By the year 2030, senior citizens in Australia are going to outnumber children between 0-14 years of age. This report by the Australian Bureau of Statistics means that as we transition into an aged population, it is more important than ever that we understand the science of healthy ageing for all. A number of Aussies […]
It seems as though the lockdowns will never end. As stricter restrictions impact the daily lives of Aussies in many cities, have you considered the impact on your mental health? In this article, we’re going to look at a few lockdown hacks to turn the new lockdown into a more positive experience. NOTE: This article […]
It was Hippocrates who said, “Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food” and any medical or health expert would agree with this. The food you put into your body can make you strong, keep your weight under check, provide all the vitamins and minerals you need, and keep your organs functioning well. […]
Are all those binge-watching sessions catching up with you? Are your waistbands starting to feel a bit tighter than usual? To reduce belly fat at home, you need to tackle the problem with three different approaches: Make healthier choices with food Choose workouts to target your belly fat Do cardio exercises for overall weight loss […]
Imagine being weightless, warm and completely free from the outside world for an entire hour of your day. Sound like bliss? Then you should try ‘floating’ or floatation therapy. Getting your float on Floatation therapy or sensory deprivation takes place in a floatation tank filled with Epsom salt water solution – that’s what makes you […]
Tell the truth now – have you ever watched Enter the Dragon or The Karate Kid and then tried (and failed) to imitate those slick fighting moves? Whether we’ve done it to fend off bullies, impress someone, tried it as a HIIT workout, used it to improve body image and self-confidence or even as a […]
Reiki is an ancient form of alternative medicine that can trace its roots back to Japan. It can be broken down into two words: ‘rei’ that stands for ‘universal’ and ‘ki’ which is loosely interpreted as ‘life force’ or ‘energy’. Together, reiki stands for the universal energy or life force that is present within and […]
Despite having come a long way when it comes to health and medicine, mental health issues are still poorly understood and addressed. This is because of the stigma still associated with mental health concerns even in a developed country like Australia. Some of you may feel awkward consulting even a doctor when it comes to […]
Attention economy is the new buzzword in this age of endless distractions and hyper-sensory stimulation. It states that focus is the bottleneck of human thought which limits our cognitive abilities. This highlights the importance of knowing how to improve concentration in today’s world. It is hard to maintain focus when we are overwhelmed with information […]
Fad diets – we’ve all heard of them. Maybe we’ve even tried some. Our favourite celebrities endorse some of them and we all know someone who swears by one. But when it comes to understanding the impact of fad diets on your health, how much do you really know? What are fad diets and are […]
