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betterhealth.vic.gov.au Department of Health
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  1. Endometriosis

    Endometriosis is a condition that affects one in 7 women in Australia. See your doctor if you have severe period pain that impacts your quality of life.

  2. Cereals and wholegrain foods

    Common cereal foods include bread, breakfast cereals and pasta.

  3. Nuts and seeds

    Nuts are a healthy food and a good source of protein and healthy fats.

  4. Dietary fibre

    A diet high in fibre keeps your digestive system healthy.

  5. Cancer - exercise to help you cope

    People with cancer should be as physically active as their abilities and condition allow.

  6. Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

    Most menstruating women have some form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

  7. Depression and exercise

    Research suggests that exercise may help prevent depression and also treat less severe forms of depression.

  8. Breakfast

    People who skip breakfast may lack sufficient vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium, zinc and vitamin B2.

  9. Diet and heart disease risk

    A diet low in saturated fats and high in fibre and plant food can substantially reduce your risk of developing heart disease.

  10. Quitting smoking and managing weight

    You would have to gain over 40 kilograms above your recommended weight to equal the risk of heart disease posed by smoking.

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