Australians urged not to put off medical appointments
Health by Patrick Tadros 20th May 2021 5:48 AM Australians need to prioritise their health and get back into regular routines after research found many were putting off their appointments. New findings by Specsavers shows that women are the biggest culprits, with 81 per cent subsequently cancelling or postponing their appointments in the past year, while 21 per cent have never booked an appointment after receiving a reminder. Conflicting priorities such as family and work needs or being time-poor is to blame. I see lots of women who bring their children in for an eye test but put off their own check-up, Specsavers optometrist Karen Walsh says.
Women urged not to put off medical appointments
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6 Surprising Health Benefits of Apples, According to Nutritionist
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1. Apples help decrease your risk of cardiovascular disease
“Apples contain phytochemicals, which are a potent antioxidant nutrient, and have been shown to reduce the risk of chronic diseases, such as cardiovascular disease,” says Filipa Bellette, Ph.D., Clinical Nutritionist, co-founder of virtual health practice Chris & Filly Functional Medicine in Tasmania, Australia. Want to load up on more heart-healthy eats? Check out these seven incredible plant-based foods to protect your ticker.
2. Apples help your microbiome
Bellette loves the positive benefits apples produce for your gut. “Apple peel contains pectin, which is the prebiotic potential for promoting the growth of anti-inflammatory commensal bacteria in the colon,” she says, citing this research.