We all know that crunchy, creaky feeling that develops in our necks and shoulders by the end of the day. What wouldn’t you give to have a personal masseuse knead those knots out every evening? While we can’t all afford to get massages regularly, these suggestions for yoga for neck and shoulders will make you […]
When the hunger monster strikes, what choices do you make? And how are those choices affecting your health? If you’ve landed here, you already know that your snacking habits need some improvements and you’re looking for healthier versions of your daily nibbles. So what are healthy snacks and how can we make them more interesting? […]
If there’s one thing that has spread faster than the coronavirus itself, it is the terms associated with it. Social distancing and physical distancing are part of our everyday lives and have dictated every move we made in 2020. Both words mean the same thing but physical distancing is more descriptive because it implies that […]
Have you ever noticed how a discussion about coffee always has two very different sides? There are a number of studies that have been done to prove the pros and cons of coffee, and these are trotted out at every argument. When it comes to black coffee and weight loss Aussies know the benefits, but […]
We know how much Aussies enjoy a weekend beer or a quick post-work Scotch. Most Australian households spend about $32 per week on alcoholic beverages but while the majority of drinkers are responsible, it is important to understand the effects of alcohol on your system. While it may help you have a good time, alcohol […]
Of all the many lessons that 2020 has taught us, possibly the most critical one is how to wash your hands. There is no way you could have lived through 2020 without understanding the importance of basic hygiene and transmission of viruses and COVID-19 will make sure we never forget. Hand washing is our first […]
While yoga is usually associated with asanas and poses, yoga breathing actually occupies one of the central positions in this ancient wellness practice. Yoga breathing believes that the breath or ‘prana’ moves through energy channels known as nadis and into centres known as chakras. This flow of energy is what determines the quality of your […]
You may have not given it much thought as you cozy up with your favourite book but reading does much more than giving you some entertainment for a few hours. The benefits of reading books are not only mental in nature but physical as well. In fact, the benefits of reading books can extend to […]
One of the primary forms of mental health treatment available in Australia is psychotherapy. The many psychotherapy types and wide range of applications make it the tool of choice when it comes to improving the mental health of people. If you’ve been searching for mental health treatments and professionals, you’ve definitely stumbled upon psychotherapy and […]
Most people who work out think that a workout isn’t complete unless their heart is pumping and they’ve worked up a good sweat. A yoga session is in sharp contrast to this, with many yoga types providing you all the benefits of exercise (and much more) while leaving you feeling remarkably different. Try yoga to […]