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WHAT ARE YOU WILLING TO CHANGE? We all know the definition of stupidity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting a different result!  Why is it then...

When the temperature plummets its tempting to curl up in a foetal position and hibernate until the seasons change, but did you know winter is the perfect time for recharging?...

Has another winter gone by where you swore you would get in shape in time for summer? Well, the winter solstice has been and gone and Spring is just around...

TALK TO YOUR PARTNER ABOUT MENOPAUSE You talk amongst your friends and relatives about your personal medical issues but become shy about having those same discussions with your partner. We...

In a world where many things seem out of our control, there is a lot to be said for keeping our stress under control because of the impact it can...

Bladder control problems are a common issue for many women during menopause, often resulting from hormonal changes, specifically the decline in estrogen. This can lead to weakened pelvic muscles, making...

20 Signs Perimenopause Symptoms Perimenopause marks the gradual transition from reproductive to non-reproductive years in a woman's life. While it typically begins in the mid-40s, some women may experience it earlier...

‘Why don’t I know that?’ is a common reaction from women when we begin to share information about health conditions and preventative health strategies. Of course, we can’t possibly know...

Did you just have one of those days when you looked in the mirror and thought you saw a different face staring back at you? Most menopausal women will nod...

Pap Smears Q & A Did you know that on 1 December 2017, the Australia government changed the cervical screening program and replaced it with the new Cervical Screening Test...

Menopause and Bladder Issues A common and embarrassing issue many women experience during menopause is that it may become more difficult to control your bladder. Here are the 10 common...

Compared to men, twice as many women suffer from depression, with perimenopause the tipping point between your usual smiley, happy self, becoming a moody, sad individual. And typically, you know...

Gwyneth Paltrow certainly knows how to raise eyebrows and is well known for her sometimes-controversial opinions on women’s health, but credit must go to her for starting conversations many celebrities...

Comedian Dawn French has spoken about the importance of remaining resilient in the face of challenging menopause symptoms. "You can't pretend it's not happening, accept it and if you need...

1. Located at the base of your neck, the thyroid gland is a butterfly shape, about 4cm long, with two fibrous lobes either side of the trachea that store thyroid...

Have you gone 12 consecutive months without your period? Then you are officially experiencing menopause – that natural part of aging associated with the diminished functioning of your ovaries, resulting...

Losing your libido can be a point of contention and understandably some anxiety for many couples. The decrease in sex hormones such as estrogen and testosterone can change a woman’s...

Lack of energy, fatigue and low mood is a state of being that many women just put up with. It seems that we are always out of gas and running...

If people truly understood the power of sleep and its ability to affect all aspects of your life and health, then maybe more people would sit up and take notice....

Ask any woman of middle age, and I guarantee she will recall a time when she thought she was losing her mind! Do you find yourself using words like ‘thingamejiggy’...

There are many reasons women need to take notice of what they eat because there are several risk factors that make women more vulnerable to disease than men. The Woman's...

Let’s talk about the belly bulge, love handles, hippo hips and wobbly bits that have made their home where my once reasonably taut abs used to be.  How the hell...

There is a secret sign language that ladies recognise in each other, accompanied by a sympathetic nod, anytime we see a fellow menopausal woman fanning herself to relieve the rising...

Humanity as a collective may like to believe they are compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant, but when we look at how society is quick to judge anyone who may show signs...

This guide outlines ten key habits that can help improve well-being, from making better nutritional choices to managing stress and cultivating meaningful social connections.

Many years ago, I attended a class where the trainer quite proudly bellowed that his goal was to push people so hard that they literally threw up. Needless to say,...

Covid has been one of the greatest wake-up calls of all time! It has exposed our personal weaknesses and just maybe given us the motivation to do something about our...

One of the best things about summer is the abundance of fruit and how easy it is to incorporate more of them into our daily diets.  Fruits are an excellent...

The best meals are quick meals. No one likes to spend hours slaving over the stove and this recipe is sure to satisfy those short on time as well as...

Your immune system is a glorious feat of engineering spread throughout the human body. A healthy immune system is essential for survival. The key players are the white blood cells....

Statistics are telling us that more middle-aged women are living alone, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look after yourself. Nourishing your mind and body begins with what you put...

There is a secret sign language that ladies recognise in each other, accompanied by a sympathetic nod, anytime we see a fellow menopausal woman fanning herself to relieve the rising...

There is no definitive moment when menopause occurs other than the cessation of your menstrual cycle, but as many of us know, the symptoms can creep up on us much...

Quercetin is a very interesting substance made by a large number of plants, and notably by fruits, vegetables and herbs. It is one of a class of compounds termed Flavonoids....

Humanity as a collective may like to believe they are compassionate, empathetic, and tolerant, but when we look at how society is quick to judge anyone who may show signs...

2021 will go down in history as one of the most challenging years we have ever faced, and most of us will be quite happy to see the back of...

Ageing and menopause can have a really profound effect on our metabolism. Everything just starts to slow down a little and the first sign is usually a few extra kilos...

The endometrium is the inner lining of the uterus and every month the tissues thicken in preparation for pregnancy. If no conception takes place, then the endometrium sheds the linings...

A common question that many people ask is ‘why take supplements, do they even work and am I wasting my money?  All good questions that begin with explaining the difference...

The elusive elixir of youth may be closer than you think with the emergence of research on NAD. Short for Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, this little magic ingredient might be something...

Smoothies are one of the very best ways to pack nutrients into your day! There are endless combinations and flavours for you to experiment with. Begin with your base: Coconut...

It seems like only yesterday I was packing the kids lunches for school.  Remember those crazy days and busy mornings when we understood the true meaning of ‘multi tasking’? But...

This is a super tasty and simple pancake recipe without the bloat or guilt!Eggs provide great protein content and bananas are packed with essential vitamins, fibre and energy to keep...

One of the most common complaints from women is about bloating. Some women swear they bloat from just looking at food and it can set off a trigger of negativity...

This is the most fabulous recipe loved by young and old alike. Not only is it good for you, packed with protein, complex carbs, resistant starch and calcium, it’s super...

As woman, we experience a diverse range of stages throughout our life. Each of these stages is highlighted by significant events and bodily changes. Scientifically these stages are categorised by...

When you think of neck and back pain, is it the chiropractor that springs to your mind? The term chiropractic was taken from two Greek words. Cheir meaning ‘hand’ and...

And here we are, part three of our three-part article series where we're discussing a topic many people may consider taboo; menopause and sex! Both menopause and sex are becoming...