Health

Health The hidden dangers of supplements ‍With reports of vitamin toxicity on the rise in Australia, it pays to check your supplement labels to ensure you aren’t putting your health at risk.

Health 8 important things you should know about your thyroid health With more than 1 million Australians living with an undiagnosed thyroid disorder, it’s time to get on top of our thyroid health. Here’s everything you need to know.

Health 6 myths about mental health when you're over 50 ‍It’s often said that an old dog can’t learn new tricks… but older humans definitely can! Our brains retain a remarkable ability to adapt and change throughout life, positively affecting mental health after 50.

Health Beyond yuck: the lowdown on getting a colonoscopy Ready, set, prep! The colonoscopy is a vital screening procedure to prevent colorectal cancer. Sure, it’s not the most pleasant procedure to think about, but it isn’t as bad as you imagine.

Health Brain games: the top games to play for a sharper mind Games are a fun and flexible way to support brain health. While no single game can prevent cognitive decline, regular playing can help maintain and even enhance brain function.

Health Is your poo healthy? A nutritionist breaks it down Your poo is one of your body's key ways of communicating with you – so don't ignore it! By paying attention you can hopefully prevent any chronic issues from arising.

Health Want to sleep longer? Add mini-bursts of exercise to your evening routine Many of us have been told that exercising at night can reduce our sleep quality, but this new study begs to differ.

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Health Gut instinct: how to prevent age-related digestive issues like heartburn There’s a lot of mystery around the gut and what exactly goes on in there. For the most part… you simply don’t want to know. But here’s what you can do to avoid these common gut-related health conditions as you age.