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The first rays of sunlight should signify a fresh start – at least if we go by the Disney manual to life! – but for many of us, mornings bring about anxiety instead. It’s not all that shocking when you consider the mountain of activities there are to get through, but you might be surprised to learn the root cause of morning anxiety is hormone-based. The bright side? We can do something about it.

Affecting around 1 in 200, Grave’s disease is an autoimmune disorder of the thyroid, and happens to be the leading cause of hyperthyroidism. Find out if you have any of the red-flag symptoms – plus, we bust 10 dangerous myths plaguing the condition.

From immune system support to cardiovascular health, beta-glucans are emerging as nature's allies in our quest for optimal health. But how can you get a hold of these powerhouse nutrients? Let’s find out. 

So, you probably know that deep-fried fast food and sugary pastries can drive up your ‘bad’ cholesterol levels, but what about the flip side? Turns out there are a number of foods that actually work to boost ‘good’ cholesterol and knock the bad guys down a peg!

Raynaud’s disease affects around 10% of women and 5% of men here in Australia, making it an unexpectedly common condition – yet so few of us understand what it entails. Let’s take a look at some of the major signs you’re dealing with this disease and why it strikes in the first place.

Silent heart attacks occur without the typical, noticeable symptoms. But the results are anything but! Here's a closer look at what they are and the simple steps you can take to save your life.

Maintaining a healthy diet is essential for overall wellbeing, and while we all know what to avoid, you might be surprised that some of the healthier options come with a laundry list of dangers. From the new research around heavy metal content in some of the major dark chocolate brands to the pathogenic dangers of raw milk, here are our tips to enjoy your favourite foods safely.  

When you picture someone having a heart attack, the first image that comes to mind might be someone doubled over, clutching their chest. But what if we told you the signs in women can be drastically different? Unfortunately, the medical system has yet to catch up women are twice as likely to die from their heart attack than their male counterparts. Here's why, plus the signs that could save your life.

Your heart tirelessly pumps blood throughout your body, providing essential oxygen and nutrients to every cell. It's no wonder that when your heart begins to falter, the impact on your health can be profound – while many find themselves asymptomatic, there are a few early warning signs to get to the doctor stat.

How many of your organs can you say you've got two of? Yeah, it's a good thing we've got a double on the kidney front, but that doesn't mean they're invincible. Au contraire – these hard-working toxin-fighters need all the help they can get to keep your body in peak condition. Feed them these tasty foods to keep yourself healthy. 

Not even celebrities are exempt from dismissive doctors when it comes to investigating alarming symptoms – former E! host and actress Maria Menounos is just one of the latest forced to self-advocate just to get a diagnosis. Here’s what she wants people to know about pancreatic cancer, from the red flags to navigating the medical system.

When it comes to nutrition, we often hear about the benefits of colourful fruits and vegetables, but what about the unsung heroes of the culinary world—black foods? Let's delve into what makes them so good for you.