Our Heart Health Club nutritionist, Chloe Steele, talks us through the importance of eating a variety of real food to help keep our hearts healthy. The leading risk factor for heart disease in Australia is poor diet 1. Whilst we may traditionally think that this is due to the link between obesity and heart
Expert guidance from Kieren Payne, Founder and Owner of Altern8 Training in Sydney’s north shore. Step 1: See your doctor Always consult with your healthcare provider and get their clearance and advice before starting a new exercise regime. Everyone’s health is different, and this ensures your fitness journey suits your unique needs. Step 2: Decide
By Chloe Steele, our heart health nutritionist. Heart disease and disorders of the brain are among the leading causes of death in Australia, and recent research has started to find some intriguing links between the two. It has been observed that people suffering from anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, and major depressive disorder have an
Heart health is something all men AND women need to be aware of. With heart disease being Australia’s single leading cause of death*, it is important for ALL Australian’s to be aware of their risk factors and share their family history with their GP. 1.4 million Australians have a high chance of having a heart
As the temperature drops it’s tempting to cosy up indoors and hibernate until spring arrives. However, maintaining a regular exercise routine during the colder months is still important in promoting heart health and overall well-being. While you might need a little extra motivation, physical activity in winter comes with numerous benefits that can significantly improve
When did you last get your car serviced? Is it something you do every year without fail? “why is it we religiously get our cars serviced yet don’t take the time to get ourselves checked up?” These are the wise words of a Heart Research Australia ambassador who lost her husband to heart disease whilst
Among other things, stress and anxiety can have a negative impact on our heart health. Stress is a state of mental or emotional strain resulting from a negative situation or demanding circumstances. It can have a major influence upon mood, our sense of well-being, behaviour, and health. Dr Miranda Say, clinical neuropsychologist, states that heightened
Research has shown that mindfulness may have the potential to improve both blood pressure and heart health in many people (1, 2). What is mindfulness? Mindfulness is a centuries-old practice, grounded in Buddhist traditions and Tibetan meditation techniques. In recent years, psychologists and doctors have increasingly recognised the positive impact mindfulness can have on the
Associate Professor Tom Buckley RN, PhD, has provided some tips on how to maintain a healthy immune system during this continuing COVID-19 crisis. Associate Professor Tom Buckley RN, PhD – Sydney Nursing School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney and Department of Cardiology, Royal North Shore Hospital. 7 tips for maintaining a healthy
We did it!! The Heart Research Australia Crew turned up on a 30* day to run, walk, or a bit of both, 7km (some super keen ones doing 10km…..) from Dee Why to Manly, to raise awareness and funds for research into heart disease. A super early start but it was buzzing and we were