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October 29, 2023 15 mins

EP 54 What is a balanced diet?
How many times have you heard the term "balanced diet", or "you can never replace a balanced diet". But what is this so called balanced diet? 

Just about every pack of vitamins says "should not replace a balanced diet". The NHS in the UK and the Department of Health & Aging both have a view on what a balanced diet is, including calculators for age and sex, and what foods you should be avoiding. Listen to find out more.


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NHS UK
Health Gov AU

Balanced Diet calculator

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Jem Bolt and Donny Singe talk about the "big" issues, in their Short, Sharp, and Fit podcast. Sponsored by Old Bull Health. (www.oldbullhealth.com)

 
Jem is the Founder of Old Bull Health, an Ironman, and worked in senior roles in corporate most of his life. Donny brings years of professional experience and anecdotes from 32 years of elite performance coaching and 20 years in the NRL with the Sea Eagles. 

 

Who should ideally listen?

Men: 

  • who value their physical and mental health
  • who want to improve their physical and mental health
  • who are generally nice blokes
  • who want to be more interesting at dinner

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Disclaimer
The contents of these podcasts and notes are intended to bring awareness to listeners of certain information of a general nature, to be entertaining, and are not intended in any way to be advice or recommendations. Every individual and their needs are different, as such the podcasts, opinions, and information shared therein should not be considered health advice or recommendations of any nature. Please consult a health professional before starting or changing a diet or exercise. Listen at your own risk.

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