One of the most frustrating parts of insulin resistance is that it can trap your body’s stored energy. When your cells stop listening to insulin properly, your body often responds by making more insulin. High insulin tells your body to store fuel, not release it.

So even if you have plenty of store...

Insulin resistance does not only lead to type 2 diabetes – it sits underneath many of the chronic conditions that are now so common in midlife and beyond.

The hopeful part is that by improving insulin sensitivity, you are working on several diseases at once—not just your blood sugar.

Here are f...

Insulin resistance happens when your cells stop listening properly to insulin, so your body has to make more and more to keep blood sugars in range. Long before blood sugar climbs, high insulin can lock energy in fat stores and make it hard for your body to access that stored fuel.

That “energy tra...

In today’s world, “busy” often feels like the default setting. Between family, work, and endless to-do lists, it can seem impossible to prioritise healthy eating. But the truth is, nourishing yourself with real food doesn’t have to mean hours in the kitchen or complex meal plans.

At Real Life Medic...

When we set new health goals, excitement often mixes with fear. We imagine our success, but past experiences whisper doubts—What if I fail again?

That uncomfortable blend of pride, guilt, and fear is part of the human experience. It’s not a sign of weakness but a sign of courage: caring deeply abou...

Christmas is done, the wrapping paper is packed away, and suddenly the pressure is on to “fix” your whole life by January 1. Research consistently shows that most New Year’s resolutions fade fast, with the majority abandoned within weeks, leaving many people feeling like they have failed yet again. ...

Christmas can feel like a mixed bag of magic and mayhem. Many women tell me they worry about gaining weight, fear undoing their hard work, and feel crushed under the pressure of shopping, cooking, and creating the “perfect” Christmas. Add to that the guilt for not loving every minute of the season, ...

The festive season is filled with celebration, laughter — and often, a few glasses of something bubbly. But if you’re following a low carb or real-food lifestyle, you might wonder: can you really enjoy alcohol without derailing your progress?

Good news — you absolutely can. With a little planning a...

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are everywhere – from breakfast cereals and snack bars to plant milks, sauces and “health” treats. Most people know they are loaded with sugar and vegetable oils, but far fewer realise how many additives are specifically engineered to make these foods hyper-palatable, ea...

The festive season is in full swing, and it can be so tempting to hit pause on health goals until the new year. Yet nourishing choices do not have to wait, and even small steps now can help you savour the celebrations without a spiral of regret.

This guide brings together 5 delicious Real Life Med...

As Christmas approaches, many of us set new intentions for better health, but it’s easy to be swept up by festive marketing and quick fixes. At this time of year, inboxes and social feeds overflow with shiny promises—miracle supplements, rapid results, and “shortcut” solutions. But genuine, lasting ...

As we age, maintaining muscle and strength becomes critical for independence and quality of life. Sarcopenia—age-related muscle loss and frailty—affects many older adults, leading to weakness, falls, and even fractures. Every year, around 19,000 Australians experience a hip fracture, and 91% of thes...