The following diet plan is based on an average energy consumption of approximately 6300KJ or 1500 calories a day. It incorporates five serves of veggies, two serves of fruit and the occasional treat and is low in GI carbohydrates and saturated fat and high in fibre. Better still, you get to eat on this diet. […]

Belinda Myers, 31, was a self-confessed junk food addict. Now this determined mother of two from Albury, NSW, has made an amazing transformation — she’s lost more than 20kg and is completely addicted to working out. “It was about two-and-a-half years ago when I decided it was time to lose weight. At my sister’s wedding […]

By Judy Davie You’ll be jumping out of your skin with newfound energy if you stick to this detox plan. It’s the start of spring and there’s nothing better to put a new spring in your step. We’re eliminating toxins here, so don’t be surprised if you get a few headaches and feel worse before […]

By Annette Campbell When it comes to keeping ourselves healthy, sometimes we don’t think that much about our bones. So to coincide with National Healthy Bones Week (August 7-13), Judy Stenmark — the CEO of Osteoporosis Australia — shares with us her top tips for bone health. “It’s important to have healthy bones, to help […]

For general health, in Australia, it is recommended that adults, if they enjoy alcohol, take care to limit their average daily intake. The guidelines are for no more than four standard drinks a day on average for men and no more than two standard drinks a day on average for women. Plus you should aim […]

Foods, vitamins and supplements all help keep your eyes healthy. Try these ideas: 1 Eat colourfully Bright red tomatoes and capsicum provide vitamin C, which is linked with lowered cataract risk. Carrots and other orange vegetables are rich in beta-carotene, which protects against age-related macular degeneration(AMD). 2 Go fish Cold-water fish like salmon and tuna […]

What do you do when your excuses not to exercise are coming fast and furiously this winter, and suddenly there's a legitimate niggle that may stop you in your tracks?

Most people associate rippling abs with an athletic physique but it's possible to have an impressive outer definition with no dynamic stability.

You can practise these pulls as often as you like in sitting and standing postures.

What do you do when your excuses not to exercise are coming fast and furiously this winter, and suddenly there’s a legitimate niggle that may stop you in your tracks? Firstly don’t panic Getting physical can be difficult in an already busy life and often winter can open up a whole new bag of worms […]