Diet & Nutrition

The benefits of breastfeeding just keep adding up. Now, according to a study published in the spring 2009 issue of Journal of Human Capital, it seems the effects also last for considerably longer than was once thought. Researchers examined the academic records of siblings, some of whom were breastfed as babies, and others who were […]

In some countries they’re banned. In Australia, our federal government is advocating the reduction of them in our food supply. So what are trans fats? And why do we need to avoid them? Trans fats are formed when an unsaturated fat (a good type of fat) undergoes a process called hydrogenation. This changes it from […]

Even when it’s justified, nursing a grudge can harm your health. Try these five steps to make peace with your past. Anger and hostility increase your risk of many health problems, from headaches and colds to hypertension and insomnia. Researchers have found that people stewing over a grievance have higher blood pressure, increased heart rate, […]

Feeling stuck? Try Pamela Allardice’s seven-step plan to bust that rut and push forward in your life. 1 Make time First, create an opportunity for inward focus. Getting unstuck isn’t just about moving on: before you can do that, you need to look within and establish who you are and what you want. Schedule an […]

Did you know that Australian studies estimate that every year the flu causes 18,000 hospital admissions and 1.5 million missed work days? With the winter months bringing more colds and flu, it’s time to address your lifestyle patterns and seek as many ways as possible to boost your immunity. Ultimately we know that a healthy […]

We have all heard the old saying, you are what you eat, but a new survey has revealed that you are also what you drink! Whether it’s a cappuccino, flat white, latte or a long black you’re craving, your coffee choice apparently reflects your personality. It’s certainly no secret that Australians love their coffee and […]

You can probably recite the obvious habits for good health by heart — don’t smoke, cut down on alcohol and so on. But did you know that singing and cold showers also put time on your side? Try these fun and easy tips today. Be a clown Children are fearless, but as adults we can […]

Milk has had a bad wrap in the past. Dieters often skipped milk and other dairy foods in the mistaken belief that they caused weight gain. And many people believe that it’s best not to drink milk if you have asthma or a cold, as milk results in the production of mucus. We now know […]

If one of your resolutions is to get into shape, here’s part two of our review of the latest diet and food fads. Low-carbs foods There are many new products on the supermarket shelves labeled ‘low-carb’ but, unlike terms like ‘low-fat’, it’s interesting to note that there is no formal standard on what a low-carb […]

Now that it’s back to school and the end of summer holidays, it’s a good time to look at your New Year’s resolutions for the year ahead. If like millions of people worldwide one of your resolves is to get into shape, you might be tempted by the quick fix promises of some of the […]