Embrace Age

A good night’s sleep is kind of like money in the bank. When we sleep well, we’re making a long-term investment in our health as we age.  Studies have shown our sleeping habits have an effect not only on our energy levels[i] the next day but also out memory, metabolism and skin health in the long term. Memory Our memory is our link to the world, and to our sense […]

Nutra-Life presents Embrace Age, an interview series hosted by model, stylist and Embrace Age advocate, Mel Brady (Instagram). Each week, Mel speaks to women who are TAKING CHARGE and LIVING WELL. n this episode, Mel chats to sleepwear designer Annalise Magee about the importance of self-belief and the role that friendship plays to women in their fifties.

Studies have shown that as many as one quarter of adults worldwide don’t get enough exercise. This is problematic for a number of reasons, including a lack of regular exercise being the leading risk factor for non-communicable diseases (like heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity), negative impacts on mental health and eventually diminishing your overall quality of life.[1] While many reasons are often cited for this lack of […]

Nutra-Life presents Embrace Age, an interview series hosted by model, stylist and Embrace Age advocate, Mel Brady (Instagram). Each week, Mel speaks to women who are TAKING CHARGE and LIVING WELL. In this episode, Mel chats to psychotherapist Anne Serry on the pursuit of happiness and the journey towards self-understanding that comes to fruition in your fifties

Within our gut exists an entire world of microorganisms; with more bacterial, fungal and microbial cells living in our guts than human cells exist in our entire bodies. While research into our gut biomes is in its infancy, early studies are suggesting strong links between our mental health, immune health and overall health and our gut microbiome. When the helpful bacteria in our guts (known as “probiotics”) are out of […]

Nutra-Life presents Embrace Age, an interview series hosted by model, stylist and Embrace Age advocate, Mel Brady (Instagram). Each week, Mel speaks to women who are TAKING CHARGE and LIVING WELL. In this latest episode, Mel chats to artist and publicist Catherine Swan about the power of example, taking control of your life and having acceptance.

As we age, our heart becomes more susceptible to a variety of conditions that can have a negative impact on heart health. There are however a number of activities we can do to keep our hearts healthy and avoid the myriad complications that can come along with diminished heart health. Have regular check-ups In order to support your heart health it’s important to have regular check-ups with a doctor who […]

Arthritis can be a painful and debilitating condition affecting both young and old alike. Pain from this ailment can impact your life negatively in a myriad ways, especially as you age, limiting your movement and leading to reduced physical activity, less motivation to venture out and stay social and potentially lead into other issues such as weight gain and a decline in your mental health. However, if you do experience […]

Nutra-Life presents Embrace Age, an interview series hosted by model, stylist and Embrace Age advocate, Mel Brady (Instagram). Each week, Mel speaks to women who are TAKING CHARGE and LIVING WELL. In this latest episode, Mel chats to Irene Patsalides, founder of Mirenesse Cosmetics, and creator of one of the world’s leading mascaras. Irene shares ideas on her (well researched) wellness routine and why it’s important to not sweat the […]

Nutra-Life presents Embrace Age, an interview series hosted by model, stylist and Embrace Age advocate, Mel Brady (Instagram). Each week, Mel speaks to women who are TAKING CHARGE and LIVING WELL. In this latest episode, Mel chats to director, DJ and founder of Silverfox Network, Gillian Bartlett, about changing perceptions, why it’s never too late to start something new and faking it until you make it.

Between 45 and 50 years of age, most women will enter into menopause. Referring to the final menstrual period and marking the end of a woman’s reproductive phase of life, menopause comes with a range of less than ideal symptoms including hot flushes, aches and pains, loss of libido and, perhaps the most detrimental to your day to day life, disturbances in your normal patterns of sleep. Despite these drastic […]

 Nutra-Life presents Embrace Age, an interview series hosted by model, stylist and Embrace Age advocate, Mel Brady (Instagram). Each week, Mel speaks to women who are TAKING CHARGE and LIVING WELL. In the latest episode, Mel chats to Janet Roach of The Real Housewives of Melbourne (Instagram) about self-care – and not caring what other people think.