Health

Health How to keep teeth for life (and what to do if you can’t) Did you know that keeping your natural teeth is not only the key to looking younger, but is important for eating, drinking, breathing and speaking. Health writer Paula Goodyer explains how we can keep our teeth for life.

Health Treating belly fat before it makes you chronically ill ‍Did you know the apple body shape that’s common in post-menopausal women can cause a number of serious health conditions? Here’s how the new wave of metabolic health drugs can not only help you lose belly fat, but prevent these conditions robbing your good health.

Sabrina Rogers-Anderson

Health Arthritis, inflammation and how to avoid pain One in 5 Australians over the age of 45 has osteoarthritis. The latest science reveals inflammation causes the pain, not wear and tear on the joints. Paula Goodyer explains the best way to tackle it.

Health Self-care when you care for others If you’re the type of selfless carer who puts everyone else’s needs ahead of your own, consider the old saying: 'you can’t pour from an empty cup'. Here's how to avoid the very real problem of burning out while caring for someone you love.

Health How staying hydrated can save your life Feeling thirsty is the body’s natural defence against dehydration, but as we age, our thirst signals can diminish and put us at risk of severe dehydration - especially on hot days or after exercise.

Health Almond, soy, rice or oat milk - are they better than dairy?Choosing from the vast array of milks at the supermarket has become more complex than decoding the human genome. From regular cow’s milk to A2 and soy to oat, Sabrina Rogers-Anderson investigates the pros and cons of each type of milk.

Sabrina Rogers-Anderson

Health How food is engineered to keep us eating Can’t seem to put down the chip packet or ice cream tub until it’s empty? Spoiler alert: it’s not your fault. Around the world, scientists are busy designing foods that are as addictive as opioids. Sabrina Rogers-Anderson investigates.

Sabrina Rogers-Anderson

Health A Living Will (and why your advanced care directive matters)Most of us understand that our last Will and testament distributes our financial assets, but what about a Living Will? Your Living Will should be a clear, well-written health care directive that you can share with your loved ones, doctors and even place on your MyHealth record to ensure you're in full control of your health.