Our body does not function efficiently without the correct amounts of specific nutrients. Diet related diseases result from excessive quantities of some foods and their associated nutrients. Insufficient quantities of certain nutrients can also cause health related illness. This program explores the function of nutrients, the reason why we need to eat a balanced nutritional food intake and what health problems may result if we do not eat properly.
Grade levels: Senior High (10-12)
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Gertrude Matshe
Leaders in the field of life coaching attract massive followings worldwide and Gertrude Matshe will astound you with her story of extraordinary and inspirational humanitarian work in Africa.
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Dr. John Demartini
Everybody has a genius inside, and they all have the capacity to do extraordinary things, says Dr. John Demartini in his unique philosophy that blends of business, psychology and science. Challenging conventional business models and offering what he sees as a new way to succeed, Dr. Demartini continues his unique blending of business, psychology and science.
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Roger Hamilton
Success, says Roger Hamilton, is achieved not before you become an entrepreneur, it’s the other way around – you become successful when you choose to become an entrepreneur. Roger Hamilton is a one-man entrepreneur machine and is always fresh and inspiring as he continues to captivate the London Palladium audience with his tips on business and success.
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The Original Promise (PAL)
A Christian and a Jew. One determined to keep a promise, the other to discover one. Join hosts Doug Kooy and Farrah Aviva on their remarkable journey to where few have gone to ask questions that other seldom do. Explore a side of Israel rarely seen or understood. This is a one-of-a-kind documentary that reveals the world-changing achievements made by the tiny country behind the big headlines.
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Introducing Hospitality
The hospitality industry in Australia and globally is vast. It offers never ending career opportunities. Develop a basic understanding of the hospitality industry and the variety of departments which interrelate to make a business successful. Meet people in the job and those who are training the ever increasing number of people who are seeking careers in this diverse industry. Is the hospitality industry for you? Find out more about job seeking, occupations and career paths that you could follow.
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The Role of Enzymes
Enzymes are proteins which are manufactured by the human body during the process of protein synthesis. Enzymes are catalysts and drive every chemical reaction that takes place in the human body and enable our bodies to be built from proteins, carbohydrates, and fats. Enzymes are highly specific in their activity and form an enzyme-substrate complex speeding up processes as they lower the activation energy during a given reaction period. Through genetic engineering and by isolating specific enzymes, it has become possible to harness the power of enzymes. The isolation of the enzyme, polymerase, from Themus aquaticus has enormously facilitated the process of PCR. Science has, however, more recently made immense progress in the manufacturing of synthetic and therapeutic enzymes.
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The Murray-Darling Basin: A System in Crisis (Part 1)
This program examines the complex interaction between nature and human activity in the Murray-Darling Basin from early settlement to the present. Focussing on water as a resource, it explores: Geographic characteristics of the region, forms of agriculture and importance of region’s food production. Distribution of water resources, challenges faced by early farmers and other settlers. Historical development of water management policies. Development of water storage and irrigation methods, and the Snowy Mountains Scheme emergence of environmental problems.
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The Murray-Darling Basin: A System in Crisis (Part 2)
In program one we looked at how the natural features of the Murray-Darling Basin have shaped farming and water management practices, and how in turn those practices have changed the rivers and the land. In this second part of the series, we look at how over-allocation of water resources, climate change, salinity and other problems are threatening the long-term productivity and sustainability of the region.
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A Mother of Invention – Gert Boyle
After the death of her husband, Gert Boyle faced the incredible task of taking over the struggling Columbia Sportswear company at the age of 46 with 3 children and practically no business experience. Now, at 83, her company is worth billions and in her first UK television interview Gert shares her inspiring stories.