Dr Joe Unplugged

Goldfish may have a longer attention span than humans- both adults and children. Whilst our phones are part of the problem, the way we treat children needs to be addressed too.   Source: https://www.s...

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I was recently interviewed on radio 2GB about the governments plans to make it harder for people to quit smoking. If you enjoyed the episode please follow and review the podcast! Follow Dr Joe Unplu...

11 Maalis 20249min

A major review of published studies show that exercise, even at low intensity has double the effect of antidepressants on improving mood. Whilst any form of exercise is good the best one may surprise ...

7 Maalis 20248min

Curriculum changes mean the BMI will be taken out of the classroom. How did it ever get in there and why do we cling to a useless measure?   Sources: 1. https://theembracecollective.org/blog/bye-bye-...

4 Maalis 20247min

An analysis of just under 8000 people showed that those with a pet had lower rates of mental decline than those without a pet. In particular, owning a pet offsets the negative impact of isolation. S...

28 Helmi 20246min

It has been downhill all the way in terms of overweight, obesity and type two diabetes since the introduction of low fat dietary guidelines in the early 1980’s. The next Australian version will no lon...

25 Helmi 20249min

A study of 1114 women showed significantly lower rates of anxiety, mood swings and hot flushes in those who swam in cold water. Why is this and could it have wider significance? Source - https://www....

21 Helmi 20246min

West Australia is to ban ham and cheese toasties in school canteens. Two issues. One is that it is based on flawed dietary guidelines which penalise foods which are not high in carbohydrates. Secondly...

19 Helmi 20245min