Gut health
Her stomach ached. A subconscious suggestion helped it heal
Hypnosis is often associated with silly stunts, but medicine is now starting to embrace it, spurred on by studies showing it can help with chronic pain – even if we don’t understand why.
- by Liam Mannix
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How constipation could double the risk of having a heart attack
It affects more than 20 per cent of the population, but few of us would think that constipation increases the risk of a heart attack or stroke.
- by Sarah Berry
IBS affects one in five Australians. What’s the best way to treat it?
It’s not known what causes IBS, and there is no cure, so the condition is often difficult to manage. But a new study offers clues for how best to find relief.
- by Alice Callahan
Does the latest trendy drink promising good gut health actually work?
One brand has been hit with a lawsuit from a customer citing misleading information about the drink’s benefits.
- by Nell Geraets
These simple fibre-rich recipes will give the whole family a health kick
Packed with wholesome ingredients, these dishes contain everything you need to improve gut health. And they taste great, too.
- by Sarah Pound
Are you getting dirty enough? Experts say it can improve health
Whether you’re gardening or doing a mud run, playing in the dirt has many health benefits.
- by Holly Burns
The benefits of introducing apple cider vinegar to your diet
While research supports some health claims around the popular drink, other studies show it can cause more harm than good.
- by Alice Callahan
Seven gut-friendly fermented foods you can find in the supermarket (and yes, cheese is one)
Probiotic-rich fermented foods boast a range of health benefits – here are some of the best buys from the supermarket.
- by Sam Rice
A dietitian’s guide to the best foods for lowering your cholesterol levels
Are you one of the more than 1.5 million Australians with high cholesterol? Here are some ways to tackle it – and the recipes that make it easy.
- by Susie Burrell
Natural, Greek, coconut, high-protein: The nutritional pros and cons of your favourite yoghurt
With the range of yoghurts ever expanding in the supermarket, how do you know which one is right for you? Here’s a simple guide to get you started.
- by Susie Burrell
A dietitian on why you need to eat much more seafood (and easy and affordable ways to do it)
If you think a can of tuna every now and then is going to cut it, unfortunately you’re wrong. But there are budget-friendly alternatives.
- by Susie Burrell
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