Category: Health

The way you start your day has a major role in how the day turns out. If you get a good, easy and productive start to the day, the rest will also be easy and productive, but if the morning is extremely hectic and unorganised, you won’t be able to recover from it the whole day and one problem will lead to the other and so on. Hence, in order to have a productive and active day, you need to make your mornings more organised and efficient. The best way…

For many, growing older it’s one of the most exciting life chapters yet. As we age, it is important to maintain our lifestyle, interests and activities for both our physical and mental health. While for some, our social groups may be slowing down, it can be difficult to maintain the same level of interest or activity. If slowing down isn’t something you are interested in, then consider these simple tips to help maintain your lifestyle as you age. Keep active Physical exercise and activities are incredibly important as you get…

In the past years, Australia has seen an increase in dengue cases. This can be caused by a number of factors, but according to the federal Health Department, the primary cause is the increase in the number of travels taken by locals to Southeast Asia. What is Dengue? Dengue is a viral disease found in different parts of the world. The disease comes from a mosquito, specifically the Aedes aegypti mosquito, when it bites a person with its virus. There are four kinds of dengue viruses and a person who…

Social media has grown by leaps and bounds in the past decade. Today, a simple post can generate enough following and spur a revolution. Social media platforms have improved the way we communicate with each other while also building friendships along the way. However, it is not the best source when it comes to certain things. For instance, health is a fundamental right of everyone. When it comes to health matters, the internet is never the best source of reliable and credible information. Well, at least, not those on social…

Most people hate being in a place that is very hot and humid. But if you confine such humidity and warmth within a small room, you will notice vast improvements in your health and wellbeing. Such is the concept behind saunas. From the near-Arctic conditions of Scandinavia to the cold climates of Japan, people go to saunas to enjoy their many health benefits. And while Australia is already a hot and humid place, there are still those that provide a sauna experience that’s worthy of the world’s best. Here are…

It seems like there is an overload of nutritional advice available now. We know more about nutrition and proper health choices now than ever before, but still, have to make daily decisions between heavily processed or completely organic options. Let’s cut through the fluff; here are the essential facts on nutrition that specifically impact people over 60. You Need Fewer Calories and More Nutrients The common myth is that as you age your metabolism declines. That’s not true for everyone, as you’ve probably learned in your 60 or more years…

We all want to look and feel our best. That said, staying fit and well while keeping up with the demands of modern life is challenging. There’s so much to squeeze into each day and balance – work, kids, study, chores, life admin and more.  It often seems that when you achieve perfect equilibrium in life something is just waiting around the corner to throw it out of whack again! So, if you’re feeling the pressure and trying to stay well and look great, you’re not alone. Thankfully, there are…