PCOS: The Evidence-based Guidelines
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a widespread condition affecting around 1 in 8 women in Australia and 140 million women worldwide. Despite this commonality, PCOS has a confusing name. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome does not involve cysts and is not a primary...
The Benefits of Strength Training
We often associate weight training with bulging biceps and grunting in the gym. But the problem is that muscle mass dwindles with inactivity. If we don’t use it, we lose it. Perhaps it’s no surprise that weights/going to the gym is Australia’s second most popular...
Lifestyle Habits for Reducing Cancer Risk
The word itself can drive fear. But understanding what cancer is is the first step to fighting back. Cancer occurs when normal cells develop mutations, leading to uncontrolled growth and the ability to invade surrounding tissues. Often, mutant cells can be harmless...
Is Sitting the New Smoking?
It sounds like a ridiculous question, but consider this. According to the Department of Health, nearly 70 percent of Australians are either sedentary (physically inactive) or not exercising enough. This includes 2 out of 3 children and more than half of all adults. ...