LiveLighter Blog
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Sugary Drinks - Time to make real change
- Apr 09, 2018
- by Emma Groves
Given the evidence of the harm associated with sugary drink consumption, perhaps it’s time to reconsider where they are sold and are available for purchase. Take action to reduce their sale at your workplace, local recreation centre or sports club.
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Physical Activity to feel better
- Apr 04, 2018
- by Peter Edwards
We know what you’re probably thinking: “another physical activity blog about exercising to reduce my chance of getting sick.” Well, yes and no.
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Nourishing morning teas
- Mar 27, 2018
- by Clare O'Shea
Morning and afternoon teas provide a wonderful mix of great company, tasty snacks and tea, but it’s very easy to accidentally have nothing but cake and muffins for lunch. Fortunately there are healthier ways to enjoy morning or afternoon tea!
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"Little goals are the way to go" when it comes to giving up soft drink: Michelle's story
- Mar 20, 2018
- by Michelle Crilly
Young Yorta Yorta woman, Michelle Crilly, features in the new 'Our Stories' campaign sharing her positive experience in giving up soft drink.
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Andrew sheds 30kg, cuts type 2 diabetes risk, boosts confidence
- Mar 06, 2018
- by Kelly Eng
Having unsuccessfully attempted diets in the past Andrew readily joined the Life! program, always reminding himself of the reasons why he decided to make long term positive changes to his health.
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Mike reaps health benefits of kicking sugary drink habit
- Mar 01, 2018
- by Clare O'Shea
By cutting back on sugary soft drinks, Mike has reduced his risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes and tooth decay, plus a range of other weight-related health problems. And now, with new research from Cancer Council Victoria and the University of Melbourne revealing sugary drink consumption can increase the risk of cancer, it looks like he has reduced this risk too.
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Cook from the heart this Valentine's Day
- Feb 13, 2018
- by Clare O'Shea
This Valentine’s Day cook for that special someone from the bottom of your heart. After all, nothing says ‘I love you’ like a tasty home-cooked meal … especially one that’s healthy.
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Make like an Olympian and get moving
- Feb 09, 2018
- by Peter Edwards
As the Winter Olympics kick off it's time to jump off the couch and get moving.
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Beware the sausage fizzle
- Jan 23, 2018
- by Amelia Harray
The humble snag may not be so humble after all. LiveLighter's recent Sausage Fizzle Survey highlights just what's in a sausage. Just in time for BBQ season.
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How to cool down without the sugar
- Jan 11, 2018
- by Alison McAleese
At first glimpse a frozen drink can seem like a cheap and innocent way to cool down on a scorching day. However, we looked beyond the price tag and found they’re packed with added sugar!