Loneliness is very common in Australia. It's estimated that three out of 10 of us experience it as a serious problem at one time in our lives.
While lone...
Australia began adding fluoride to drinking water in the 1960s. Now about 90% of us drink fluoridated water. Experts say that it's a safe and effective method f...
The fussy eater is a common complaint for parents of toddlers. Fortunately you can take the stress out of feeding your toddler.
Toddlers are at an age where ...
It may surprise many people to know that stroke kills more women than breast cancer and more men than prostate cancer. It's the second biggest cause of deat...
Australia has been increasing the rate of organ donation in recent years, but we still need to improve.
Organ donation involves removing organs from a donor ...
Vitamins and minerals are substances in your diet that are essential for good health. Taking vitamins and minerals as supplements, however, are a different matt...
Fasting diets have received a lot of attention of late, however it's important for you to be prepared before trying one.
A number of different fasting diets ...
Salt is made up of two minerals - sodium and chloride. Only a small amount is needed in your diet for good health. However, unfortunately myths about salt make ...
Men are always ready for sex, while women pretend to have headaches – that's the stereotype of mismatched libido in heterosexual relationships. But for so...
Iodine is an important mineral for the foetus during pregnancy, babies and children. While only a tiny amount is required for their health, iodine deficiency is...
