Nootropics: The ultimate brain food?
Feel like your brain needs a bit of a mental boost but don’t want to overdo it with stimulants? Some people are turning to natural “smart drugs” for a cognitive…
Why fluoride is the ‘miracle’ mineral your teeth need
It’s critical for staving off tooth decay and best of all, most of us can get it straight out of the tap. There are many reasons fluoride should make you…
What does yoyo dieting do to your health?
Yoyo dieting has had some negative press – but there is some good news about weight fluctuations, too.
The rise of designer microbiomes
Designer microbiomes are the new wellness must-have – here’s what it means for your gut health.
‘Ovarian cancer was brutal, but it made me’
Maree Taifalos was diagnosed with ovarian cancer just after her 21st birthday. Eight years later, she’s not only healthy – she’s grateful for what her cancer taught her.
Things to do instead of drinking alcohol
Cutting back on booze can be a real challenge. This is why it’s so hard to quit – and how to stay ‘dry’ if the going gets tough.
What the experts say about sunscreen safety
A new study shows sunscreen chemicals can soak into the bloodstream at levels higher than previously thought. But there’s no need to rethink your approach to sun protection just yet,…
Reasons why your stomach might be hurting
Get to the bottom of what may be causing stomach aches, cramps and bloating.
‘Shockingly’ easy: Busting the myths around public access defibrillators
It can be easier than you think to save the life of someone suffering a cardiac arrest.
No clock at your gym? There’s a good reason for that…
Gyms are finding new ways to keep people motivated, leaning on psychological tricks to make fitness more fun.