Simply put, tonsillitis is the inflammation of the tonsils which consist of a pair of lymph nodes situated at the back of your throat, one on each side. Working to prevent microbes from entering your body, the tonsils are not impervious to getting infected from time to time. Anyone can get tonsillitis, although it is...
What is Breast Cancer? Breast Cancer; you may be familiar with the words, but do you actually know what it is? Well, all tissues in our body are made from cells, including the breasts. Cancer starts in the cells which make up the tissues. In normal circumstances cells grow and divide as our body requires...
If you think bacteria are synonymous with “germs,” think again. Probiotics, or the live “good” bacteria that hang out in your gut, are the buzziest new word on the block. But what exactly are probiotics, anyway? While it’s true that certain types of microorganisms can wreak havoc on your immune system, probiotics can actually help...
Feed your family this super easy and healthy fish pie. With fluffy mashed sweet potato on top, everyone will be clamouring for more! Image credit: Guy Bailey 0:20 Prep | 0:40 Cook | 4 Servings | Capable cooks INGREDIENTS 700g sweet potato, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/3 cup milk 2 leeks, well washed, thinly...
Bloating, gassiness and abdominal discomfort aren’t limited to the occasional feast. In some cases, bloating can become severe enough that it causes distention or a perceptible swelling of the abdomen. Bloating and gas are usually tied to what and how you eat, so a few simple changes may help. Keep Bloating at Bay Here are...
We all have some bad habits, but some of these bad habits can harm your brain. Not Sleeping Enough Skimping on sleep is one of those bad habits. Those who do not get enough Zzzs are more likely to get dementia and Alzheimer’s compared to those who get adequate sleep. Lack of sleep in older...
Leg cramps are common, but getting rid of them can be tricky. If painful leg cramps wake you up in the middle of the night, you’re not alone—far from it. Up to 60 percent of adults say they’ve experienced leg cramps at night, according to a 2012 study in American Family Physician. These ill-timed charley horses usually affect...
Signs of pancreatic cancer are hard to spot, and early detection is key to survival. Chances are, you rarely give much thought to your pancreas, a glandular organ that helps your body digest food and convert it into energy. Located behind your stomach, the pancreas produces insulin and regulates your body’s hormones that maintain glucose...
When we hear “diabetes,” we tend to think of problems with producing insulin and regulating blood sugar. And that’s definitely a key part of this chronic disease, which affects an estimated 1.2 million Australians. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. “Diabetes is like termites, in that it causes slow, hidden, but significant damage in the...
Feeling tired all the time? Well, you’re far from alone. Around 1.5 million Australians see their doctor about fatigue. And between work or school, family or friends, and all the other commitments we’re juggling, it’s easy to blame a busy lifestyle on constant fatigue. But if you’re always asking yourself, “Why am I so tired?” don’t blow it...
Men’s Health Week in 2025 will be celebrated from June 9th to June 15th,. It’s a week-long event focused on raising...
This year’s theme is Bright Products. Dark intentions. Unmasking the Appeal Appealing flavours, but hidden dangers. Shameless manipulation of...
Immunisation for All is Humanly Possible Vaccines are one of humanity’s greatest achievements. Over the last 50 years, essential vaccines...