Articles Of Interest
Useful Links
Allergies and Intolerances
Irritable Bowel Information and Support Association of Australia Inc
IBIS Australia offer membership to their organisation. Membership includes access to relevant book lists, newsletters and information on strategies to manage Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).
www.ibis-australia.org
Allergy Unit, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital (RPAH)
The Allergy unit at RPAH has been leading the way in the research of allergies and intolerances for many years. Their website offers factsheets and details on books and resources you can order from them.
www.allergy.net.au
Children’s Nutrition, Parenting and Pregnancy
The Raising Children Network and Parenting Australia
This information based website offers loads of resources for parents of babies through to teenagers.
www.raisingchildren.net.au
Healthy Kids
The Healthy Kids website provides information and resources on nutrition and physical activity for children.
www.healthykids.nsw.gov.au
Ellyn Satter Institute
The Ellyn Satter Institute helps adults and children be joyful and confident with eating
www.ellynsatterinstitute.org
SOS Approach to Feeding
Kay Toomey and Associates have training and resources for assessing and treating children with feeding difficulties
www.sosapproachtofeeding.com
Chronic Health Conditions
Arthritis Australia
Arthritis Australia provide factual and up to date information on the many types of Arthritis and how best to manage these conditions.
www.arthritisaustralia.com.au
Australian Diabetes Council
Previously known as Diabetes Australia (NSW), this is one of the largest charities in Australia. They provide valuable information on how to prevent, manage and treat Diabetes.
www.australiadiabetescouncil.com
Cancer Council
A well known charity who are not only involved with research and prevention of Cancer but also provide a wide range of information on how to treat and manage Cancer including with food and nutrition.
www.cancercouncil.com.au
Glycemic Index (GI)
Understanding GI is a valuable tool for managing Diabetes and your weight. This is the official GI website and includes a database for searching for the GI of your favourite foods.
www.glycemicindex.com
Heart Foundation of Australia
Includes information on a range of heart related conditions plus loads of recipe and healthy heart dietary information.
www.heartfoundation.org.au
Kidney Health Australia
This organisation provides valuable information for patients with kidney problems and their families. Their focus is on improving quality of life for people with such conditions.
www.kidney.org.au
Osteoporosis Australia
This website includes many fact sheets on the prevention and management of Osteoporosis.
www.osteoporosis.org.au
Gastrointestinal Conditions
Gastro Net
This website has been written for the general community. It includes easy to understand information on the different digestive diseases.
www.gastro.net.au
The Coeliac Society of Australia
This website and membership of this organisation is essential for anyone who has been diagnosed with Coeliac Disease. They provide useful information on commonly available gluten free foods along with detailed information on this condition.
www.coeliacsociety.com.au
The Gastroenterological Society of Australia (GESA)
This website provides many fact sheets on gastrointestinal conditions including various liver problems, constipation and diarrhoea, Diverticular Disease, Coeliac Disease, Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis and many more.
www.gesa.org.au
The Gut Foundation
The Gut Foundation is a non-profit organisation specialising in research and education on gastrointestinal conditions. You can order leaflets and recipe books via their website.
www.gutfoundation.com.au
Mental Health Conditions
Beyond Blue
Beyond Blue is a national depression initiative. Their website provides information on related conditions like depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder.
www.beyondblue.org.au
Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA)
EDFA are a national organisation supporting education for carers and families affected by eating disorders.
www.edfa.org.au
Mental Health Association NSW
This website provides information and support for people living with a mental health condition and for those people who would like to enhance their well being.
www.mentalhealth.asn.au
The Butterfly Foundation
The Butterfly Foundation provides useful factsheets on a range of Eating Disorders. It also provides information on how to access services and help.
www.thebutterflyfoundation.org.au
Neurological Conditions
The MS Australia website has information for those people newly diagnosed with MS, on management of the condition along with information on the latest research in this area.
www.msaustralia.org.au
Parkinson’s Australia
Parkinson’s Australia provide information on all parts of Parkinson’s Disease management from medications and nursing through to nutrition, speech and swallowing.
www.parkinsons.org.au
Respiratory Conditions
Asthma Australia
Asthma Australia are a consumer organisation offering helpful information for health professionals and community members.
www.asthma.org.au
The Australian Lung Foundation
This foundation provides a national patient support network, information on the various lung diseases and conducts fundraising and research.
www.lungfoundation.com.au/
Sports Nutrition
Sports Dietitians Australia
If you are an athlete who is wanting specific dietary information for your particular sport, then you might find this website useful. It has fact sheets on a range of sports nutrition topics.
www.sportsdietitians.com.au
Weight Concern
HAES ® Australia
HAES Australia offer information, training and specialists for the Health-at-Every-Size ® and Non-Diet Approach
www.haesaustralia.weebly.com
Women’s Health
The Jean Hailes Foundation
This website highlights some of the causes, risks for health and how to manage a number of conditions specific to women such as Menopause, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Bone Health.
www.jeanhailes.org.au
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