Some people have never been fit, and never want to be. Others were fit, but have grown older and out of it. Lots of people have stayed fit and healthy their whole lives. But some champions like Kerry Lane, 45 — an evaluation officer from Brunswick West in Victoria — have never been fit or […]

For many of us, mangoes are the first sign of the summer weather and the beginning of the fresh summer fruit season. And not only are mangoes delicious, they are also nutritious. Because of their vibrant orange colour, mangoes contain plenty of vitamin A and vitamin C — which are powerful antioxidants. They also contain […]

If you’re hitting the road, hopping on a plane or sailing the high seas this summer, make sure that motion sickness isn’t part of your travel plan with these simple and effective ideas. Wear an acupressure wristband These are specially designed for people who get carsick, seasick or airsick and they really work. The bands […]

“How healthy is cous cous compared to rice? Is there rice that’s better than other rice? Does cous cous have a low GI?” Cous cous is a wheat product and is very popular in the Middle East. It can be used as a fluffy grain alternative to rice. Neither rice nor cous cous is low-GI, […]

As parents there are various ways you can have a positive impact on your children’s long-term eating behaviours. We’ve come up with some key ways in which you can help establish healthy habits for life. We’d also love to hear any tips you may have. Set an example. As parents, you will need to set […]

Seeing as better nutrition and improvements in medicine mean that we’re probably eventually going to live for longer, it’s good to know that we’re going to feel happier as we grow older. According to reports presented at the annual meeting of the American Psychological Association in August 2009, adults in their eighties are generally more […]

Using the Internet stimulates your brain and may even help to counteract any age-related physiological changes that cause brain fog and poor memory, says a study from the University of California, Los Angeles. The study, which was reported in the American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry, found that online searching significantly enhanced brain circuitry and helped […]

The myth is that marriage can make you mad, but psychologists have found that is really is good for your health. Clinical psychologist Dr Kate Scott from New Zealand’s University of Otago conducted the study of more than 35,000 people across 15 different countries based on a decade of surveys by the World Health Organization. […]

Plant sterols (also known as phytosterols) are natural substances that can help lower your cholesterol. They exist in wood pulp and leaves, but are also found naturally in certain foods such as vegetable oil, nuts, legumes, corn, fruit and vegetables. You can obtain higher levels through enriched margarine spreads. How do they work? When consumed, […]

Starting your day with a good breakfast is one of the best health decisions you can make. Breakfast literally means “breaking your overnight fast”. Remember it could be at least 10 hours since your last meal, so it is important to refuel your body ready for another day. Enjoying breakfast can help lift your mood […]