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Silent retreats

Could you resist the urge to talk in a 10-day silent Vipassana meditation retreat?

Is true happiness to be found in a 10-day silent Vipassana meditation retreat? Jade de Souza finds out ...

Quinoa, almond and ricotta balls with zucchini pasta

A different way to do pasta

Looking for low-carb recipes? We love these quinoa balls with zucchini ribbons. ...

6 ways to achieve your goals

The path to success!

Lisa O'Neill shares her top tips. ...

The nutritional benefits of dragon fruit

You'd be surprised at how many nutrients lie in the humble dragon fruit. ...

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A new superfood to add to your list.

This protein-packed gluten-free bean is being billed as the next big superfood. Here, Sally O'Neil shares the benefits. ...

Healthy homemade hummus

Say no to store bought preservative filled hummus - make it at home instead!

Impress your friends at your next get-together with this delicious homemade hummus. Serve it with toasted breads and chopped crunchy vegetables like celery sticks, capsicum and carrots ...

How to stay healthy at any size

If experts agree on anything, fitness is key and kgs on the scales are less important than body fat around the tummy.

The prevalence of overweight and obesity in Australia is increasing. Recent studies estimate that more than half of all Australian women (52 per cent) and two-thirds of men (67 per cent) are overweight or obese. That is, almost 60 per cent of the adult population in Australia is overweight or obese ...

4 mindful exercises to incorporate in your daily routine

Examine your thoughts and find meaning

Research shows that by incorporating mindfulness into our daily routines, we're able to find more value in our lives. Here, psychologist Alison Christie shares four mindful exercises. ...

The A to Z of massage therapies

Liz Nowosad explains different massage techniques with this easy A to Z guide to massage

With over 80 different types of massage, it’s easy to be confused as to which form is best for you. ...

How to get rid of acne

Natural remedies and treatments

One in five Australians suffer from acne, a skin complaint that mostly affects teenagers but can last until the 30s or 40s. The severe outbreak of cysts and pimples are debilitating for many and research shows that acne has been the cause of anxiety and depression in teens. ...

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