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Calorie King wrote a new post, A Guide to Sugar 1 year, 11 months ago
Next time you go to call your nearest and dearest “sugar,” “sweetie” or even “honey”, take a moment to consider whether it’s really a term of endearment you’re flattering them with.
In the past, when sugar wa […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Gestational Diabetes 1 year, 11 months ago
Pregnancy is an exciting and turbulent time, full of new experiences both good and bad. During pregnancy you do everything you can to look after your own health, knowing your baby’s future health depends on i […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Food Calories, Exercise Calories and Net Calories 1 year, 11 months ago
If you’re trying to lose weight, understanding how your body uses the food you eat is important. The key to weight loss is:
“Weight loss = Inputting less than your body needs to maintain its current […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Carbohydrates and Diabetes: What's the Link? 1 year, 11 months ago
If you have diabetes, it’s important to know how carbs can affect your blood glucose levels. If you eat too many carbohydrates, especially the types of carbohydrates which your body processes rapidly, your blood […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, A Guide to Carbohydrates 1 year, 11 months ago
“Carbohydrate” is a word hot on everyone’s lips, and not usually in the friendliest sense. In fact, carbohydrates seem to be the latest evil scapegoat, blamed for everybody’s extra kilos. But the idea that carbs a […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Exercise and Diabetes 1 year, 11 months ago
Whether or not you have diabetes, regular exercise is essential for good health and well being. But for people with diabetes, the benefits of exercise may be even more significant. Exercise can help reduce […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Asparagus – A bunch of goodness 1 year, 11 months ago
While fresh asparagus is a favourite in many households, are you aware of all the nutritional benefits this humble vegetable can provide?
In season between mid August and February in Australia, asparagus is a […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Coping with Emotional Eating 1 year, 11 months ago
Hunger doesn’t always begin in your stomach; your mind can be an equally powerful trigger when it comes to the urge to eat.
Many people “feel hungry” when they feel a need to numb certain emotions or to ease […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Diabetes Basics: Management and treatment 2 years ago
Diabetes is a disease currently affecting more than one million people across Australia, with numbers continuing to rise. In fact, diabetes is developing worldwide at epidemic rates. However, although diabetes is […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, 10 Ways to Tame Your Appetite 2 years ago
When it comes to losing weight, there are some things you do better off without… and an insatiable appetite is one of them. Appetite can feel like an untameable beast, controlling your thoughts and actions until […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Constant Cravings and How to Curb Them 2 years ago
Wouldn’t life be simpler if, instead of cravings for cakes and chocolate, your body cried out for green vegetables and salad?
Sadly, unless you’re Bugs Bunny, that’s never going to happen.
The good news […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Diabetes Basics: Understanding the Disease 2 years ago
Diabetes is a disease currently affecting more than one million people across Australia, and this number is only rising. However, although diabetes is so widespread, many of us don’t have a good understanding of t […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Everything You Should Know About Type 2 Diabetes and Children 2 years ago
Did you know the number of young people being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes is on the rise in Australia? It’s important to consider whether your child is at risk of developing this condition, and what you can do […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Cholesterol – Not Just the Bad Guy 2 years ago
The media made it out to be a villain. Scientists say it’s essential for life. No wonder there’s confusion around cholesterol.
What is it, and how much do we need?
Cholesterol is a waxy white substance prod […]
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Calorie King wrote a new post, Breastfeeding and Weight Control 2 years ago
After the birth of your baby, many women expect to bounce right back to their pre-pregnancy weight. Be aware that this can take time! Everyone knows that breastfeeding is good for your baby, but it’s also an […]
