Seasonal eating is succulent in spring and packed with phytonutrients As the weather warms, many of us naturally crave lighter, more vibrant foods. But there’s more to spring eating than just a change in appetite. Spring produce is bursting with powerful plant compounds called phytochemicals. What are Phytochemicals? Phyto means ‘plant’ in Greek. Phytochemicals are
Simple Ways to Manage Seasonal Allergies Welcome to picnic season! But your nose is a tap and your eyes won’t stop crying. Your motto is ‘achoo’ and people are blessing you twenty times a minute. Ah, Spring is delightful — with an unwelcome visitor. One in five Australians suffers from seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever).
Social media is awash with stories of dramatic physical transformations—many thanks to substantial weight loss. In Australia, several weight-loss drugs are now approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). But are they miracle solutions or risky shortcuts? Who are weight-loss drugs for? According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, two in three Australian
Collagen is a vital structural protein found in our skin, hair, nails, bones, muscles, cartilage, and ligaments. Natural collagen production declines—a process linked to common signs of ageing such as wrinkles, joint pain, and reduced skin elasticity. This has fuelled a booming market for collagen supplements, promoted for their ‘anti-ageing’ benefits. Collagen has long featured
Intermittent fasting (IF) has become a popular approach for weight management and improving overall health. With two in three Aussies classified as overweight or obese, it’s no surprise that IF is gaining traction—but do men and women experience the same results? What is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting isn’t about what you eat, but when you
Red, itchy, flaking skin. If your skin feels dry during winter, you’re not alone. With the cold air outside, and heated air inside, the low relative humidity causes our skin to lose moisture. Dry skin (xerosis) can affect any part of the body, but is particularly common on the lower legs, arms, scalp, and hands.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics reports that fruit and vegetable prices rose by 7.5 per cent last year. But with a bit of planning and savvy shopping, you can nourish your body and look after your bank balance. Buy Seasonal Produce Have you ever noticed big price swings for certain fruits throughout the year? One
When the days get shorter, it’s common for our moods to take a dip staying active is important— not only for physical health but our mental wellbeing. A major study last year found some types of exercise as effective as antidepressants, but what exercise works best depends on age and gender. Here are a few
You could be forgiven for getting the wrong idea of pelvic floor exercises and think they’re only for women, specifically those who have given birth. Strong pelvic floor muscles are vital for both men and women. The pelvic floor muscles are at the base of the group of muscles known as your ‘core’. They are
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a widespread condition affecting around 1 in 8 women in Australia and 140 million women worldwide. Despite this commonality, PCOS has a confusing name. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome does not involve cysts and is not a primary disease of the ovaries, according to Professor Helena Teede AM, Director of the Monash
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