Lifestyle & Nutrition

At Minto Medical Centre, we believe that good health isn’t just about treating illness — it’s about preventing it through everyday choices. The way you eat, move, sleep, and manage stress plays a vital role in how you feel today and your risk of disease tomorrow. Simple lifestyle and nutrition changes can make a powerful difference in your long-term well-being. Eating well-balanced, nutrient-rich meals supports your body’s functions, from energy production to immune defense. Incorporating a variety of colourful fruits and vegetables, choosing whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats over processed foods, staying hydrated to aid digestion and brain function, and being mindful of portion sizes all contribute to better health. Whether you’re managing a condition or aiming to feel more energetic, nutrition is essential. Exercise, too, is more than just fitness — it reduces stress, improves sleep, enhances mood, and helps manage weight. Engaging in activities like brisk walking or cycling for at least 150 minutes per week, along with strength training twice a week and reducing prolonged sitting, supports physical and mental well-being. Finding enjoyable forms of movement helps make it a consistent part of your lifestyle. Sleep and stress management are equally important — aiming for 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep each night enhances memory, mood, and immunity, while chronic stress can raise the risk of heart disease, anxiety, and digestive issues. Techniques like deep breathing, meditation, or regular breaks can help you manage stress effectively. At Minto Medical Centre, our doctors and allied health professionals work with you to develop realistic, personalised plans that promote healthy living. We offer support for healthy meal planning, weight management, smoking cessation, stress reduction, and managing lifestyle-related conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol. You don’t have to make big changes overnight — even small steps like swapping sugary drinks for water, taking a daily walk, or cooking one more meal at home each week can add up to meaningful improvements. Book an appointment today to speak with one of our GPs about your health goals — your journey to better health starts now.