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Researchers say sedentary, non-active lifestyles are responsible for a whopping 5.3 million deaths worldwide, and the issue should be treated as a pandemic. The study, which was published in medical journal The Lancet, claims that people in higher income countries are the least active of all. Lead researcher Dr I-Min ...

The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) recently banned several types of sleeping pills after revelations elite athletes were relying heavily on them for extended periods. The AOC has singled out zolpidem, sold under the brand Stilnox, nitrazepam (sold as Mogadon) and flunitrazepam (Rohypnol) for its black list. In extreme cases, our ...

Lymphoedema sufferers live with constantly swollen, painful limbs. Nicola Conville meets four people fighting back. Four inspiring people tell how they overcome their debilitating disease to live fulfilling lives. “I box, run and swim … my body doesn’t hold me back” Ellie McMillan, 24. “I have primary [inherited] lymphoedema. The ...

It is the first milk produced by all mammals after giving birth – and now questions are being asked about whether the cow version of colostrum is a super-supplement for athletes, an effective immune-booster for the wider community or just overpriced protein powder. Colostrum is rich in antibodies and proteins ...

Why not try a one-week cleanse? Perhaps you’ll lose a little weight, you’ll definitely feel chirpier and you’ll even feel fitter. Start with soup Dive into your detox with a two-day soup fast. Make a large batch of vegetable and legume soup, with extra cabbage and a dash of miso ...

Taking a waistline measurement has become the recommended way for an individual to gain a snapshot of their health, particularly their risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. “It’s simple to do and simple to understand,” says Professor Ian Olver from Cancer Council ...

By Richard Ashmore and Sophia Phan “Mr Gibbs keeps our daughter alive” Like most little girls her age, Alida Knobloch loves to ride her bike and play in the garden. However, the only way she can do this is to carry an oxygen tank with her at all times, due ...

Our world is rapidly becoming devoid of human touch. With scattered families, online shopping, ATMs, Facebook and instant messaging, these days there’s a whole lot less opportunity to reach out and touch someone. But researchers have shown the power of human touch can help babies stay healthier and sleep better. ...

You could be forgiven for thinking that probiotics, or “good” bacteria found in our digestive system as well as in foods and supplements, hold the answer to all our health problems. They are available in a variety of forms, from yoghurts and fermented drinks to powders and capsules, and the ...

Consider the following group of candidates who are still rocking out at an age when many people have been retired for years: Mick Jagger (69), Keith Richards (68), Rod Stewart (67), Iggy Pop (65) and Bob Dylan (71). While certain elements of their lifestyles leave a lot to be desired ...