Geelong Medical & Health Group News

How To Tell If You’re Sensitive To Dairy

December 11 2017

Dairy is a phenomenal source of protein and calcium, which means incorporating it into your diet on a regular basis is great for building and maintaining muscles, as well as keeping your bones and teeth strong. However, for some people, the consumption of dairy is something that can cause much distress! It’s only a sign...


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Yummy And Healthy Sunday Recipe : Grilled Seafood Platter

December 10 2017

Luxe up your dinner party with this seafood platter rather than the usual antipasto. Image credit: Brett Stevens & Ian Wallace   0:30 Prep | 0:10 Cook | 6 Servings | Capable cooks   INGREDIENTS 1 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 2 tablespoons chopped basil Zest and juice of 2 lemons 4 blue swimmer...


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Health Risks Linked to Migraines

December 9 2017

If you get migraines, you may be more likely to suffer from one of these related conditions. If you get migraine headaches, you have a higher risk of also having one of several other health conditions. Or, you might be at greater risk for developing another condition in the future. Migraines have been tied to concerns...


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Foods That Save You From Being Blue

December 8 2017

Are you blue most of the time? Then serve more red-colored foods right in front of you. Other than making your meal or snack time appear more colorful, these foods are scientifically-proven to help lift your mood. Without further ado, let’s take a look at some red foods that you should consume regularly to feel happy: Strawberries...


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11 Reasons Why You’re Bloated All the Time

December 7 2017

Always bloated?  Sometimes it comes from excess air trapped in your digestive tract. Other times it feels like a basketball is stuck in your abdomen, or your entire midsection has been flooded with water. Whatever bloating feels like to you, one thing’s for sure: it’s uncomfortable. And though bloat rarely signals something serious and typically goes away...


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Signs You’re Having a Migraine

December 6 2017

How can you tell if you’re having a migraine? Look for these symptoms. Migraines are pulsating headaches, often on one side of the head. Physical activity may intensify the pain, but symptoms can vary from person to person and from one attack to the next. Here are several ways to identify migraines.   Aura Some...


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Food Combos To Try For Weight Loss

December 5 2017

Losing weight won’t be that easy as there are many factors for us to take into consideration such as how often to eat, what foods to go on our diet, and how long will we be able to keep at it. Focusing on our diet can help us manage what goes inside our bellies and...


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Workouts You Can Do Anywhere

December 4 2017

Here are 7 simple at-home workouts, many of which can be done in less than 20 minutes. Indoor cycling If you love logging kilometres on the open road, consider setting up your bike in your living room. You can put your favourite TV show or movie on the TV and pedal away. The most common...


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Yummy and Healthy Sunday Recipe : Chicken, Chilli and Lemon Penne with Watercress

December 3 2017

No need for a side salad with this spicy pasta – all the refreshing flavours are right here. Image credit: Jeremy Simons   0:15 Prep | 0:15 Cook | 4 Servings | Capable cooks INGREDIENTS 250g wholemeal penne pasta 200g green round beans, thinly sliced 400g chicken breast fillet, thinly sliced 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 2 tablespoons lemon...


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Top Foods for Healthy Lungs

December 2 2017

Oxygen is a vital element for our survival. The body’s ability to harness it and utilize it determines the overall health of a person. Apricots Apricots are rich in Vitamin A. Vitamin A is a great sustains the linings of the respiratory tract which then results to the lowering of the risk of infections in the...


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