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Adele McConnell: A story of self discovery

"I don’t diet. I don’t deprive myself. I enjoy every single moment."

Adele McConnell, the health food advocate, has battled her own body issues as a teenager and throughout her formative years. Now the time has come to share her story, so others can learn to rebuild their self-esteem in just the same way. ...

Spicy carrot, bean and lemon soup

This carrot soup makes for a warming and inexpensive dish that's great to freeze (just omit the coconut cream). ...

5 spices that can do wonders on your skin

Surprising beauty benefits of ginger root, turmeric, cinnamon, clove and black pepper

Add some zing to your natural beauty routines and products by incorporating some of your favourite spices. ...

Why am I spotting between periods?

Janella Purcell answers your questions

I use an IUD as contraception but have found that I always have spotted bleeding every two weeks. What could be the reason for this and should I get it taken out? ...

Love your liver with Dr Sandra Cabot

How to recognise & reverse fatty liver

Fatty liver is a condition that’s becoming an all-too common curse on Australians. Here, Dr Sandra Cabot shares her tips on how to recognise fatty liver and how to reverse it. ...

Stress-busting scents

Relieve stress and unwind with essential oils

Discover the healing powers of perfumed essential oils in aromatherapy for combating stress and anxiety, and supporting concentration. Christina Bulbrook writes. ...

Sweet potato gnocchi with ricotta and fresh herbs

Wheat and gluten-free recipe

Balance your dietary requirements and enjoy great tasting, delicious meals ...

Your own urban escape

There's no harm in a little r 'n' r.

Proving you don’t have to go far from home for a little peace of mind and r’n’r, the team from Wellineux, a Melbourne-based wellness business, offer urban retreats where participants can relax, rejuvenate and reconnect on every level. ...

Health benefits of hemp

Relief for stressed, sun-damaged skin

Cannabis sativa (hemp) oil can be beneficial for laser-treated or peeled, stressed, acne-prone, sun-damaged and ageing skin. ...

8 tips to help you choose the best skin products

Discover what to look out for during your next beauty haul.

Dr Ernest Tan, a spokesperson of the Australasian College of Dermatologists shares top tips to consider when you're shopping for your next lot of beauty products. ...

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