Excess fat and sugar can harm brain function: Study GPs have even more reason to warn patients of the risks of diets high in fat and sugar, with world-first research showing impacts beyond the physical.
Eating our way to missed health targets: CSIRO New research shows Australians are on a nutritional nosedive that threatens to thwart the nation’s 2030 health targets.
Pregnancy diet could improve child’s heart health: Study Researchers found eating a high-fibre diet while pregnant may reduce the child’s CVD risk, but one GP expert says it is too early to tell.
Cost a major factor for missed genetic testing during pregnancy With no Medicare rebate, financial barriers are preventing many pregnant people from accessing non-invasive screening for common genetic conditions.
Microbiome magic: How dairy helps nurture the gut SPONSORED: While known to reduce the risk of a host of chronic diseases, its lesser-known benefits, particularly for gut health, are often overlooked.
Australia’s total food consumption falls: ABS The cost-of-living crisis has forced changes to eating habits, with shoppers choosing cheap and convenient items over fruit and veggies.
A key mental health question: ‘What are you eating?’ GPs must keep nutrition front of mind when working to improve a patient’s mental health, write Dr Terri-Lynne South and Professor Lauren Ball.
Non Invasive Prenatal Testing Dr Alison Archibald, a Certified Genetic Counsellor at the Victorian Clinical Genetic Services, discusses NIPT screening with Dr Krystyna de Lange.
How should GPs discuss weight with their patients? A high-profile body image advocate wants doctors to stop raising the issue, but clinicians say there are ways to sensitively approach the topic.
The good news story nourishing Australian general practice Professor Lauren Ball explores five ways that nutrition care is positively influencing contemporary general practice.