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Social media is exposing teenagers to hundreds of junk food ads every week
Social media’s harmful impact on the mental health of children and teenagers is well documented. Now, new research suggests that…
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Oprah was the face of Weight Watchers. Her exit foreshadowed the brand’s bankruptcy
It was an emphatic and often-memed commercial. Queen of the daytime talk show, Oprah Winfrey can’t hide her excitement. “I…
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10 Everyday Habits That Are Harming Your Longevity The Most
Living a long, healthy life is a popular goal, but it’s not easy to achieve. It’s common for folks to…
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Australia’s junk food problem is set to get worse. How do we fix it?
A new study has found in five years’ time Australians are likely to be eating more junk food and less…
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How the human body runs when you fast
Fasting has been practised across civilisations, throughout history, and in various religions and cultures. Millions of Muslims across the world…
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Extreme diets can make us feel good, but they may not be good for us
Extreme diets have long been a part of diet culture as quick-fix weight-loss solutions. When I was growing up, these…
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Half of Australia’s kids forecast to be overweight or obese by 2050: study
As obesity rates are set to soar globally, half of children and young people in Australia are forecast to be…
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Does apple cider vinegar have any health benefits, or is it just hype?
A favourite of wellness influencers and alternative health proponents, apple cider vinegar is back in the zeitgeist after a new…
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Is ice cream good for you? Here’s why some studies say it is
Maryrose is a 47-year-old mother of two from California. She’s fit and healthy — she gets regular checks at the…
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‘Accept the farts’: Why scientists say extra gas might not be a bad thing
Passing wind might be considered taboo — and might even elicit a giggle — but there’s a serious side to…
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