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Media Release May 2007
Australians not getting the 'quit smoking' message says new
survey
New information from Tetley Wellbeing4life in conjunction with
the Jean Hailes Foundation indicates that one in five Australians
don't 'see the point' of giving up smoking.
The Tetley Wellbeing4life website was set up with the Jean Hailes
Foundation for Women's Health to bring the latest health information
and practical tips to both men and women, helping them create
greater wellbeing for themselves and their families.
The online 'Tetley Wellbeing4life' health survey was undertaken
by visitors to the website, with female respondents making up 83%
and male respondents, 17%.
Despite government advertising campaigns and cigarette packaging
illustrating the effects of smoking related diseases, the research
reveals that the 'quit smoking' message is still not getting through
to everyone, in particular to women.
This announcement follows information released last month from
the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Adelaide, which showed that while
the number of Australian men dying from smoking related diseases is
falling, among women it has increased since the early 1990s.
The most common health problems associated with smoking are
diseases of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems, although
smoking damages nearly every organ in the human body. One in two
Australian women develop cardiovascular disease (CVD) every year and
26,306 women die of the disease, over 20,000 more than breast
cancer. *
For women, taking the contraceptive pill and smoking has an
increased risk of heart attack and stroke, and this risk increases
dramatically with age. Female smokers are also more likely to
experience reduced fertility and delays in conceiving, while also
facing difficulties during pregnancy and childbirth.
"It is extremely worrying that smoking is still killing hundreds
of Australian women every year despite all of the warnings and help
available. It is never too late to quit smoking. The health benefits
are there at any stage in life and I would urge anyone who thinks it
is too difficult and there isn't any point, to seek advice from a
health professional." said Janet Michelmore, Director, The Jean
Hailes Foundation.
The most effective strategy to stop smoking has been found in the
combination of drug treatment, usually nicotine replacement (NRT)
and behavioural support. The 'four D's', please see below, can help
when trying to give up smoking:
Delay - the urge will pass
Deep breathe - take three of four long slow breaths
Drink water - sip a glass of water…..slowly
Do something else - keep your hands busy.
"The decision to stop smoking affects your whole wellbeing and
attitude towards life. Many of the benefits of quitting smoking are
immediate such as being able to breathe more easily, reducing your
risk of heart disease and being able to taste food properly. We
would encourage those people who think it is too late to stop and
reconsider. Every day counts." said Allen Hunt, Brand Manager,
Tetley Australia Pty
For more information on how to improve your wellbeing, including
how to give up smoking, please visit:
www.tetleywellbeing4life.com.au
For more information or an interview with either The Jean Hailes
Foundation or Tetley Tea Australia, please contact Jocelyn Hunter at
PPR on: 03 8643 1623 or 0404 194 459
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*Australian Institute of Health and Welfare
Notes to editors
The Jean Hailes Foundation
The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health provides a unique
response to the needs of women through excellence in research,
community and professional education and clinical care. Established
in Victoria in 1992, The Jean Hailes Foundation is now regarded
throughout Australia as a leader in women's healthcare. The primary
focus of the foundation is the health and wellbeing of the 5 million
Australian women aged 35+ years who represent 25% of the population.
www.jeanhailes.org.au
Tetley Wellbeing4life
Tetley Wellbeing4life is a practical health information resource,
for Australian women and their families. Tetleywellbeing4life covers
physical and emotional wellbeing, with life inspiring stories from
real women and realistic ideas and tips that can be easily adapted
to suit busy lifestyles.
www.tetley.com.au/Australia/HealthandWellbeing
Media Release January 2006
Act Your Age, Eat Your Age
Australians are increasingly aware of the importance of
maintaining a healthy lifestyle and eating nutritious food, but did
you know that nutritional habits need to adjust and change through
each stage of life? It’s time to act your age, and eat what’s best
for you.
A constantly evolving nutritional plan is necessary for
maintaining your health, wellbeing and ideal body weight. Throughout
the ageing process, dietary requirements will change, so it’s
important to review eating habits and make the appropriate
adjustments throughout our lives.
The TetleyWellbeing4life website, a joint initiative between
Tetley and The Jean Hailes Foundation, offers the following
information, so that all Australians can eat well through life.
Teens to 20s
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Bones are still growing so calcium requirements
are high. Include two to three servings of dairy per day.
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Teens to 20s are still growing so need to avoid
diets.
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Food variety is important, and there is no need
to cut out all fats and oils. Eating junk food occasionally is
fine when included with a balanced variety of other foods.
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If experimenting with a vegetarian diet – make
sure to include substitutes for meat in your diet such as beans,
lentils, nuts and seeds.
30s to 40s
- Despite stress and tiredness levels rising, exercise is
necessary in the daily routine as weight will start to sneak up
more quickly.
- Keep energy levels high with plenty of whole grain foods, at
least four times a day. • Iron levels may decrease unless
adequate amounts are included in the diet. The best way to do
that is to eat lean red meat regularly.
- Maintaining bone strength is important as middle age
approaches – try to include two serves of dairy per day.
50s
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After menopause, women tend to accumulate fat
around the middle, so exercise is important to minimise weight
gain.
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Including polyunsaturated or monounsaturated
oils (like olive oil) and reducing animal fats to a minimum
helps keep the heart healthy.
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Some foods have been shown to protect against
disease – fish, soy foods, plenty of fruit and vegetables and
fermented foods such as yoghurt.
60s
- Your kilojoule requirement is less, but your nutrient
requirement is still high, therefore foods should be nutritious
but lower in kilojoules. • Bowel problems can often occur now –
have a high intake of fibre and include plenty of wholemeal
bread and whole-grain cereals, fruit and vegetables.
70 plus
- Some people may experience trouble with chewing, swallowing
and digestion so food may need to have a softer texture and be
easily digestible.
- Prevent bowel problems with food high in fibre.
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Media Release December 2005
Yoga Can Increase Workplace Productivity
Take time out at work and reduce stress by practicing yoga.
Recent research suggests yoga not only reduces stress and weight
gain but can also increase workplace productivity.
The benefits from Yoga, including improved concentration, energy
levels and calmness, can all contribute to a more efficient working
environment. “Yoga is not only about exercising the body, but also
uses physical postures to help you feel calmer and happier,” says
Janet Lowndes, The Jean Hailes Foundation yoga teacher and
psychologist.
“The way we feel physically has a profound effect on our state of
mind and emotional wellbeing. Consider the body’s natural response
to threat or a sudden fright – the breath speeds up, muscles tense,
heart rate increases,” says Ms Lowndes.
“Over time this stress, often caused by work, can accumulate in
the body and mind causing physical and emotional symptoms.”
Stress associated with deadlines and increased working hours has
caused concern for workers who consequently spend less time on their
own well being. Breaking away from work is now harder and people are
looking for other avenues to lighten their load.
The TetleyWellbeing4life website identifies yoga as one
relaxation technique that offers such relief and is a positive move
away from the mechanical workings of one’s daily routine.
Tetley and
The Jean Hailes Foundation have joined forces to create
www.tetleywellbeing4life.com.au. The website supplies the latest on
emotional and physical wellbeing with a focus on health, activity,
nutrition, and eating habits. Practical tips and real life insights
are provided to help people achieve a more positive, balanced
lifestyle.
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Content updated March 28, 2006
Page updated
April 29, 2008
