MENTAL HEALTH SELF CARE AND COPING WITH BODY IMAGE ISSUES FOR NEW MOTHERS DURING COVID-19 Proven ways to maintain a positive attitude and feel good about yourself in this challenging time By Karthika Thomas Counsellor/ Yoga Instructor, Mind For Life Motherhood is the most celebrated phase of a woman’s life. Being a mother to a …
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NUTRITION HOW TO MAINTAIN A HEALTHY BODY IMAGE Ways to have a good relationship with your body and increase your self-esteem By Nilofar Dorani Dietitian (APD), Nutritionist at Mind For Life Body image issues have increased worldwide over the last 30 years and ironically, it is the top ranked issue of concern for young people …
MENTAL HEALTH HOW TO COPE WITH LOSING YOUR JOB DURING COVID-19 Simple strategies to remain mentally strong and resilient in the face of uncertainty By Karthika Thomas Counsellor/ Yoga Instructor, Mind For Life Have you just been let go from your work? Do you feel increasingly stressed about being unemployed? Do you blame yourself for …
COVID-19 CHALLENGES SIMPLE TIPS TO FUEL YOUR BODY IN THE FACE OF JOB LOSS & OTHER COVID-19 CHALLENGES |By Nilofar Dorani |Dietitian (APD), Nutritionist at Mind For Life Did you know that a new report on the nation’s eating habits revealed thatAustralians make 51.5 million visits to fast food restaurants every month. Thatmeans we’re spending …
NUTRITION WHAT ARE DISCRETIONARY FOOD CHOICES AND WHY YOU SHOULD AVOID THEM |By Nilofar Dorani |Dietitian (APD), Nutritionist at Mind For Life This week we are going to focus on how our lifestyle choices can impact ouroverall health and well-being. Some of the low nutritional foods and drinks we consume daily do not form part …
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU DON’T GET ENOUGH SLEEP Simple and effective ways to help maintain good sleeping habits By Roberta Smith Counsellor, Mind For Life Having a regular sleeping pattern is essential to making sure that you have enough energy throughout your day. It also assists in keeping you motivated to choose healthy meal options …
How to relax and unplug during this pandemicAs everything moves online, burning out has become a threat By Karthika ThomasCounsellor/ Yoga Instructor, Mind For Life COVID-19 has become a rather common term in the present-day scenario. Lockdowns and social distancing rules are increasingly being accepted as the “New Normal” around the world. Social media and …
Effective ways to manage stress as you prepare for exams and the HSC Healthy eating habits, reducing anxiety and balancing moods By Nilofar Dorani Dietition(APD), Mind For Life Our body’s response to stress greatly affects our appetite, but this doesn’t necessarily mean it changes our body’s need for food. During stressful periods, we find it …
AUTHOR Nilofar Dorani Accredited Practicing Dietitian nutritionist@mindforlife.org.au Vitamin C is a water-soluble micronutrients (not stored in the body) must be obtained from food every day. Vitamin C is important for keeping your skin, bones and connective tissues healthy. It also helps with wound healing, infections (Viral and Bacterial) and iron absorption. Heating foods destroys vitamin …
AUTHOR Roberta Smith Mind for Life Contact us for further support info@mindforlife.org.au The connection between the mind and body is crucial to mental and physical health. Mindfulness is the awareness and acceptance of oneself, one’s thoughts and emotions. It is important to accept how you are feeling today, whether you are fatigued, unwell, energetic, upset …
