Reducing Blood Pressure Naturally
In 2014–15, almost one-quarter (23%) of Australian adults over 18 years had high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. It’s more common in men than women and increases with age. Almost half of those over 75 years have high blood pressure. It usually has no...
Could you have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine (hormonal) disorder affecting women. In fact 12–21% of women of child-bearing age have PCOS, yet many don’t know it. PCOS can cause infertility and increase the risk of developing diabetes and heart...
Myths & Facts about your Fluid Intake
Water is essential for life. It makes up 50–80% of our body weight and dehydration as little as 2% loss of body weight can affect our health and performance. But there are many myths and misconceptions when it comes to meeting our fluid needs. Everyone needs to...
What are the symptoms of prostate cancer?
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in Australian men, with more than 19,000 men diagnosed each year. The risk increases with age and is higher in men with a first degree relative with prostate cancer, particularly if the relative was diagnosed before the age of...