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Pilates is the people pleaser of today's workout world. There are classes available at every gym and health professionals — such as physiotherapists and osteopaths — are setting up combined practices with pilates studios. Madonna and Gwyneth may swear by the total body benefits, but is pilates your best bet for exercise? Let's take a look at some interesting research that says pilates has a place in your fitness routine.

One of the most challenging fashion dilemmas for women over 40 is how to dress appropriately for their age. Style expert Kim Johnson Gross explains “our bodies are in transition. Our lifestyles are changing. We may be becoming empty nesters, divorcing, starting new jobs.” As your bodies are changing, so must your clothes, it’s important […]

Pilates is the people pleaser of today’s workout world. There are classes available at every gym and health professionals — such as physiotherapists and osteopaths — are setting up combined practices with pilates studios. Madonna and Gwyneth may swear by the total body benefits, but is pilates your best bet for exercise? Let’s take a […]

**”Your article about whether chocolate is good for you was great! Now I wonder about hot chocolate or powdered cocoa drinks. Do they contain any significant quantities of antioxidants? Should they only be consumed three times a month?” — Trish** It’s a bit like red wine — we know it contains some antioxidants which give […]

I was adopted as a baby. During my teens I decided I wanted to find my birth mother and wondered if I had any brothers or sisters. Searches were unsuccessful and with time my teenage angst passed and I stopped thinking about my birth mother as I was busy with career, relationships and social life. […]

Woman’s Day Fashion Editor Olivia Waugh solves your fashion dilemas. Question I like to wear fitted t-shirts and singlet tops but hate unsmooth lines showing from underneath. Is there a way I can avoid this? — Nina, VIC Answer We suggest trying the Snugbod! It creates a smooth effect under your clothing, holding you firmly […]

Question Hi, I am mid 40’s and my straight, highlighted hair (shoulder length) is thinning. Do those hair re-growth type shampoos on the market help re-grow hair? — Tee Answer I am a sceptic about this — so I have to say no. The best thing you can do for fine hair, or hair that […]

Biggest Loser contestant Sam Birrell talks to Woman’s Day about why she had to leave the show. **Starting weight: 128kg Departure weight: 121kg** What made you leave the Whitehouse? I had a lump on the back of my leg. After a few days of being in the house I noticed the lump and went to […]

Every week Dr Chris Brown answers your pet questions — submit your own and browse our archives. Question My mother has recently died and I have inherited her sweet 15-year-old dog. The only problem is that she seems incontinent when she sleeps, meaning we have to change her bedding every day. Any suggestions? — Trish […]