New studies show intermittent fasting can have profound health benefits. University of Florida College of Medicine research shows intermittent fasting can have powerful effects on your body and brain, may help you endure a workout for up to 30 per cent longer and may also slow the ageing and disease process. Scientists say while our bodies […]
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How to serve food your kids will actually eat
Presentation may be the key to pleasing even the fussiest eater in your household. It may be your serving style, not your cooking, that makes children move food around on their plates. New research by University of Copenhagen shows kids have distinct plating preferences that vary with age and gender. What the study found Researchers asked kids aged […]
Exploring Japan’s tranquil traditions
Japan is a heady mix of modern mayhem balanced out by a tranquillity of tradition. I am 10 minutes into a 20-minute meditation. I’m sitting cross-legged with my legs slowly going to sleep, and my arms twitching a little, but I’m completely at peace in the Kyoto temple. The manicured Japanese garden behind me acts […]
At home with Richmond star Matthew Richardson
His two-bedroom home may be more crowded since his daughter was born, but Channel 7’s Matthew Richardson wouldn’t have it any other way. There are loud noises coming from Matthew Richardson’s home — and surprisingly, it’s not the Tigers theme song. The Richmond AFL champion opens the door to his Elwood abode, proudly cuddling his […]
Pass the spice for a wellness boost
Add extra zest to your food and reap the health benefits. Ditching the salt and adding a dash of spice can bring delicious depth to your meals — and it may also help protect and heal your body. And chances are you already have many of these helpful health warriors in your pantry. “Spices protect […]
Slow it down with anti-ageing foods
Smart food choices could be the key to maintaining a healthy glow and looking younger for longer. An apple a day keeps not only the doctor, but also the wrinkles away, according to Melbourne dietitian Melanie McGrice. Packed with vitamin C, which helps speed skin cell production, the humble fruit is one of the leaders […]
Workplace wellness on the go
A mobile workspace doesn’t have to be a pain in the neck if you know how to set your laptop up correctly. While they’re a handy tool to make our work lives more mobile, laptops can be dangerous to our mobility if not set up correctly. Stiff necks, sore shoulders and headaches are among the […]
Edible beauty: 6 foods to help you glow from the inside
Your skin is the ultimate indicator that you are what you eat – so which foods will nourish your skin from the inside out? Water Keep your skin hydrated so it’s less likely to crack, dry out or let in external particles that can cause breakouts. Nutrient Reference Values recommend women drink about eight cups of […]
Ease more wellness into your work day
Just because you’re at your desk, doesn’t mean you can’t squeeze a little more movement into your day. With around one-third of an adult’s life spent at work, there’s plenty of time to incorporate health and wellness into your day – you just need to think outside the square. Here are a few tips. Change it up […]
Supercharge with these simple food changes
Melbourne nutritionist and Insta-influencer Melanie Lionello shows us how to spring into the new season fuelled by a diet filled with nourishing produce. Spring brings longer days and an abundance of new flavours to revitalise the body after a winter of comfort foods and less time outdoors. Melbourne nutritionist Melanie Lionello -the talent behind the successful Instagram account @naturally_nutritious– […]