The beauty of fasting is the ability to fast is conserved in our DNA. Before we became civilised by inventing foods that are impregnated with fat and sugar, we had to endure long periods of starvation, which elicited the genetic survival mechanisms that made us more resilient and resistant to the development of diseases.

Root vegetables absorb water and nutrients over slower growing periods, making them nutritional powerhouses in winter. Here are a few of our all-time favourites.

The latest in health news from eating eggs to the link between sleep and weight gain.

Shrouded in social discomfort, the perception of menopause is framed by our culture. Understanding menopause better can help you create a more positive, empowered experience.

Feeling sad, stiff or suppressed? Turn on some music, turn off inhibitions and get into your groove.

With our world expanding by 82 million new individuals a year, we need to switch to a more equitable, healthier and sustainable diet for the planet and human health.

The more protein you ingest, especially that which is animal-based, the more you turn on an ageing- and disease-stimulating compound called mTOR.

Arthritis is a common inflammatory condition affecting around 3.6 million Australians that is one of the leading causes of pain and disability in the community. Here, we look at natural and gentle ways to prevent and heal this widespread condition.

Materialism is ingrained in many of us, so what happens when that instinct to consume meets an environmental conscience?

If we have a need to show our best selves to the universe, could this drive be linked to the age-old quest for immortality and actually be doing us more good than harm?

Are tummy troubles affecting your day-to-day life? More than half of the country suffers from some form of stomach discomfort. Microba’s accredited dietician Bianca Maree Harrington shares some simple and affordable ways you can take care of your gut that don’t burn a hole in your pocket!

There’s something quite liberating about packing your bags, jumping on a plane and arriving in a new country. As it seems, travel can also serve as a way to be more body positive as it helps you love and accept your body — just the way it is.