7 things you didn’t know might be spiking your blood sugar
From stress to certain medications, here are some surprising causes of blood sugar spikes, plus tips to help you avoid them.
3 Aussie health breakthroughs that could transform lives
Medical breakthroughs by Australian researchers may have the potential to change millions of lives. Here are three new treatments to get excited about.
Bare facts on naked carbs and how to dress them for success
Just when you thought carbs may no longer be the enemy, along comes the concept of ‘naked carbs’. So what are they and are they really bad for you?
The good behind ‘bad’ hormone cortisol
Cortisol may be known as the ‘stress hormone’ and the culprit behind many ills. But experts say its work is not all bad – in fact, we wouldn’t survive without…
Five amazing health innovations that could change your life
From electronic wound dressings to a finger-prick blood test to detect heart attacks, the health industry is booming with trailblazing advances.
Is 5pm the new 7pm? Why earlier dinner is better for you
As 4-7pm dinner bookings are on the rise in restaurants across Australia, it turns out it’s not just a trending habit – there are actually health benefits to eating early.
Are midnight munchies causing your weight gain?
A tasty little morsel might seem like the perfect accompaniment to your evening on the couch, but can late night snacking be the reason for your weight gain?
How to trick your brain into beating cravings
Finding it hard to resist that chocolate biscuit, tub of ice cream or glass of wine? Here’s how to ‘surf your urges’ and get back in control.
Feeling grouchy, hungry or lethargic? Your hormones could be to blame
We all have them, but hormones affect our bodies in myriad ways – from puberty to menopause, hunger and happiness.
Everything you need to know about insulin
We know insulin is a big issue for those living with diabetes, but what exactly is it, how does it work, and are there ways we can control it?