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Staying connected with our wellbeing allows us to make better-informed decisions about our health. Sometimes, small yet instrumental changes are needed to tweak our everyday habits which assist in long term behavior change.
Below you can find further information on a variety of general health and wellbeing topics.
Gym memberships can be expensive and when life gets in the way, or our motivation dips, it can be too easy to skip class. Enter the DIY, budget-friendly home gym that you can create with minimal fuss but plenty of rewards – here, physical health experts show us how to create a budget-friendly alternative to the gym in our own home.
As time has gone on, society’s understanding of mental health issues has improved significantly. Staying mentally healthy at home and at work is just as important as the food you eat or the exercise you do.
Below you can find further information on some of the most common mental health topics.
When someone close to you talks about suicide, it can be deeply troubling and difficult to know how to respond.
Good nutrition is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. The food and drinks we consume provide us with the necessary nutrients to provide our body with energy and maintain our wellbeing.
Below you can find further information on good nutrition from the array of health professionals who make up SMG Health.
Along with a healthy diet, exercise and lifestyle choices, sleep is a very important piece of the wellness puzzle. What we eat can have both positive and negative effects on our sleep quality and quantity.
Instilling healthy habits into children at a young age helps set them up for a bright, happy, healthy future.
Furthermore, children aged 5-12 years old are recommended to do 60 minutes of moderate to intense physical activity per day.
Below you can find further information on how to help with healthy eating habits and physical activity for children.
I give my husband a hard time about his smartphone use around our toddler. Don’t get me wrong; he’s a great dad – one of the best. But that shiny, electronic little sucker has a knack for hogging his attention at the expense.
Getting active throughout the day is a core component of a healthy lifestyle, whether that be time at the gym, or simply taking the stairs at the train station.
Furthermore, getting a good night of sleep can be an understated source of good performance for your day-to-day activities.
Below you can find further information on some of the most popular physical health topics.
Whether you travel for work, have a busy schedule with your family, or have frequent disruptions to your daily routine, life can feel frenzied.
Our sleep habits and hygiene pay a crucial role in our physical and mental wellbeing. Learning and improving our sleep cycles, and the understanding the importance of good sleep hygiene can assist in improving our mood, memory, judgement, and productivity.
Below you can find further information on a variety of sleep and fatigue management resources.
If you have trouble sleeping, you’re not alone. On an average night, 33 to 45 percent of the population have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep. Even people who usually sleep well may have trouble when they’re under extra stress or away from home.
Our lifestyles are busier than ever before and, as an ageing population, it has never been more important to invest in our physical and mental health so that we can enjoy a healthy, happy life. Checking in with how you’re fuelling your body, booking in for key physical health check ups, making time and space in your life for you, and moving your body in enjoyable ways are all great ways we can give ourselves the best chance at health.
Below you can find some helpful resources and guidance on how to support your mind and body through life’s challenges.
Our lifestyles are busier than ever before and, as an ageing population, it has never been more important to invest in our physical and mental health so that we can enjoy a healthy, happy life. Checking in with how you’re fuelling your body, booking in for key physical health check ups, making time and space in your life for you, and moving your body in enjoyable ways are all great ways we can give ourselves the best chance at good health.
For optimal health and performance throughout life, it’s critical for men to prioritise health and nutrition needs.
Below you can find further information on men's health and self-care.
Health remains one of few areas in life where men have the odds stacked against them, but what exactly are the biggest issues facing Men's Health in Australia?
A barbecue, steak or chicken parmigiana – meat is a staple of many Aussie diets.
In fact, the average Australian consumes 92.5 kilograms of meat per year, according to the Organisation of Economic Development and Cooperation – among the highest amounts globally, and well over recommended intakes.
However, only seven per cent of us eat the recommended amount of vegetables.
While this eating pattern may suit our tastebuds, it certainly doesn't do our bodies justice.
Excess meat consumption is linked with chronic conditions like obesity, high blood pressure, heart disease and cancer, while vegetable consumption helps to prevent these problems.
Clearly, we need to switch our habits if we're to live long and healthy lives.
Introducing, Meat-Free Monday. The idea is simple – going vegetarian one day each week (not necessarily a Monday) to improve our overall health.
Short-term, removing meat from our plates can reduce the salt and saturated fat contents of our meals, while making more space for nutrient-dense vegetables and wholegrains.
Long-term, research shows reducing meat intake can dramatically improve overall health. In fact, a 2010 study from Oxford University found that eating meat no more than three times a week could prevent 45,000 deaths each year in the UK alone.
And, if you need any more motivation to give it a go, remember, meat production is one of the biggest contributors to carbon emissions, meaning that forgoing your steak just one night a week is helping to save the environment.
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Many men in Australia are resigned to the well-known fact that they are not likely to live as long as their female counterparts. This is indeed true, with a boy born in 2015 expected to live until 80 years, whilst a female born at the same time can expect to live to 84 years.[1]
Every November, thanks to the strength of the Movember campaign for men’s health, we get to consider what is affecting the male half of our society. The health concerns for men are widespread and certainly not limited to just "beer bellies" or common diseases, such as diabetes.
What are the biggest health issues for men in Australia?
What needs to be addressed?
To help improve the face of men’s health in Australia, we need to:
These matters can potentially be traced back to what may be considered a core aspect of masculinity: self-reliance. The idea that one can look after themselves and seeking assistance from others is viewed as a weakness. A 2016 study identified that self-reliance is a key risk factor in suicidal thinking.[3] This inherent belief in self-reliance may also explain why 61% of Australian men do not engage in regular health check-ups.[4] This represents a key missed opportunity to prevent, or at least intervene, in the health issues that are widely affecting males.
What can you do in the workplace?
With the average Australian male spending over 30 hours a week in their workplace, this represents a great opportunity for employers to invest in the health of their staff members. Services provided within the convenient space of the workplace can potentially help to engage males who may not be proactive in seeking health services outside of work hours. Encourage healthy habits amongst the males in your workplace, contact SMG Health on 1800 273 865 for workplace health initiatives you can provide for your staff or co-workers.
