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Chickpea & sweet potato cakes

With avocado salsa

Looking for healthy detox recipes? Try these chickpea & sweet potato cakes with avocado salsa. ...

Chargrilled corn and black bean salad

Healthy summer recipes

There is nothing quite like in-season chargrilled corn. A simple ear cooked on a grill pan or barbecue, slathered with butter and seasoned with a squeeze of lime and pinch of salt is a gorgeous way to celebrate summer. ...

Flaxseed oil linked to premature births?

New research comes to light

Listen up if you are pregnant and using flaxseed oil. ...

Diets of the past, present and future

From Pritikin to Paleo, the fad diet has come a long way, but has anyone lost weight? David Goding uncovers the big business of dieting. ...

Bean and vegetable soup

Boost your immune system and ward off infection

This recipe results in a large batch of soup, perfect for stocking your fridge or freezer with leftover portions ...

5 chemicals hiding in your beauty bag

Don't be duped by pretty packaging

Is your beauty bag harbouring hidden chemicals? Scan the ingredients list for these common culprits. ...

How to make your own lip balm

If you're a DIY diehard or simple looking for a new project, this is for you.

Don't let cracked or dry lips stop you from smiling. This extremely nourishing lip balm will give you smooth lips in no time. ...

Natural insect repellent

Try this homemade remedy

Janine McClelland, homeopath and managing director of natural healthcare clinic, The Remedy Group in Melbourne, recommends we try natural options for minor travel ailments rather than always reaching for the pharmaceuticals ...

Can we trust Dr Google?

Is it healthy to be looking online for information about your health? What should you look out for and what are the best sites?

An increasing number of people are looking online before going to a doctor. They’re 'Googling' for information, advice and in some cases replacing a real life doctor’s appointment with an online consultant. ...

Fasting - the restorative effects

Naturopath Sally Mathrick explains the restorative effects of fasting in a fast lifestyle. ...

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