Health

Winemaking dates back thousands of years — vines were widely cultivated in ancient Egypt around 3000 BCE. Wine is still one of the most popular beverages throughout the world and is prized for its social and health benefits.

We all feel run-down from time to time, but if your energy levels are frequently on the low side, it may pay to check the level of your cortisol and thyroid hormones. Get these sorted out and you’ll be feeling bouncy again.

The buzz around farmers’ markets is growing louder as household shoppers find there is something enriching about knowing who grew your fruit and vegetables and even your meat.

Various toxins that can thwart efficient function of the brain and entire nervous system. Here’s how to protect your brain and get rid of those toxins.

Boy, do I wish I had been in Daylesford, Victoria this morning. My sore legs could have benefitted from a rub down after last night’s jogging efforts! Earlier today Daylesford, undoubtedly Australia’s spa capital, broke the Guinness World Record for the largest ever simultaneous massage. Check out the image above, don’t you wish you were […]

Lunch is something of a balancing act: you need nutrition for the rest of the day but don’t want to weigh yourself down. Here are some tips and delicious recipes to get the balance right.

With so many exotic styles of massage therapy to choose from, the challenge is finding the right one for you. Here are the facts to make your decision a little easier.

Coffee is the world’s second most traded commodity, only deferring to oil, and is the most traded food. It is a social lubricant but has real impacts on your body. So how should you drink it and how much should you have?

A good detox goes a long way, boosting energy and overall wellbeing. Discover some simple ways to enjoy the luxury and pampering of a quality spa detox in the comfort of your own home!

The thought of acupuncture may make some feel a little squeamish, but the Japanese technique uses incredibly fine needles or, even better, no needles at all.

As you age, it’s likely that your muscle strength will decrease, but specific resistance training exercises can maintain your strength by training your brain.

Salt has acquired a bad reputation over the years, but it’s not all bad. When added to self-prepared meals, salt can bring any summer dish to life and help you feel more satisfied.