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Women's health
Women's health myths, busted

Women's health myths, busted

We asked our experts, "What’s one women’s health myth you wish more people knew the truth about?" Their answers might surprise you.

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health services
Can a dietitian help with gut health?

Can a dietitian help with gut health?

50% of Australians experience digestive issues and 1 in 7 experience distressing gut symptoms so it’s no wonder many of us are looking to improve gut health as a way to better health.

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gut health
Can lectins impact your gut?
Kate Agnew
Kate Agnew

Can lectins impact your gut?

Sometimes referred to as “anti-nutrients”, lectins have been in the spotlight of late. Much of the attention has been around how they may impact gut health.

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body care
Why dehydration can cause headaches and what to do about it

Why dehydration can cause headaches and what to do about it

Is your headache due to dehydration? Here’s what to look for as well as our top do’s and don’ts.

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health services
Dietitian vs. Nutritionist: What’s the difference?

Dietitian vs. Nutritionist: What’s the difference?

Dietitians and Nutritionists are healthcare professionals that help people with navigating food and improving their diet, with the goal of improving health and wellbeing.

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Women's health
Cancer Screening: How it works & when to have one
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

Cancer Screening: How it works & when to have one

Screening for any disease is a big topic. Cancer screening, specifically, is an important topic. This is because, as of 2024, it is estimated that around two in five people will be diagnosed with cancer by the age of 85. For cancer, an early diagnosis is critical. Screening is a part of early diagnosis, but it's a complex topic. Let’s break it down.

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Women's health
How to be breast aware: Signs to watch for alongside screening
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

How to be breast aware: Signs to watch for alongside screening

Following the screening guidelines, working with your healthcare professional, and being aware of any changes in your breasts are crucial steps in early detection—here’s how.

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Men's health
Testicular Health: How to self-check your balls
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

Testicular Health: How to self-check your balls

Knowing how to check your own testicles and spot the signs can empower you to take charge of your health. Let’s nut out what you need to know to keep your testicular health in check.

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immune health
Top immune myths, busted by experts
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

Top immune myths, busted by experts

In just a few hundred years, we've evolved from using signal fires, letters, and even carrier pigeons to being instantly connected. But while we’re digitally connected, are we meaningfully connected as human beings?

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skin care
What is the effect of the sun on our skin?
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

What is the effect of the sun on our skin?

Throughout the history of humans, we have had a special relationship with the sun. At times in history, we have even worshipped it.

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Women's health
Are ice baths beneficial to women?
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

Are ice baths beneficial to women?

Let's take a look at the evidence-backed benefits, and what it means for women's health.

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Women's health
How to habit stack and become 1% better each day
Dr. Dinesh Palipana
Dr. Dinesh Palipana

How to habit stack and become 1% better each day

To achieve what we want in life, small steps need to be taken consistently. That’s exactly why building good habits matters. But what if there was a smarter, easier way to build them? That’s where habit stacking comes in.

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