New research suggests the majority of cancers may be triggered by diet and environmental causes, not genes. Be proactive about protecting yourself with these powerful herbs and supplements. Garlic: Regular consumption of garlic has a significant effect on lowering the risk of a variety of different cancers, particularly stomach cancer. Related: You’re not getting enough […]

The secret to naturally perfect skin may be found in the garden, with research showing that extracts from rose, white tea and witch hazel reduce wrinkles. Scientists from London’s Kingston University School of Life Sciences, in conjunction with technical experts from English herbal skincare company Neal’s Yard Remedies, have identified a number of naturally-occurring anti-inflammatory […]

Cake doesn’t get a lot of good press these days, but a new study has suggested baking sweet treats could help dementia patients regain their memory. According to a review published in The Cochrane Library, cognitive stimulation therapies have a beneficial effect on memory and thinking in people with dementia. The review covered 15 randomised […]

The benefits of vitamin D go beyond its role in healthy bones and the scary truth is that many Australians simply don’t get enough, writes dietitian Karen Inge. Wearing sunscreen right now? Good for you. You’re effectively reducing your chances of developing skin cancer and preventing fine lines and wrinkles. And now for the bad […]

Additives and preservatives have their place, but many of these “chemical culprits” have far-reaching effects on the health of adults and children alike. Karen Inge tells us why some foods we eat are a recipe for disaster. Do food additives worry you? If yes, you’re not alone. Many Australians believe that additives such as preservatives […]

Painting, lifting and carrying for the hit TV show has seen Brad lose weight and get back his mojo. When Brad and Lara first met, they were fit and fabulous. But injury and London changed all that for Brad. Five years ago, when they began dating, Lara was studying to become a PE teacher and […]

A surprising love story set against a complex political backdrop reaches a dramatic conclusion in this debut novel.

Tea is the second most popular drink in the world, behind water, and for good reason. Besides its delicious taste and versatility, tea has a number of significant health benefits. Up your antioxidants Tea contains high levels of catechins, a type of powerful antioxidant. Some studies have estimated that black and green tea have up […]

Four hundred years may separate the fictional life of thirty-something Dr Gabriella Mondini, as she battles discrimination in Venice, circa 1590, as a woman physician, and equality today.

Set in an idyllic 1957 Melbourne of fruiterers where babies are weighed on the grocery scales, Dickins delights an honorary swearing in to the diminutive Fairyland in this fun adult novel.