Active breaks help children think better and manage their behaviour
In a world first finding, Deakin researchers have discovered that short active breaks in the classroom improve children’s brain functioning and impulse control.
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Combining lifestyle behaviours to explore obesity risk in school-aged children
Studying the combined impact of different lifestyle behaviours of children could be the key to a better understanding of overweight and obesity.
Influences on physical activity and screen time among new mums at risk of depression
What stops mums at risk of postnatal depression from being physically active and limiting screen time? IPAN researchers have explored these influences and tell us how new mums can be more active to improve their mental health.
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Personalised nutrition is trendy, but can it help us eat less junk food?
A new study has shown that advances in personalised nutrition can improve the diets of Australians.
Nuts are brain-boosting food for older adults
Eating a moderate amount of nuts is linked to better cognitive performance in older adults, new research has shown.
New study shows active breaks in the classroom benefit children with intellectual disabilities
Classroom-based active breaks can increase physical activity, reduce sedentary behaviour, and may also benefit the working memory of children with intellectual disability, new IPAN research shows.
Do naturally high testosterone levels equal stronger female athletic performance? Not necessarily
New IPAN-led research casts doubt on the rules preventing female athletes with naturally high testosterone levels from competing in some track events – Associate Professor Severine Lamon explains for The Conversation.
High protein intake in babies linked to obesity in childhood
Feeding children too much protein when they are babies can increase their chance of being overweight when they reach primary school age, new studies have confirmed.
Exploring the link between Parkinson’s disease and gut health
Research at IPAN is finding growing evidence of a relationship between Parkinson’s disease and gut health. Find out how you can get involved.
Eating your way to a healthy heart
Eating a healthy Mediterranean-style diet can help minimise the risk of heart attack, even for those genetically pre-disposed to heart disease, new research shows.
Can what you eat reduce your risk of liver cancer?
Liver cancer is the seventh leading cause of cancer deaths in Australia and unfortunately, it’s on the rise. A team of IPAN-led researchers asked the question: how important is diet in preventing liver cancer?
What type of breakfast person are you?
New research has identified five breakfast personalities among the national population in findings that could promote healthier food choices in the Australian diet.
Can vitamin C be used to fight type 2 diabetes?
New therapies are being explored to help manage type 2 diabetes and reduce its associated health and economic burdens.
Breastfeeding your baby – the first week
Breastfeeding might be the most natural thing in the world – but it is also a skill you need to learn. Find out all you need to know about feeding your baby in the first week of life.
Helping Aussies say ‘no’ to excess salt
Nutrition experts at IPAN are working on ways to reduce salt consumption and improve population health. Take a look at their current research findings for Salt Awareness Week.