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Inflammation, the body's natural response to injury or infection, is a double-edged sword. While acute inflammation is crucial for healing, chronic inflammation has been linked to a myriad of health issues, from eczema to cardiovascular disease. Enter the anti-inflammatory diet – a body-first approach.

Looking for new ways to make eating well enjoyable? There’s a wealth of strategies utilised around the globe to do just that – we’re here to unpack a few of our favourites. These simple tips and tricks make following a whole foods diet that much easier, not to mention delicious!

Hormones influence everything from mood and energy levels to reproductive wellbeing – but when our diet, exercise and sleep hygiene fall to wayside, we start to see the domino effect through all facets of life. That’s why we’re unveiling 4 science-backed hormone-boosting foods and the vital roles they play in fostering harmony within your body.

In the seemingly innocuous activities of our daily lives, we could be taking in dangerous compounds through our skin, the air and even our food – yep, endocrine disrupters are all around us. But what exactly are they and how can we prevent exposure? Let's find out.

In the intricate web of our body's systems, the lymphatic system often plays the unsung hero, diligently working behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly. Yet, like any superhero, it needs its daily dose of TLC.

Noticed the numbers on the scale just won’t budge? It could be worth putting your sleep hygiene under the microscope as your restless nights might be conspiring with those extra kilos. Join us as we unravel the covert connection between poor sleep and the sneaky hormonal changes that take over in while you're sleeping – or trying to!

In a world where we often seek solace in a tub of ice cream, it would be an understatement to say the sweet escape of sugar seems to have a hold on us – but it may be a double-edged sword, impacting not just our waistlines but our brains too. Is there a secret language between sugar and serotonin, or is it all just a confectionery conspiracy?

From high blood pressure to obesity, metabolic syndrome describes a number of health condition that, when combined, serve to skyrocket your risk for a number of diseases. Let’s take a look at why this happens and unpack 3 of the major diseases associated with metabolic syndrome. 

Few things offer the reassurance of a spray of deodorant in the morning – it's that armour against the sweat-inducing stresses of the day. But have you ever paused to have a read of the ridiculously long list of ingredients on the back? While your morning spritz might make you feel clean, the reality is anything but. Here's why you should sweat it. 

In a ground-breaking development, Australian company Atmo Biosciences is spearheading the creation of a smart gas-sensing capsule that holds the promise of transforming the diagnosis and treatment of bowel syndromes. 

Dietary fibre is a powerful – and massively underrated! – way to help reduce high cholesterol levels. With rates of the dangerous condition spiking, and with it raising our risk for heart disease, here’s why you should be getting your daily fibre. 

Never heard of homocysteine? You’re not alone, but understanding this amino acid could hold the key to managing a number of diseases – from stroke and heart disease to dementia. Let’s find out what it is, how to figure out your levels and the simplest ways to hack your health through homocysteine.