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There’s a rare genetic disorder affecting only 350,000 people around the world – but despite its small reach, the consequences are anything but. The condition in question, Prader-Willi syndrome, causes insatiable cravings and a host of other uncomfortable symptoms – here’s what you need to know.

We know that omega 3s, antioxidants and B vitamins all play an essential role in keeping your top floor in top condition, but did you know there are a number of foods that skyrocket your risk for brain fog, cognitive decline and dementia? Here are the 3 worst offenders to give a wide berth.

There’s a popular kitchen staple that could be raising your risk for heart disease, cancer and obesity – we’re talking about vegetable oils here. We’ll be diving into the debate around the health and safety of a number of these oil varieties, plus sharing a few alternatives to stock up on. Here’s what you need to know.

You’ve probably heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day – but new research suggests it’s not just about when we have our first meal, it’s also about the timeframe within which we eat. Here’s what you need to know.

Between the sugar-loaded yoghurts and the refined oil-laden chips, kids are taking in more ultra-processed foods than ever. With ingredients that we can’t even pronounce, these products are teeming with preservatives and artificial additives. Here’s what it’s doing to kids’ health. 

Whether you’re at work, studying at home or juggling family responsibilities, it’s easy to fall prey to the lure of ultra-processed foods – these are readily available on supermarket shelves and deceptively cheap. But they come with a cost to your health. Here are 3 easy ways to slash your intake of these unhealthy foods.

There’s a condition that mimics the symptoms of big players like arthritis, lupus and chronic fatigue syndrome – so before you go self-diagnosing, it’s worth looking into fibromyalgia. This criminally underdiagnosed condition can be easy to miss – here are 5 surprising signs you’ve got it, plus the role diet can play.

Dealing with a particularly stubborn eczema outbreak lately? Or are your gut issues leaving you blocked up again? Inflammation can affect us in mysterious ways, from our brain down to our toes, it’s all connected. So, let’s take a look at the inflammation-busting powerhouses to add to your weekly shopping list.

Curious about all the buzz surrounding cold showers as of late? Wherever you look – from Instagram and TikTok to popular news sites – it’s hard to escape the hype around plunging the temperature to uncomfortably chilly levels. Well, turns out there might be a bit of truth to the rumours. Here are 4 reasons to add cold showers to your daily regime.

With international restless legs syndrome awareness day upon us, it’s worth taking a look into some of the causes – and one in particular may come as a surprise. We’re talking about sugar here – this addictive stuff isn’t just spiking our risk for obesity and heart disease, but it also puts this common ailment on the map.

If you’ve put on weight over the past couple of years, you’re not alone. Recent research shows around 38% of us have stacked the kilos on since March of 2020. Here’s why the pandemic, diet and lifestyle all factor in to this phenomenon.

With the average Aussie eating more than double the daily recommended intake for sugar, it’s no surprise that diseases from diabetes to obesity are skyrocketing. But you might wonder whether cancer plays into this – here’s everything you need to know about sugar’s role in the development of the big C.