Your heart is at the centre of your health—literally and figuratively. But supporting your heart doesn’t require complex knowledge or medical training; it simply starts with a conversation. Whether you're attending a routine check-up or seeing your GP for the first time in years, knowing how to talk to your doctor about heart health can make all the difference.
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Understanding how the cardiovascular system works can help you appreciate the importance of maintaining good heart health throughout life, especially as you get older.
A healthy diet and exercise can help you to safeguard your heart. Take charge with daily exercise for a healthy heart.
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Catching-up with friends, chatting with neighbours or just helping out with the footy team can be great fun, but did you know spending time with other people can help improve your health?
Socialising with friends and family or getting involved has benefits for both your body and your mind – and could help you to live a longer and healthier life. Not only that, but being social and supportive to others mean they benefit too!
Being given a second chance can make you look at life differently. Regular physical activity can help the heart work better and make it stronger. Everyone needs to be active to stay healthy, but being physically active after you’ve had problems with your heart can be a little daunting. Just remember that a…
Healthy eating is not all about dieting and depriving yourself of the foods you love, it means eating the right foods in the right amounts – it’s about being healthy and feeling great!
Want to eat better but just don’t know where to start? Click here, to read about tips to help you get started:
When life deals us a blow it’s normal to feel down, stressed or even a little guilty for a while. But it’s also a chance to make a fresh start. Reconsider old habits and start making new ones. It can be the reason to get off the couch and exercise more regularly, the inspiration for a healthier lifestyle, or just the motivation to enjoy life and the people around you.
All you need is the right motivation.