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Sports & Spinal’s educational blog was built out of a passion to bring a research-based education to the people of Australia whether patient or not. It is so important to us that your voice is heard and your question is answered whether you can attend a Sports & Spinal location, or if you’re simply researching topics.

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Weight Loss in Middle-Aged Adults and the Elderly

Resident Sports & Spinal Dietitian, Rick-Lee Driver sat down with us and explained how…

by Sophie Day

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Plant-based Protein Sources

Sports & Spinal Dietitian, Georgia Volz explains what plant-based proteins are and how they…

by Sophie Day

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Meet Our Dietitian Peter!

Peter is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and Sports Dietitian…

by Sophie Day

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Chocolate Chip & Banana Slice

The Sports & Spinal Dietitian team has given us their amazing guilt-free Chocolate Chip &…

by Sophie Day

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Diet & Rehabilitation

If you have sustained an injury your first thought may be to book in for some physical therapy…

by Sophie Day

Vegan Substitutes- Are They Better For You?

Following a plant-based diet high in fibre and reducing red meat intake can have many beneficial…

by Sophie Day

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Healthy Caramel Slice

Try our simple, easy, and healthy caramel slice recipe that the whole family will love!…

by Sophie Day

Diet & Inflammation-Advice from our Expert Dietitian

Eating an anti-inflammatory diet allows you to naturally reduce the level of systemic inflammation…

by Sophie Day

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National Diabetes Week 2021

Between July 11-17th it is National Diabetes Week. Throughout all of this week, awareness is…

by Sophie Day

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Healthy Carrot Cake Recipe

Just because Easter is over doesn't mean you can't enjoy a slice of carrot cake! But, are you…

by Sophie Day