Health

Health Arthritis, inflammation and how to avoid pain One in 5 Australians over the age of 45 has osteoarthritis. The latest science reveals inflammation causes the pain, not wear and tear on the joints. Paula Goodyer explains the best way to tackle it.

Health Self-care when you care for others If you’re the type of selfless carer who puts everyone else’s needs ahead of your own, consider the old saying: 'you can’t pour from an empty cup'. Here's how to avoid the very real problem of burning out while caring for someone you love.

Health How staying hydrated can save your life Feeling thirsty is the body’s natural defence against dehydration, but as we age, our thirst signals can diminish and put us at risk of severe dehydration - especially on hot days or after exercise.

Health Almond, soy, rice or oat milk - are they better than dairy?Choosing from the vast array of milks at the supermarket has become more complex than decoding the human genome. From regular cow’s milk to A2 and soy to oat, Sabrina Rogers-Anderson investigates the pros and cons of each type of milk.

Health How food is engineered to keep us eating Can’t seem to put down the chip packet or ice cream tub until it’s empty? Spoiler alert: it’s not your fault. Around the world, scientists are busy designing foods that are as addictive as opioids. Sabrina Rogers-Anderson investigates.

Health A living will (and why your advanced care directive matters)Most of us understand that our last will and testament distributes our financial assets, but what about a living will? Your living will should be a clear, well-written health care directive that you can share with your loved ones, doctors and even place on your MyHealth record to ensure you're in full control of your health.

Health A CITRO GUIDE: 10 lifestyle swaps for longevity Statistically, we are destined to live longer lifespans than our grandparents. Health writer Paula Goodyer has summarised the latest longevity science into 10 simple ways to put the quality back into the quantity of extra years we will get

Health Private health insurance literally saved my life after breast cancer Thinking about dropping private health to save on costs? Read the stats (and personal story) you should know first.

Nicole Pedersen-McKinnon