Focus on Pregnancy Health
11 June, 2015 by Sharon SmithPreventing weight gain in pregnancy While the practice of ‘eating for two’ during pregnancy may have been dismissed as an old wives’ tale, the maintenance of a healthy weight through diet and exercise has remained a constant in antenatal care.
Plants that Heal and Managing Diabetes: Informational Sessions
10 June, 2015 by Sharon SmithThis week we have some interesting health research events in Sydney and Brisbane. SYDNEY Wed 10 Jun – Inspiring Science: Powerful Plants. Two talks from two very different researchers. How does broccoli help prevent cancer? And why do mangroves, seagrasses and salt marshes create vastly more carbon than land-dwelling forests? Dr Astha Singh explores the amazing anti-cancerous and antimicrobial properties of brassica plants such as broccoli. PhD candidate Jeffrey Kelleway discusses the potential for Australia’s vast coastal wetlands to be part of future climate change solutions. Where: Ultimo Community Centre, 40 William Henry Street Corner Harris Street Ultimo 2007 When: 18:00 – 19:00 AEST Contact: For more information please call 02 9265 9333.
