, particulary blueberries, continuosly get called out as a great food for a range of reasons, research also shows it can be a mood enhancer
- Greens like spinach, kale and broccoli are packed with vitamins that benefit brain health, including vitamin K, lutein and folate, which research suggests can help slow cognitive decline,

19/05/2024

Headaches occur when specific nerves send pain signals to your brain. They can be hereditary, or triggered by environmental factors like eating certain foods, drinking alcohol or breathing in perfumes or other strong smells. For natural remedies you can try: eating regularly, ensure you are getting enough magnesium, drink plenty of water, get enough sleep and try ginger tea (which can help with head pain).

28/04/2024

JOINT HEALTH
Taking care of your joints, particularly as you get older, is really important, here's some simple things you can do to keep them healthy:
1. Don't wear high heels very often - it increases the force applied to the knee joint
2. Drink more water - water is important for synovial fluid in the joint, which helps to lubricate and increase cell growth
3. Warm up before you exercise - prepare the joints properly
4. Eat more fruit and vegetables - they are nutrient rich and help reduce inflamation
5. Get enough calcium - it's good for strong bones and joints
6. Watch high impact activity - prolonged exposure to high-volume / high-intensity activity can increase risk of osteoarthritis
7. Get enough Vitamin C - it's important to create collagen, which helps build cartilage in the joints

17/02/2024

Embrace the power of 'Me Time!' In the hustle of everyday life, it's easy to forget aobu the importance of taking time for yourself. Whether it is reading a book, going for a walk, or simply enjoying a quite moment of reflection, taking time out for yourself is essential for our mental, emotional and physical well-being.

Taking time to prioritise yourself allows you recharge and rejuvenate so you we can be the best selves in all areas of our lives. It's not selfish - it's self-care. So come on, carve out some time in your day to do something that brings you joy and peace. You deserve it.

14/02/2024

Remember love starts from within, so embrace your uniqueness and flaws and fabulousness - celebrate the beautiful person you are. And, along the way, spread some love and positivity wherever you go. A kind word or gesture can make someone's day brighter and their heart lighter.

13/02/2024

We all know we shouldn't indulge in sugary things, but a life without any sugar is difficult! But overdoing it comes with health consequences, namely the risk of developing diabetes or heart disease. There are some easy ways to avoid intaking too much sugar, here are a few:
- Avoid sugar soft drinks and juices, some have up to 55 grams of added sugar!
- Be careful with artificial sweeteners as they can interfere with glucose metabolism, which can actually hike up your sugar cravings over time.
- It's fine to treat yourself with some sweets, but learn how to portion control or switch to dark chocolate.
- Check nutrition labels on foods and drinks 'low fat' can mean 'high sugar'
- If you like flavoured yoghurt, purchase plain Greek yoghurt and add in your own frozen fruit

06/02/2024

New Year, New You? We often hit the new year having indulged considerably over the festive period with great hopes of a healthier body for the year ahead. If you have a weight loss goal but aren't meeting your expectations, ensure you review these aspects:
- Drink more water
- Eat enough protein
- Move more during the day (especially if you have a desk job)
- You're actually eating more calories than you think you are (keep a diary and see)
- You're stressed! So not making good choices with your diet

04/12/2023

Colostrum supplements are all over TikTok, but should you take them? Colostrum is the substance breasts produce before breastmilk and contains high concentration of nutrients and antioxidants which boosts a newborns immunity. These supplements come from cow colostrum and while the claims are high, it's a fairly new supplement so not fully researched. While some initial findings show positive immune, gut and health effects, more extensive research is needed to ensure the benefits touted are being delivered.

31/10/2023

Waking at 3am every night can get frustrating! There are many reasons why you are waking up (including getting older), but if you are, try to avoid stimulants 3-4 hours prior to bedtime, avoid naps during the day and switch of your electronic devices at least an hour before bed. If you do wake up, avoid stimulation (no phone or bright lights) and try deep breathing and relaxation techniques.

29/09/2023

Need more brain power? Vitamin D is not only good for your bones, but also your brain. It helps protect the integrity of your neurons which helps with your cognitive function. The sun (in moderation) is the main source, but you can enhance your levels through eating foods such as egg yolks, salmon, tuna and beef liver.

22/09/2023

It's difficult to stop chomping on pistachio's once you've started. But you'd be happy to learn that pistachios are one of the best healthy snacks you can grab. They are linked to promoting satiety, improving heart and gut health and even curbing weight gain in the long run. Opt for the raw, unsalted version. Happy munching.

27/08/2023

We all know that sleep is important, but sometimes you need an extra boost. A daytime nap can not only help you feel refreshed, it can promote cognitive areas, including self-regulation, executive functioning, cognitive control, enhance memory and motor performance. However, just be careful not to snooze too close to bedtime as it can detract from your nighttime sleep and undo all the good for the next day.

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