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What's That Rash?
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What is ultra-processed food?
You might be hearing a lot about ultra-processed foods, or UPFs, and how we should all be avoiding them.
But you might be struggling with figuri...
Body hair removal: healthy or not?
The modification and removal of body hair has been going on for centuries, but our reasons for it have evolved.
Some believe it’s more hygienic...
Ashwagandha: what's the evidence?
Ashwagandha supplements are rising in popularity, but the herb has been used for hundreds of years in Ayurvedic medicine.
The supposed benefits...
How does chronic stress affect the body?
When you're going through a stressful time it can have knock-on effects on your routine.
Sleep, diet, exercise routines can be thrown out of wha...
Why do some people get motion sickness?
Sea sickness, car sickness, space sickness – when it comes down to it, it’s all the same.
But not everybody suffers the same. Some people are ev...
How to drive down your cancer risk
Lately there have been lots of scary headlines about cancer rates rising in younger adults.
What can you do to drive down your cancer risk?
Should you be taking calcium supplements?
Our calcium needs can increase as we age, especially for women going through menopause.
Most Australians aren’t getting enough calcium from thei...
Can tapping calm your nervous system?
There's a scene in the Devil Wears Prada 2 where a character is so stressed she starts "tapping" to calm herself down.
What is this self-soothin...
Is farting a sign your gut microbiome is happy?
Everyone wants a healthy gut, and your microbiome plays a big role in keeping you well.
So how do you know your microbiome is in top shape? Are...
Still coughing — are you still infectious?
Cold season is upon us, so it’s no wonder you’re side-eyeing that person coughing on the bus.
But does a cough mean someone is still infectious?...
Can your joints predict the weather?
Have you heard the phrases, "aches and pain, coming rains" or about "ill health due to evil winds"?
Many people believe they can feel a change...
Should you get a full-body MRI?
It’s good to be on top of your health – but how far would you go to ensure you’re staying healthy?
Ads have popped up for full-body MRIs, promis...
Deep dive on progressive exercise
You might've heard the qualifier that exercise is good for you – but you need to be progressing that exercise over time.
Running further, liftin...
Hantavirus: what we know about the cruise ship outbreak
A cruise ship at the centre of a virus outbreak — sound familiar?
Passengers and crew are beginning to disembark the MV Hondius after several ca...
Why is yawning contagious?
It’s easy to catch a yawn – you might even yawn while you’re reading this.
It’s not just humans that yawn, but all kinds of verterbrates, even f...
Tonsils, appendix, gallbladder: is anything actually useless?
You might know them as "vestigial" organs, but we no longer overlook organs that aren’t vital for life.
While they can be removed, your tonsils,...
Should you be eating more fruit?
Not a fruit lover, but eat plenty of veggies? Ever wondered if skipping that banana might actually matter?
We all know a mix of fruit and vegeta...
Red and other light therapy — can it work?
If you’re into skincare, you’ve probably been advertised light therapy face masks.
These high-tech hockey masks promise to plump up or heal your...
Why are some people right (or left) handed?
What determines whether you’re right or left handed? Is there really such a thing as being ambidextrous?
It’s a surprisingly complicated story,...
Headaches: causes, cures and exercise?!
Headaches are common, but the causes are wide and varied, and some are more serious than others.
Why do we get headaches? What's the difference...
Is a vibration plate worth the cost?
We've all probably wished for a way to achieve our fitness goals without the strain and sweat that can come with exercise.
So what if you could...
Should you add snail slime to your skincare routine?
Snail slime, or snail mucin, has become a popular product in skin care.
Some claim it has anti-ageing properties, but if the early research shak...
Could headphones be damaging our ears?
Walking down the street, most people you pass will be wearing headphones or ear buds. Chances are you are too!
But is this trend of noise-cancel...
Vitamin C: can it cure colds and cancer?
Many people believe that taking vitamin C supplements helps their immune system fight off colds.
But there are even bigger claims attached to th...
Can peptides keep you young and buff?
Unless you're in certain corners of the internet, you won't be aware of the peptide craze promising to grow your muscles and slow ageing.
That's...
Can flossing benefit more than your teeth?
Your dentist might be nagging you to floss to avoid cavities, but does flossing have more to given than pearly whites?
Interdental cleaning has...
Doing nothing: the benefits of boredom
With endless entertainment at your fingertips on your phone, how often do you really sit and do absolutely nothing?
It turns out that even when...
Should we all be taking fish oil?
How many times a week are you eating fish? What about oily fish, like salmon and tuna?
Our dietary guidelines recommend the regular consumption...
Should you wait to swim after eating?
It’s so common to tell kids to wait an hour after eating to swim that many of us never question it.
But what are the actual consequences of jump...
Is retirement bad for you?
Last year Norman made the shocking statement that people shouldn’t retire because it’ll be bad for their brains.
After an influx of requests, we...
Diet vs exercise: which is more important?
A few weeks into the new year you might be reassessing your resolutions and wondering where to put your energy.
Is it possible to choose betwee...
Why you don't need to avoid seed oils
It can be hard to keep up with food fads and diet trends (and spoiler: you don’t need to).
But an intriguing assumption that has gained traction...
Should you opt for aluminium-free deodorant?
We haven’t always suppressed our sweat or our natural body odour, but in many cultures now it’s expected we’ll all try to smell our best.
You mi...
Why do some people pee more often?
Do you find yourself complaining that you've got a small bladder, as you run to the toilet for the third time in an hour?
There are many reasons...
Sunscreen spectacular: UV protection, SPF drama, endocrine disruptors
There have been many discussions this year about sunscreen, its effectiveness and its ingredients.
While there are some unknowns, what we’re sur...
Do the benefits of creatine go beyond the gym?
Creatine is getting a lot of hype lately, at least according to our listeners.
It’s being pushed for everything from menopause to dementia for i...
Why do we dream?
Whether or not we remember our dreams, we all have them. But the answer to why we dream is complicated.
There's a lot going on in our brains dur...
Best time of day to exercise?
When you’ve got a busy schedule, it’s important to just exercise when you can. But if you have the luxury of choice, is there an optimal one?
Yo...
Should you aim for an alkaline lifestyle?
Humans are slightly alkaline – your blood should be a pH between 7.35 to 7.45. Anything outside that range can be life-threatening.
So why are y...
Anything wrong with falling asleep in front of the TV?
You’re settling into the couch after a long day, ready to relax with your favourite show … next thing you know, you’re asleep.
What is it about...