How to Get over Those Post-Holiday Blues01 February 2019When you get back from holidays almost instantly they seem like a distant memory and you’re back into your everyday life and post-holiday blues set in. We chatted with mental health expert Dr. Happy, about his top tips for overcoming post-holiday blues while also creating more happiness and a better life.Category:Mental HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Anti-Ageing Foods 31 January 2019Can what we eat slow the ageing of our brain, skin and joints? HIF nutrition guru Rosie Mansfield shares some simple daily changes you can make to use food as medicine.Category:NutritionRead MoreWrite a Comment
Tips for Your Cholesterol24 January 2019We all want to be heart-healthy and ensuring healthy levels of cholesterol is the first step. According to heart and lung surgeon, Dr. Nikki Stamp, “Cholesterol isn’t exactly a bad guy, in fact, it’s a vital substance in our bodies. It’s a small fatty molecule that is absolutely essential for life. It acts as a precursor to a number of hormones and forms the walls of the cells in our body. High cholesterol however, has been shown to be strongly associated with heart disease, strokes and peripheral vascular disease. Therefore, what we want to do is to keep them in safe levels.” In her latest article for HIF, Nikki shares her expert advice on the lifestyle changes you can do to help keep your blood fats in the best shape.Category:General MedicalRead MoreWrite a Comment
15-Minute Thai Basil Pork Stir-Fry (Pad Ga Prao)23 January 2019Hands up who needs some dinner inspiration? This delicious and simple Thai street food recipe ticks all the boxes. HIF foodie, Helen from Scrummy Lane shares her take on this classic dish that only takes 15 minutes to make. Enjoy!Category:RecipesRead MoreWrite a Comment
The Role of Music in the Workplace – Can It Boost Productivity?21 January 2019Does music boost productivity in the workplace? Well, the simple answer is yes. Psychologist and mental health expert, Dr. Happy explains “listening to music can increase the speed with which people complete tasks; and improve the quality of ideas people have.” In his latest article for HIF, Dr. Happy shares the benefits that music can have at work, while remembering that one person’s Mozart is another person’s Justin Bieber!Category:Mental HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Female Fertility and Factors That Affect It17 January 2019Did you know in Australia, one in six couples have infertility problems? Planning and trying for a baby can be an exciting but also stressful time in someone’s life. With this in mind, we chatted to HIF blogger and medical professional Dr Nikki Stamp who discusses female fertility and the number of lifestyle factors that can affect it. Category:Emergency Care, Maternity CareRead MoreWrite a Comment
Organic Food - Is it Actually Better for You?What are you getting for the premium you pay for organic food? We’ll uncover if it’s hype or if there are real benefits.Category:Healthy LifestyleRead MoreWrite a Comment
Top 20 Dogs Names for 201811 January 2019We’ve put together the most popular names for our furry friends in 2018. Does your pooches’ name make the list?Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Organic Explained10 January 2019Have you ever wondered what organic really means? Simply stated by nutrition guru Rosie, “It’s fresh produce that hasn’t been treated with substances to extend its shelf life or increase its growth that could possibly be toxic for human consumption. The chemicals can be absorbed into the plant through its roots and leaves and then into us!” In her latest article for HIF, Rosie explains the importance of organic food, debunks the common myths and provides her top tips to the organic items you should prioritise.Category:NutritionRead MoreWrite a Comment
Top 20 Baby Names for 201809 January 2019Are you looking for baby name inspiration or wondering what’s trending? Here are the top 20 baby names in Australia for 2018. Category:Maternity CareRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Effectively Keep Running Through a Hot Summer08 January 2019Are you ready kickstart 2019 by dusting off your running shoes and hitting the pavement? If you’ve answered yes, good for you! It’s important to remember though, that hot summer weather does comes with its challenges for runners, so we caught up with HIF physio guru, Em Batger to hear her expert tips on effective running when the temperatures spike.Category:PhysiotherapyRead MoreWrite a Comment
Preparing Your Animal for Flying04 January 2019Flying with your pet can be a stressful experience. Not only because of the rules, regulations and requirements, but also because us pet lovers know that flying can be hard on our fur babies. With this in mind, we caught up with Animal Behaviourist Laura V, who shares her top tips how to ensure the experience is as positive and comfortable as possible for your furry friend.Category:Pet Health, Behaviour and TrainingRead MoreWrite a Comment