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8 ways to balance hormones

The array of experiences controlled by hormonal fluxes is truly phenomenal, says naturopath Sally Mathrick

Ever overreacted? Ever felt like you’ve put on weight despite eating the same as always? Ever experienced period cramps or felt agitated before menstruation? Felt totally hyperactive or totally lethargic? Exhausted or excited? Horny or totally uninspired? Trusting or suspicious? ...

What is qigong?

Looking for a new fitness regime? Qigong may be the solution.

The benefits of qigong make this ancient Chinese practice a worthwhile pursuit. ...

Laughter yoga

It may seem like a funny concept, but the health benefits are seriously good for you.

Increase your energy, boost your immune system, and relieve depression with laughter yoga ...

How to find the motivation to exercise

Expert fitness advice

We know exercise is great for us and that we will feel better for starting and sticking to a routine, but sometimes it’s just so hard to get out there and do it ...

Tone your arms with yoga

4 best poses for creating upper body strength

The best poses to give you the arms, shoulders, chest and upper back that not only look good in singlets, but make life much easier when it comes to lifting and weight bearing. ...

How to get active

Not everyone was born an exercise junkie. Follow these tips to learn to love exercise and get the body you want.

Starting fitness plan can be difficult if you don't know how. Charmaine Yabsley has 4 tips to get you off the couch and living the healthy active life you want to. ...

Yoga Vs. pilates

Find the right exercise for your body

Pilates and yoga are both great for improving strength and flexibility. Which one is right for you? ...

Walking Vs. running

Which exercise is right for you?

Running and walking are both great ways to keep fit and stay in shape. But does one suits your needs better than the other? And if so, which is right for you? ...

How to stay healthy at any size

If experts agree on anything, fitness is key and kgs on the scales are less important than body fat around the tummy.

The prevalence of overweight and obesity in Australia is increasing. Recent studies estimate that more than half of all Australian women (52 per cent) and two-thirds of men (67 per cent) are overweight or obese. That is, almost 60 per cent of the adult population in Australia is overweight or obese ...

Dental hygiene linked to overall health

Scientists are discovering more and more about the connections between dental health and the health of our entire body. David Goding investigates

If our eyes are the windows to our soul, then our teeth may well be the windows to our health, according to mounting evidence that suggests there is a strong link between the two ...

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