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Health & Wellbeing

5 sustainable things to do during lockdown

CW journalist Abbey Halter shares five sustainable things you can do from home during lockdown. Join a Zoom workshop with Canberra Environment Centre CEC is offering some free online workshops, including: Introduction to Seed...

Enjoy the little things

When we feel vulnerable, when our lives are disrupted, when we’re placed in uncomfortable situations, our instincts are to brace.

Free virtual ‘mental fitness’ bootcamp to combat pandemic fatigue

A virtual ‘mental fitness’ bootcamp is launching this Sunday to help combat pandemic fatigue and strengthen mental health during these challenging times. Toyota has teamed up with world champion athlete ambassadors Jess Fox...

Craver or foodie? Six diet types revealed

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to losing weight and people may shed more kilos in the long term by working with their "diet type".

5 tips from an expert on finding love in lockdown

Relationship journalist and founder of Bad Dates of Melbourne and Bad Dates of Australia, Alita Brydon, sat down with Canberra Daily to share her expertise on finding love in lockdown via digital dating.

Over 65s at risk of heart valve disease

Cardiologists are asking Australians over 65 to get checked for heart valve disease next time they visit their GP.

The secret to happiness

Is there a secret to happiness? Perhaps it’s something as simple as the perfect cup of tea, a foot massage, a dip in the ocean?

DIY face masks to match your outfit or your mood

With endless options for fabric, you can make a face mask to match your outfit or your mood.

Red meat raises heart disease risk: study

Eating red and processed meat is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, according to a large-scale review by scientists.

What is ch’i?

At the heart of systems of medicine is the idea of an animating force that underpins wellbeing. In Chinese medicine, the term is ch’i.

Put your back into it: taking care of your back and spine

Here are some basic tips and exercises to make sure you're taking care of your back and spine as well as you can.

Seniors advertising feature July 2021

Even in these uncertain times, ageing offers the possibility of many rewarding experiences. Check out the advertisers in this special Seniors feature for ideas on keeping fit, healthy and fully engaged in...

Winter coat: getting through the Canberra winter

The longest day of the year is behind us, but if you’ve lived in Canberra for a while, you know we still have more cold temperatures ahead.

Feel better in five minutes

Posture has such a profound impact on our wellbeing. Here is a super enjoyable stretch that should make you feel better in five minutes.

Working out in winter

Sure, waking up early to work out in winter is a big ask, but once you’re out of bed and working out, you will be glad you did it!

Are our suburbs making us sick? An award-winning urban planner thinks so

The way our contemporary suburbs have been designed is literally making us ill, according to Mike Day, a co-founder and partner at urban planning and design firm, Hatch RobertsDay. Discouragement of physical activity,...

Find the gift of being in the present

I’m sure most of us would agree that it would be nice to experience states of contentment, peace and happiness more regularly in our lives.

What is wellness?

Wellness and illness are like the North and South Pole on the continuum of wellbeing.

All-over autumn workout

This week, let’s have a look at a good autumn workout to keep fit and healthy over these cooler months.

Next Practice Deakin: Anything but general

The Next Practice clinic is anything but a general practice, coupling purpose-built technology with genuine compassion.

What your face reveals

According to Chinese medicine, different face features tell us a story and can reveal imbalances in your wellbeing.

More sleep or more exercise: the best time trade-offs for children’s health

More sleep could offset children’s excess indulgence over school holidays as new research from the University of South Australia shows the same health benefits may be achieved by either extra sleep or extra exercise.

Capital Pain & Rehabilitation Clinic: 20 years of solving the pain puzzle

Capital Pain & Rehabilitation Clinic is celebrating 20 years of assisting their patients with pain, through a multi-disciplinary approach that includes physical therapy, counselling and psychology, pain education and a wide range...

What are activated nuts?

Activated nuts are simply nuts that have been soaked in water for 12-24 hours and then slowly dried again so they are crisp.

What we’re talking about: Autumn Leaves Market

The Autumn Leaves Market will be held on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 May 10am-2pm at the Pearce Community Centre, Collet Place, Pearce.

Belconnen Osteopathy cares for your mind, body and soul

Focusing on caring for Canberrans of all ages, Belconnen Osteopathy has officially opened at the Belconnen Fresh Food Markets.

Ramadan: four tips to help you eat right and stay healthy

Ramadan began on 13 April this year; and sees the majority of Muslims fast during daylight, not eating or drinking until sunset for a month.

The 80/20 approach to wellbeing

One of the myths about wellbeing is that you almost have to get everything just right for your body and mind to be healthy and well.

Get your skates on because RollerFit is rollin’ into Canberra

RollerFit ACT is coming to town, with classes commencing 8 April. The fitness class on skates combines skills from a range of disciplines.

From dieting to self-acceptance, meet the Merrymaker Sisters

Born and bred Canberran sisters Emma and Carla Papas, the Merrymaker Sisters, have always had a passion for creating things that bring joy.