Cold therapy or cryotherapy is an ancient practice that has found its way to contemporary prominence. With the onset of the colder months in Canberra, what better time to explore its potential benefits.
I grew up in a household where cooking together and sharing meals was integral to family life. When attempting to recreate my grandmother’s delicious recipes, the true flavour only emerges when a very liberal dosing of salt is applied.
So, no doubt my formative years shaped my salt preferences. But isn’t salt bad for you? Let’s find out more.
As we approach Mother’s Day – and every day – women and girls of all cultures, socio-economic and backgrounds are encouraged to make the time to stop and focus on your health...
Whilst the collapse of the plastic bag recycling facilities at major supermarkets has recently caught our attention, a more insidious environmental and health crisis is developing away from the headlines.
Plastics that enter...
Much like how asbestos was once seen as a good option for insulation, cooking on a gas stove is now proving to be an outdated health risk for the home.
Our health is our most valuable resource. When our health is threatened, it quickly becomes obvious that the things that tend to preoccupy us suddenly seem much less important. It’s in these...
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, which aims to raise the profile of a debilitating disease that affects one in nine Australian women. Canberra artist Melissa Hammond photographed local woman Kristy Stephenson, who lives with Stage IV Endometriosis – the most advanced stage.
Researchers from the University of South Australia studied how young people understand chronic pain, in hopes of helping sufferers “debunk pain myths” and better manage their symptoms. Lead researcher and pain expert, Dr Hayley Leake says that where people think their pain is coming from matters, as unhelpful beliefs can prevent them from accessing the best care.
An ex-bodybuilder turned holistic health coach has been recognised in the ACT 2023 Telstra Best of Business Awards. 39-year-old Jenifer Lee won the gong in the Accelerating Women category for her Fyshwick business, Wildly Strong – “and I didn’t need a six pack to do that”. Jenifer joined the fitness industry at just 18 years old, in part due to her own struggles with body image.
Come on get happy! Or not. How is it possible that today’s International Day of Happiness (20 March), a global call to embrace happiness and wellbeing, can encourage feelings that are the antitheses of the warm, glowy emotion we’re supposed to feel?
Thanks to rising cost of living, many Canberrans may find themselves turning to at-home methods of self-care to de-stress and look after their wellbeing. A recent study revealed which wellbeing-centred YouTube tutorials see the highest search volumes every month and University of Canberra’s Dr Vivienne Lewis explained why the highest-ranking methods work, and may be worth a try.
Men who regularly consume colourful fruits and vegetables are less likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer (PC), according to new research from the University of South Australia.
The internet is saturated with ‘Dreams you shouldn’t ignore’, but what does psychology say about signs that dreams should be addressed in reality? University of Canberra's Dr Vivienne Lewis discusses how stress and anxiety can play out while we sleep.
New research shows that nearly half of single Aussies don’t ever want to get married, while 28 per cent are unsure. That leaves just 29 per cent of Aussie singles who are the 'marrying type.'
Valentine's Day is a great time to reignite romance and focus on improving your relationship with your partner. To reignite that spark in your relationship, Meditation and mindfulness expert Soelae Riley has shared her three step tantric meditation guide designed to enhance intimacy and love for couples in time for Valentine's Day.
Pro tennis players are amongst the top elite athletes known for their stamina and determination, but many may also experience mental fatigue, which has potential to slash their chance at winning matches.
Hitting the spotlight at a young age can be difficult for anyone, but to have your body scrutinised by millions of people on top of it can be agonising. It is a pain Australian Idol 2004 winner, Casey Donovan, knows all too well, taking out the singing competition at just 16.
A whopping 96 per cent of Australians give up on their new year's resolutions by the end of January, with experts suggesting we make more realistic goals.
With Dr Lisa Myers, Psychiatrist and author of 'When the Light Goes Out', offers nine top tips to help you cope during the festive season, especially if you don't feel like celebrating.
A technology change leader for the Australian Government, keynote speaker and model, Alicia Lillington shares five things she can’t live without, and a look at what goes on underneath the skin.
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In her occasional column for Canberra Daily, ‘Why your mind matters’, founder of Anytime Counselling, Tina Kendall-Davis BA, BEd, DipCouns, GradDipPsyc, offers general advice to help us cope in everyday situations. This week’s topic: Jealousy: Companion to many, friend to none.
The key to success is finding a place where you’re comfortable to grow, say Anita O’Meara, owner of Curves Jamison of 14 years, and Nikki Ettema, coach of eight years and new co-owner.
The CAPS Clinic is one of Canberra’s most trusted and versatile aesthetic clinics, offering plastic and reconstructive surgery, skin cancer management and nonsurgical skin treatments.
According to Healthy Skin Solutions' Luke Clews, both the pollen count and irregular climate also causing a wave of unexpected flare-ups of eczema and dermatitis.
