Jayne Tancred

by Jayne Tancred Health experts are always telling us to eat a varied diet, but what does that really mean? Well, if you’re one of those people who eats the same bowl of cereal and glass of OJ for breakfast every day, a simple sandwich most lunchtimes, and then meat and two veg for dinner, your daily diet probably contains around 11 different types of food. But the experts at Nutrition Australia actually suggest we aim to include around 30 different foods in our daily diets so that we get a broad range of the many health-promoting compounds they contain.[1] 

by Jayne Tancred How often do you eat fruit? I’m sure you’ve seen the government-sponsored advertisements encouraging us all to ‘Go for 2+5’ – in other words to eat at least two pieces of fruit a day, and five serves of vegetables. But are you really doing it? Research suggests that while most of us are getting enough veggies, many Aussies, aren’t including enough fruit in their diets[1]. Eating well is probably the most effective and economical form of preventive medicine there is, and an abundance of fruit and vegetables should form the basis of your healthy eating plan. Why? 

Being able to see clearly is a precious gift, and one that we often take for granted. How different would your life be if you couldn’t read, drive, or see the faces of your family and friends? As we get older, many of us will experience failing vision. Often the remedy can be as simple as getting an updated prescription for your glasses, but serious eye problems such as cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are also increasingly common, and can have a significant impact on your sight. It pays to do everything you can now to prevent these conditions 

Almost every time you go to the doctor, you’ll get your blood pressure taken. What your doctor is actually doing is measuring the amount of force your heart is using as it pumps the blood around your body. When it’s too high, you’re at increased risk of developing cardiovascular problems due to the extra stress on your blood vessels (hence the medical name for high blood pressure, ‘hypertension’). High blood pressure is incredibly common, affecting as many as one in seven Australian adults, and becoming more prevalent as we get older. In the 1990s, the famous Dietary Approaches to Stop 

A big part of RioLife’s philosophy is to give back where possible, it is very important for all businesses to help make a difference where they can. Acai is a native staple for the Amazonians, so it is only fair to give back to the communities that live there. On a Recent trip to Brazil Co Founders and Directors Andrew Cameron and Jeremy Liddle spent quality time visiting the harvesters and Acai Berry processing facilities in the city of Belem which is the Acai Capital of the World! Here Brazilians consume 400 tonnes of this incredible fruit a day!! A 

If you want glowing skin, heaps of energy and a healthy digestive system, it’s essential that you consume enough fluids to stay well hydrated. Besides all the other vital functions that fluids perform in your body, they transport oxygen and nutrients to your cells, are involved in the detoxification and removal of wastes, and help regulate your body temperature, preventing you from overheating. It’s often said that we need to drink at least two litres of fluid per day – but did you know that under certain circumstances, you might need even more? If you live or work in a hot climate – 

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day – so don’t be tempted to go without it! Here are six reasons to start every morning with a healthy, nutritious meal. 1. Better blood sugar and energy balance: By the time breakfast rolls around, you’ll probably have gone 10 or more hours without food. Postpone eating until lunchtime, and you’re potentially looking at closer to 16 hours – so its no wonder you’ll feel prone to energy slumps. A low glycaemic index (low-GI) breakfast (such as wholegrain toast with baked beans, or some rolled oats) is ideal, and may 

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day – so don’t be tempted to go without it! Here are six reasons to start every morning with a healthy, nutritious meal. 1. Better blood sugar and energy balance: By the time breakfast rolls around, you’ll probably have gone 10 or more hours without food. Postpone eating until lunchtime, and you’re potentially looking at closer to 16 hours – so its no wonder you’ll feel prone to energy slumps. A low glycaemic index (low-GI) breakfast (such as wholegrain toast with baked beans, or some rolled oats) is ideal, and may 

Have you ever noticed what stunning skin Mediterranean women have? If you weren’t lucky enough to be born with those genes yourself, their glowing complexions have probably left you green with envy more than once in your life. While genetic factors undoubtedly play a part, it’s quite possible that the Mediterranean diet has something to do with it too. Renowned for being one of the most nutritious ways of eating on earth, people who eat a traditional Mediterranean diet have been shown to enjoy a degree of protection against health problems (including heart disease) and have a greater likelihood than 

At RioLife, we’re as passionate about the environment and communities our acai berries come from as we are about the berries themselves. (And since we famously can’t get through a single day without a delicious and energising RioLife acai bowl for breakfast, you know that means we’re pretty passionate!) Unlike most other industries in the Amazon basin, the harvesting of acai berries doesn’t involve the destruction of the precious trees that make this region so unique, harbour a plethora of wildlife and act as the lungs of the earth, continuously converting carbon dioxide back into life-giving oxygen for all of 

Many people believe that scoffing on stodgy carbohydrate-rich foods helps keep them warm when it’s cold outside, but don’t realise that the combination of extra carbs and a tendency to do less exercise in winter weather may add up to an extra kilo or two. Those who pay attention to their health now will reap the rewards when swimsuit season comes around again, so this is a great time to encourage your health-conscious customers to undergo a mild detox. The human body encounters toxic compounds every day. They’re in the air we breathe, the water we drink, and many of 

Research suggests that adding acai berries to your diet may help lower cholesterol levels, ultimately helping to reduce your risk of heart and blood vessel disease. Diseases of the cardiovascular system are responsible for a significant percentage of deaths and disability every year, but in many cases adopting a healthier diet and lifestyle could help reduce your risk of experiencing these serious health problems. Your cholesterol level is one of several key measures your doctor uses to assess your risk of cardiovascular disease, and alarmingly, statistics from the National Heart Foundation of Australia suggest that more than one in two 

Your skin is the barrier between your body and the outside world, and every day it is exposed to pollution, sunlight, cigarette smoke and other factors that impact its health and appearance. All of these, as well as many of the body’s normal physiological processes, can culminate in the production of free radicals. Free radicals are molecules that have become unstable because they’ve lost an electron. Whilst their creation is a natural (and healthy) part of our bodily functioning, they accumulate in greater quantities as we get older. Unfortunately, the body’s ability to handle them declines at the same time. 

Is it safe for pregnant women? As long as the mother is not allergic to any other fruits or Berries again they should be fine and we have had many pregnant women eat RioLife Acai. But again for any concerns we recommend seeking advice of your doctor Acai may help lower cholesterol Research suggests that adding acai berries to your diet may help lower cholesterol levels, ultimately helping to reduce your risk of heart and blood vessel disease. Diseases of the cardiovascular system are responsible for a significant percentage of deaths and disability every year, but in many cases adopting 

Miranda and the KORA Team love healthy supplements. Acai Berry is one that we all love…. Here is some more information on this for you Who can take Acai? Are there any contra indicators for the product i.e. hypertension ect? As long as your not allergic to any other sorts of berries or fruits you should be absolutely fine we have only seen 1 or 2 instances where Acai was considered to be an allergen. Acai itself is regarded as a highly non allergenic fruit and has been tested for this.  But of course if you are concerned you should