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Vegetarian Vs. Vegan: Which Diet is Right for You?
With an increased focus on healthy eating and animal welfare, more and more people are choosing to ditch meat and adopt a plant-based diet. At Gourmet Meals, we offer both vegan and vegetarian meal options. But what's the difference between the two? Whilst both diets abstain from eating meat, there are some key distinctions that set vegans and vegetarians apart.
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Gourmet Meals: Your Registered NDIS Provider of Home Delivered Meals
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is a government-funded program that provides support for people with disabilities. The NDIS gives people with disabilities the opportunity to choose how they want to live their life and receive the support they need to do so. One of the things that people with disabilities can receive support for through the NDIS is the provision of meals. This is where Gourmet Meals comes in!
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Osteoporosis: What You Need to Know as You Age
Our bones can become more fragile and susceptible to breaks or fractures as we get older. Osteoporosis is a common condition that causes bones to become thin and brittle, which can lead to fractures. In fact, fractures are one of the most serious complications of osteoporosis. According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, approximately 300,000 Australians aged 50 years and over experience a fracture due to osteoporosis every year.
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The Benefits of Going Gluten Free
If you're new to the gluten-free diet, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. After all, it's just a diet, right? Well, not exactly. The gluten-free diet is a way of life for many people who suffer from Coeliac disease, a digestive disorder that affects an estimated 1 in 70 Australians. This means that around 500,000 people in Australia have the condition. It is also estimated that up to 80% of people with Coeliac disease remain undiagnosed.
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Do Your Part in Reducing Food Waste with Gourmet Meals
According to a waste strategy paper released by Food Innovation Australia, Australia produces 7.6 million tonnes of food waste per year, which equals to 312 kilos of food (about 70 percent of this is edible) per person. And this was at a time when one in six Australian adults struggled to access enough to eat in the past 12 months.
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Easy Ways to Boost Fibre in Your Daily Diet
As you age, your digestive system slows down which leads to weight gain over time. This is one of the main reasons fibre becomes more important in older adults. Dietary fibre can keep you full and aids in achieving healthy weight. Additionally, it plays a role in reducing the risk of a multitude of health conditions like cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes, and some cancers.
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How to Maintain A Healthy Nutrition while on A Soft Foods Diet
Eating often becomes a struggle for seniors because of difficulty in chewing or swallowing. Besides that, some develop a decrease in appetite whilst others are simply less willing to eat.
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How to Celebrate Mother’s Day
This year, Mother’s Day falls on Sunday 8th of May. It’s a good time to remember how important mothers are and to show them how grateful we are for having them in our lives. Depending upon what your mum likes, there are several fun ways to celebrate Mother’s Day with her. Following are some things you can do to show her just how much you love her.
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ANZAC Day 2022 - Lest We Forget
ANZAC Day 2022 - Lest We Forget. Please be informed that we will be closed on Monday 25th April out of respect to the ANZACs and to take the opportunity to commemorate and reflect on those who fought and died for our freedom. We will re-open on Tuesday 26th April
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Taking It Easy with Family and Friends This Easter
Easter egg hunts, time with family, and making new memories! There’s just so much to love about Easter!
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