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Disease-fighting antioxidants A diet high in antioxidants may reduce the risk of many diseases (including heart disease and certain cancers). Antioxidants scavenge free radicals from …

About oxidation The process of oxidation in the human body damages cell membranes and other structures, including cellular proteins, lipids and DNA. When oxygen is …

How to be a healthy weight – balancing energy in and energy out Achieving or maintaining a healthy weight is all about balancing the energy …

What to expect from a dietitian The initial consultation may run for around 60 to 90 minutes. The dietitian will ask detailed questions about your …

Schedule of fees for dietitians The fees you can expect to see a dietitian may vary. Consultations with dietitians who work in public hospitals are …

Dietitians work in a range of fields Dietitians work across many different fields, including: hospitals and aged care – dietitians in hospitals and nursing homes educate …

Dietitians are trained professionals In Australia, there is a difference between a dietitian and other nutritional health providers including nutritionists. All dietitians are nutritionists, but …

Waist circumference is a better indicator of increased disease risk A person’s waist circumference is a better predictor of health risk than BMI. When identifying …

What is a healthy BMI range for children? BMI calculations used for adults are not a suitable measure of weight for children or adolescents. BMI …

Why isn’t BMI always the best measure of health? Generally speaking, the more body fat you’re carrying, the higher your health risk. However, BMI cannot …