by VFAdmin | Nov 13, 2020 | General, Mental Health & Exercise
Did you know the biggest killer of men aged between 16 and 44 is…… themselves! Each day 7 men in Australia take their own lives and another 82 men call an ambulance due to suicidal thoughts or attempts. We are sure you are all as shocked as us when we first heard...
by VFAdmin | Sep 7, 2020 | General, Mental Health & Exercise
Sport and recreation helps unite and strengthen communities. Sport and recreation is not about winning, it’s about helping build stronger, healthier, happier, and safer communities. The Department advocates and supports projects to strengthen communities through...
by teamvida | Aug 1, 2020 | General, Mental Health & Exercise, Nutrition, Women Health & Fitness
Fact: our brains are highly sensitive to what we eat. Not only does our diet influence our brain function, but it can also even change the structure of our brains. Deakin University recently did a study on how diets can associate with mental health. The study shows...
by teamvida | Jul 24, 2020 | General, Mental Health & Exercise, Women Health & Fitness
How many times have you started a new diet or exercise regime only to experience setbacks almost instantly? Maybe you’ve told yourself that this year will be different. Here are a few tips to stay on track with that lifestyle change of healthy habits. Be...
by teamvida | Jun 7, 2020 | General, Mental Health & Exercise, Women Health & Fitness
“I have so many great ideas if only I could get motivated.” “I do well with deadlines, but I can’t seem to motivate myself.” “I can’t seem to lose weight unless I have someone constantly checking on me and I can’t afford...
by teamvida | May 5, 2020 | General, Mental Health & Exercise, Nutrition, Women Health & Fitness
What is a plant-based diet? A plant-based diet is essentially a diet that contains foods that are from plant sources. It’s important to note that a plant-based diet is not the same as a vegan or vegetarian diet. It is often mistaken as such. The foods emphasised:...
