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With 6000 Aussies living with scleroderma, it’s a rare but often distressing condition known to affect 3 times more women than men. To make diagnosis matters more difficult, the signs and symptoms often overlap with a number of other autoimmune conditions – we’re here to give you the rundown on what to look out for. 

Chilli doesn’t just add heat and flavour to your favourite dishes, it also adds a host of health benefits. From boosting metabolism to supporting heart health, here's why you should consider adding more chili to your diet.

Researchers say taking a day out of the week to relax and enjoy what they’ve dubbed a “lazy day” could be the key to reducing stress, lowering blood pressure and living longer. Here’s why you no longer need to feel guilty about kicking back!

After a multi-year battle with breast cancer, federal MP Peta Murphy has died from the disease, having dedicated much of her career to improving the landscape of women's health and raising awareness for cancer.

Find yourself craving sweets after dinner every night? Or perhaps it’s that midnight yearning for fried fast food. Whatever’s got you hooked, you might be surprised to learn it’s actually your gut microbes calling the shots. Here’s how and what you can do about it.

There is more than meets the eye with this frustrating autoimmune condition – underneath the skin, uncontrolled inflammation in the body is raising your risk for a number of other conditions, from heart disease to arthritis. Here’s what you need to know, and why holistic treatment is vital for psoriasis.

The festive season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness, but it can also be a period of excess and environmental impact. Here in Australia, we create an extra 400 tonnes of waste during the Christmas period. Yeah, you read that right. But embracing sustainability doesn't mean sacrificing the fun; instead, it's about making conscious choices that benefit both you and the planet. Here’s how. 

Does cacao deserve its place among superfood greats like extra virgin olive oil, chia seeds and berries? Short answer – yes. Buckle up for the long answer; we’ll be diving into antioxidants, nutrient-density, anti-anxiety properties and everything in between. 

By the age of 18, a whopping 80% of autistic women remain undiagnosed, with a staggering number of studies excluding girls and women entirely. The result? Limited understanding of symptoms, long-term struggles with work and relationships and the development of mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. Let's find out what masking is and why it's so common among women with autism. 

There’s a contentious debate around the quality of omega 3s depending on the source – we’re here to clear the air with a thorough nutritional rundown of plant vs animal-based omega 3s.

It’s not just about what you eat – when you eat can play a pivotal role in maximising health benefits.  Nutrient timing is a strategy that involves aligning your meals with your body's natural rhythms to enhance nutrient absorption, energy levels, and overall wellbeing. Here’s how to make your food work for you.

‘Tis the season to be healthy! If you’ve recently given sugar the flick or are just looking to cut down on your intake, you might be wondering how it lines up with your plans to enjoy delicious food this festive season – fear not, you CAN do both. We’re here to show you how with 3 fun recipes.