Health and nutrition
‘We want to help you live your ultimate life’: Behind the scenes at Australia’s most exclusive wellness club
In their efforts to be at the cutting edge of preventative and performance medicine, Saint Haven treads the fine line between controversy, “woo”, and innovation.
- Sarah Berry
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Want to live a long, healthy life? This Japanese diet philosophy may hold the key
The Japanese are famed for their long lifespans and low obesity rates, but there’s more to their diet than tofu and sashimi. A philosophy of “hara hachi bu” helps too.
- Ella Nunn
Sweet tooth? The 10 low-sugar fruits to protect against chronic disease
Most of us eat about half the recommended amount of fruit each day, missing out on essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Try these to start the day right.
- Jo Waters
Five foods that release the same ‘fullness’ hormone as Ozempic
Weight loss drugs come with unpleasant side-effects. But these readily available foods can help weight loss without the need for medication.
- Sam Rice
So you’ve gained weight in menopause. Here’s how to deal with it
Understanding the reasons for those additional kilos is the first step to finding effective ways to manage it. A little self-love doesn’t hurt either.
- Claire Burke
How the humble cheese toastie is fighting a hunger crisis in schools
Food charities are seeing an increase in demand from Catholic and private schools as well as public schools.
- Caroline Hartnett
Is it time to rethink our love affair with Vegemite?
For more than 100 years we’ve believed it’s beneficial to our health. But as the Canadian cafe saga puts the spotlight on our favourite spread, it begs the question: Is Vegemite really as good as we think?
- Sarah Berry
‘Coffee with a drop of lion’s mane’: Does a dietitian approve?
Entrepreneur Belinda Everingham shares her day on a plate, which includes a strangely addictive Hawaiian delicacy as well as mushroom powder.
- Nicole Economos
Postcode lottery means some mothers – and their babies – are more likely to be overweight or obese
Moving from Melbourne’s north to the west brought home to Maddison Dass what researchers have just revealed – there is not equal opportunity for health in Melbourne.
- Wendy Tuohy
Meghan’s way: Five easy edibles to grow at home (including flowers)
We can’t all live on a beautiful estate in Montecito but you can still create a little Markle magic by growing your own food.
- Robyn Willis