It is well known that telling a kid she is smart is wading into seriously dangerous territory. There is a lot of research indicating that children who are praised for being smart tend to be fixated on performing well rather than trying their best, and in turn shy away from risk taking in order to avoid potential failure. On the other hand, children who are praised for the effort they put in will tend to try harder and persist with a task for … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2016
Mindful Eating
We live in a society that places food on a pedestal, thereby making it difficult to ignore and even harder to make wise choices for the majority of the time. The foodie culture has many positives – it is a great activity for socialisation and it has encouraged people to experiment more with their own cooking and new ingredients. On the other hand, it makes it more difficult for individuals to control their portions, exert will power, and manage … [Read more...]
Do children grow out of Speech or Language Delay
There are a few common misconceptions regarding speech and language delays in children. Many parents get given advice that is not correct by other parents or even other health professionals that do not specialise in communication development, and in turn may make the wrong decisions when it comes to the management of communication delays. One of the most common and detrimental pieces of advice given to parents has to be the notion that children … [Read more...]
Doctor criticises chef Pete Evans for giving ‘potentially deadly’ diet advice
Pete Evans' name was splashed across news papers, TV, and social media last year, but his time in the spotlight was fading. So he has once more taken to social media to make controversial claims outside of his scope of practice, again endangering the health of people. Unfortunately it is common for people to place trust in celebrity figures and to want to follow their advice. Celebrity chef Pete Evans has been criticised for giving "astounding" … [Read more...]
Nutrition for Oncology
Cancer treatment takes a significant toll on the body and unfortunately it has many negative side effects that often impact the way people eat. This is a problem because good nutrition is vital during treatment to assist with recovery, to maintain weight, and to help with energy levels/ mood. The tips below may be helpful in managing food intake during some of the common side effects. Nausea/vomiting It is tough stomaching food when the mere … [Read more...]
The Fascinating Science Behind ‘Talking’ With Your Hands
Psychologists assert that the use of gestures in conversation helps to express thoughts more effectively. Hand gestures are a powerful aspect of communication, with studies of TED Talks speakers showing the more avid and popular speakers use an average of about 465 hand gestures, which is nearly twice as many as less popular speakers. Similarly, it was found that people who talk with their hands are often viewed as warm, agreeable and energetic. … [Read more...]
The ANZAC Diet
The Australian soldiers at Gallipoli didn’t have access to refrigeration or any safe food storage systems. Another challenge faced was supplying enough food to feed thousands of men. As a result, malnutrition and scurvy were common. Unfortunately this would have added to the number of casualties, particularly if wounds were sustained or diseases were contracted and there were not adequate nutrient stores within the body to heal them or fight off … [Read more...]
Groundbreaking gadget claims to fit in your ear and translate foreign languages in real-time
Many people are familiar with the experience of being in a foreign country and being unable to communicate with others to ask for directions or order from a menu due to the language barrier. Thanks to a new technological innovation, this may be a thing of the past. The Pilot earphones will allow two people speaking different languages to understand each other. Pilot is supposedly the first 'smart earpiece' capable of translating between two … [Read more...]
