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Dysphagia

Dysphagia — a hard act to swallow.

By Annette Campbell Murray Corbett appreciates a good steak, perhaps more than most! The 41-year-old recruitment company director and father of three from Newcastle, north of Sydney, has spent about 18 months of his life being unable to swallow properly — a condition called dysphagia. “A few minutes after I’d eat or drink anything, I’d […]
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High cholesterol

High cholesterol

By Annette Campbell “I really thought I was healthy!” says 26-year-old Rebecca Sarina. “I was within the healthy weight range, went to the gym a few times a week, and was conscious about eating well – though I did used to sneak the occasional ice cream or chocolate. But overall, I was pleased with my […]
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Put to the test

Put to the test

If you are starting a new fitness program with a gym or personal trainer chances are the first stop is an assessment of your current status.
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Be breast-aware

Be breast-aware

To mark Breast Awareness month, the Cancer Council is reminding women to be more aware of their breasts so they will notice any changes.
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The magazine editors’ diet

The magazine editors’ diet

When the Director of The Australian Women's Weekly's Test Kitchen, Pamela Clark, decided to go on a diet, she took matters into her own hands, devising a low-carb, low-fat eating plan that helped her lose 20kg and drop three dress sizes.
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Eating for a healthy heart

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death and disability in Australia. There’s so much information around about eating for a healthy heart and you may feel that you’ve got it covered. However, a recent survey by the Heart Foundation showed that confusion still reigns when it comes to nutrition messages.
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Calcium counter

Calcium counter

Use this counter to help you keep your calcium levels on track. Your bones will support you for life!
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Six ways to laugh off stress

Six ways to laugh off stress

Stress is not funny – in fact, a recent study from the American Heart Association shows that mental stress constricts blood vessels and can therefore lead to a stroke. The simplest remedy for this problem? Laughter.
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