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What is doomscrolling? What psychologists need you to know
Mental Health, Science/Technology

What is doomscrolling? What psychologists need you to know

If reading bad news gives you a rush, you may be doomscrolling. Psychologists explain why people do it and how bad it can be.
28 foods that may help prevent cancer
Cancer

28 foods that may help prevent cancer

Add some of these healthy foods to your diet to help prevent cancer and keep other diseases at bay.
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Mental Health

13 silent signs of anxiety in children

Health experts reveal the subtle signs of anxiety in children. Learn how to read their behaviours to better understand what's going on in those little minds.
When you need to unwind, 10 healthy alternatives to booze
HealthSmart, Mental Health

When you need to unwind, here are 10 healthy alternatives to booze

Booze is not the only way to relieve that pandemic stress. We give you no-alcohol alternatives – and some can even give you a buzz!
18 everyday things that could trigger anxiety
Mental Health

18 everyday things that could trigger anxiety

If you're late for an appointment or about to meet your new boss, it's clear why you're anxious. But if you feel nervous, worried, and even panicked for no reason, these surprising everyday [...]
13 medical reasons you’re tired all the time
HealthSmart, Sleep

13 medical reasons you’re tired all the time

You might think it’s an insanely busy schedule, but the real reason you’re exhausted could be one of these health problems.
12 breathing exercises to help you relax in minutes
HealthSmart, Mental Health

12 breathing exercises to help you relax in minutes

If you’re feeling stressed or overwhelmed, take some time out of your day to do these simple breathing exercises. They’ll help you feel relaxed and refreshed.
11 foods that make anxiety worse
Mental Health

11 foods that make anxiety worse

Did you know what you eat can contribute to anxiety? These are the foods you'll want to avoid – they may be making you anxious.
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10 herbs that can help ease stress
Mental Health, Tips/Advice

10 herbs that can help ease stress

Stress presses in from all sides, but you can help manage it by exploring the world of natural herbal remedies.
10 short rituals you can do every day to boost your mental health
Mental Health

10 short rituals you can do every day to boost your mental health

It could take just seconds to start feeling calmer, happier, and healthier. Here's what to do to boost your mental health
8 silent signs stress is making you sick
Culture, HealthSmart, Mental Health

8 silent signs stress is making you sick

Australians are more stressed than ever. According to a stress and wellbeing survey conducted by the Australian Psychological Society, (APS) more than a quarter of Aussies are stressed and [...]
dark chocolate helps you de-stress
Diet & Weight Loss, HealthSmart, Mental Health

11 best foods to help reduce stress

Stress is sometimes unavoidable, but research suggests that certain nutrients, such as complex carbohydrates, proteins, vitamin C, vitamin B, magnesium and selenium, may reduce the stress hormone [...]
10 signs your upper back pain is serious
Back

10 signs your upper back pain is serious

We all suffer from backaches from time to time but sometimes they indicate serious health concerns.
13 thyroid facts everyone should know
Thyroid

13 thyroid facts everyone should know

This little gland plays a huge part in controlling our heart rate, respiration, major organs and metabolism. Here's what the thyroid experts want us to know.
12 silent signs your lungs could be in trouble
Conditions, Smoking/Lung Cancer

12 silent signs your lungs could be in trouble

Here’s what you need to know about the sometimes unexpected symptoms of lung disease.
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