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Health & Wellbeing

Health Checkups for Women at Every Age: A Complete Checklist

December 21, 2024

Women’s health is a journey that evolves through different life stages, each bringing unique challenges and requirements. Preventive care through regular health screenings isn’t just about detecting problems early—it’s about empowering women to take control of their well-being, understanding their bodies, and making informed decisions about their health. This comprehensive guide explores the essential health screenings that form the cornerstone of women’s preventive healthcare. Read on for the details. In Your 20s The 20s represent a crucial period for establishing healthy habits and baseline health measurements. During this decade, women should focus on building a strong foundation for their healthcare…

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Health & Wellbeing

Why Stress Management is a Vital Way to Protect Your Heart Health

October 8, 2024

Virtually all mothers have experienced stress at one point or another—a feeling of tension that can make you feel frustrated or angry, and sometimes unable to calm yourself down. Occasional stress is typical and harmless, but when it becomes chronic, it can unleash a host of physiological and psychological responses that can damage your heart. High-stress levels, for instance, are linked to obesity and Type 2 diabetes. Stress is officially recognised as a leading risk factor for heart disease—which is one of the biggest causes of mortality in Australia, alongside poor nutrition, a sedentary lifestyle, excessive alcohol use, and smoking….

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Health & Wellbeing

Power up your life, mind and body with quick daily habits

September 27, 2024

The weight of life can lower one’s mood and general outlook on everything around us. This can create a negative spiral of depression, lethargy and moodiness. According to Elizabeth Jane, it is important to remember that while difficult things happen to us from time to time, these things don’t reflect who we are. These things are transient and we move past them. The important thing is to learn from these challenges and ensure that we are making an effort to keep ourselves uplifted and positive. This can be challenging when you are feeling flat, but there are some quick and…

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Community, Health & Wellbeing

A CONVERSATION COULD CHANGE A LIFE

September 10, 2024

Got a feeling that someone you know or care about isn’t behaving as they normally would? Perhaps they seem out of sorts? More agitated or withdrawn? Or they’re just not themselves. Trust that gut instinct and act on it. Learn more about the signs and when it’s time to ask R U OK? here. By starting a conversation and commenting on the changes you’ve noticed, you could help that family member, friend or workmate open up. If they say they are not OK, you can follow our conversation steps to show them they’re supported and help them find strategies to…

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Health & Wellbeing

6 Essential Nutrients That Support Overall Women’s Health

September 7, 2024

You don’t need to overhaul your diet completely to get all the nutrition you need, because what constitutes a healthy diet is pretty much universal, applying to both men and women. However, there are differences in our requirements for calories and certain nutrients. Most of us recognize that women’s caloric requirements are lower than men’s, but certain nutritional deficiencies are more common and consequential in women. The Australian Health Survey’s nutrition data gives us a clearer picture so that we can make informed decisions. In addition to taking specific vitamin or mineral supplements to address such issues, you can also…

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Health & Wellbeing

7 Potential Health Benefits of Essential Oils

August 30, 2024

In light of their therapeutic and medical qualities, essential oils have been used for thousands of years in many different cultures. These concentrated oils, which come from plants, perfectly encapsulate the aroma and therapeutic qualities of the plant.  Increasing numbers of individuals use essential oils to support their mental, emotional, and physical health. Essential oils provide various potential health advantages, from improving energy levels to addressing skin issues. This blog explores 7 distinct health benefits of essential oils such as peppermint pure oil, supported by both traditional use and modern research. 7 Benefits of Essential Oils and Its Effect Relaxation…

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Health & Wellbeing, Uncategorized

8 Key Feminine Hygiene Practices for a Healthier You

August 16, 2024

Maintaining feminine hygiene is essential not only for your comfort but also for your overall health and well-being. In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to overlook the importance of daily habits contributing to your intimate health. However, proper feminine hygiene is vital for preventing infections, avoiding discomfort, and ensuring you feel confident and fresh throughout the day. Below, we explore eight key feminine hygiene practices that are easy to incorporate into your routine and help you stay healthy, comfortable, and confident. 1. Regular Cleaning Daily washing is essential; using warm water and mild, unscented soap, as recommended by the American…

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Health & Wellbeing

Seatbelt Use During Pregnancy Research Opportunity!

June 19, 2024

Are you or someone you know ≥20 weeks pregnant? Researchers at Neuroscience Research Australia and The George Institute are seeking volunteers for a study measuring the quality of seatbelt fit and use among pregnant women. Would the research project be a good fit for me? We are looking for women aged 18 or over with a single or multiple pregnancy who are greater than or equal to 20 weeks gestation. They must be willing to attend one lab visit at NeuRA, in Randwick and be able to read English well enough to understand the consent form. What would be involved…

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Health & Wellbeing, Kids, What to do

Open Day @ City of Sydney Pools

November 30, 2023

Make a splash into a healthier lifestyle, while enjoying the celebration of Summer Open Day at swimming pools across Sydney. Need a way to entertain the kids and have some fun with the family? Looking to chat with a health and wellbeing expert about positive lifestyle choices? Or want to stretch, meditate and relax in a yoga class? Then look no further than our annual Summer Open Days taking place at all six aquatic and leisure centres across Sydney – and the best part, it’s all FREE! There’ll be a wide range of activities, in-centre events, and giveaways and prizes…

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Health & Wellbeing

5 reasons your skin needs Desert Tomato

June 14, 2023

Thirsty Turtl’s Desert Glow Brightening Gel-Crème is the first skincare product in the world to feature native Australian desert tomato (aka bush tomato, Solanum centrale, desert raisin). This hero ingredient grows in the arid central Australian desert regions. This harsh climate causes the plant to produce powerhouse compounds that have known benefits for your skin. Alongside Desert Tomato, Desert Glow Brightening Gel-Crème features 5% niacinamide and green tea for instant skin brightening, hydration and soothing; and reducing the appearance of sun damage. Here are five reasons to love Desert Tomato for your skin: It is packed with different phenolic acids…

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