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For the first time a gene has been identified that has a link to optimism.

Shelley Pryor, organic gardener at Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat, demonstrates that maintaining a green and healthy lifestyle is a matter of growth.

Musician’s hearing is affected by their chosen hobby but not in the way you might think.

There is a new storm howling through the ranks of doctors who still tremble at the thought of prescribing hormones to resist the relentless march of ageing.

White flesh fruits may be as healthy as their more colourful cousins.

Coffee drinking in midlife decreases the risk of Alzheimer’s disease later in life.

Serene backwaters, Ayurveda at every turn, a palpable spice trading and regal heritage.

Spraying chilli up your nose may clear sinus congestion.

Health treatments from around the world you may like to try

The growing inspiration inside Conscious Eating by Gabrielle Cousens.

The TGA has floated putting “untested” on the label of all complementary medicines.