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Chess is sometimes said to have been in existence for around 1500 years, but this could be an exaggeration. In fact, games like chess but also played with dice have existed in places such as India, China, Pakistan and Russia for about that long, and

There is a mathematical unity to life, and some numbers have a magic or a resonance to them. One of those numbers is a billion, and part of its magic is that every mammal gets about one billion heartbeats in a lifetime. Giant turtles, elephants and b

Shrews are unimposing little critters, with emphasis on the “little”. They have dense velvety fur, a long pointed nose, tiny eyes and small ears, and have a head and body length of between 4 and 8 centimetres, with a 2–4 cm tail added for effect. Shr

I like to put on my favourite music and have a dance while I prepare a meal. Laughing a lot, being silly and not taking life too seriously. @divinefeminine.au Dancing with my dear daughter. @pamperology.au Dancing in the sunshine with my son and peek

You know that what you eat you are, and that extends to your sleep as well. In a new study, subjects were divided into two groups, one being given a healthier diet and the other an unhealthy diet. The diets contained the same number of kilojoules. Th

Researchers surveyed more than 11,000 workers and found there are five “types” of workday. The day types were: • Toxic: Low in stimulation, freedom and support but high in obstacles such as time pressure and conservative attitudes.• Disengaged: Low i

The World Health Organization estimates that around 6.7 million deaths per year result from poor indoor air quality. Offices and apartment buildings often connect directly to parking garages, either via doorways or lift shafts, allowing harmful petro

According to the Australian Organic Market Report for 2021, the Australian organic food industry is blooming. As a whole, the organic food industry in this country is estimated to be worth $2.3 billion annually and has seen an annual growth rate of 1

How do you start your day? For the past 31 years in the same way — bringing my wife a cup of tea in bed every single day. Tell us, what does ambition look and feel like for you? Completely different to what it looked and felt like before the events I

Resonance. You’ve probably heard the buzzword in relation to quantum physics or quasi-spiritual ideas. A newish paradigm for understanding our relationship with the world, what’s key to know: resonance, whether we’re aware of it or not, plays a leadi

“I’m an empath,” proclaimed Dave at a dinner party. “I can’t stand bright lights, loud music, strong smells …” However, when another guest teared up at their parent’s demise, Dave didn’t bat an eyelid. He continued to tuck into his meal, criticising

Plant-based diets are becoming increasingly popular due to their many health benefits and positive environmental impact. One important aspect of a plant-based diet is the inclusion of good-quality plant proteins, which can be found in a variety of fo

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Grief can cause physical sensations such as a tight chest, aches and pains and headaches, driving sufferers to turn to treatments like counselling, support groups, self-care and medication to help navigate the rollercoaster of emotions. According to

The saying that “you are what you eat” is true when it comes to your overall level of health and vitality. When you are fuelling your body well, this will in turn support all the different aspects of your wellbeing, including sexual health. Going eve

Welcome to another instalment of WellBeingTV. In this issue, you’ll hear from Sensei Sheryn Gung, a natural health practitioner, martial artist, writer and presenter. Her experience spans over two decades in the healing arts and three decades in the

Sensei Sheryn Gung is a natural health practitioner, martial artist, writer and presenter. Her experience spans over two decades in the healing arts and three decades in the martial arts. She has studied with some of the world’s most renowned masters

Family means something different to everyone. Yet during both good times and bad, they are the ones that are by your side, through grief, joy, loneliness and celebration, and you play the same role for them. Family often has nothing to do with blood

Impotence, or erectile dysfunction (ED) is the persistent inability for a man to sustain an erection long enough for satisfying sexual intercourse. Some men who suffer from ED are able to achieve an erection but are not able to maintain one, while ot

Cheers, it’s finally wine o’clock, thinks single mum Katarina as she tucks her son into bed with his favourite story, then reaches for the prosecco bottle to get her through the lonely night ahead. During the global pandemic, working mum Dianne joked

No longer do we have an uncle who owns a farm, a neighbour with chickens or an overflowing veggie patch in the garden. The good news is that there are still plenty of things we can do to get our hands on certified organic food. Buying certified organ

Coles is proud to be awarded Australian Organic Retailer of the Year for 2022. Our Coles Organic brand supports certified organic, with our entire range 100% certified. Discover a wide range of delicious Coles Organic products in store. W: coles.com.

The framework of today’s growth-based economic system was established with the formation of the Bank of England in the late 17th century as the world’s first central bank. An agreement was made between the bankers and King William III, allowing the b

When was the last time you sang like nobody was listening? There’s a science behind the feel-good factor of singing; it isn’t just a placebo. Studies show that singing releases endorphins, your “happy” chemicals, and lowers levels of your stress horm

Zarah Adaniel always felt in tune with nature and the human body, but her cultural background propelled her into a career in banking and finance. Later, realising the profession involved long hours for little joy, Zarah decided to change her path. “A

Since 2000, SFI Health has been passionate about making natural medicines more accessible for Australians who are seeking different ways to support their health. Why are natural medicines important and what should people look for? Complementary medic

I have always believed that the name of an illness or condition is not always the most important feature. I believe the important feature is the interconnectedness of our mind and thoughts, our physical body, our emotions and feelings and our spirit

When I started working as the Relationship Coordinator for the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society (ATMS), I was tasked with helping students find their feet and learn about their industry. I am a naturopath and have been a member of ATMS for alm

Practical experience is a hallmark of Torrens University Australia’s innovative educational philosophy, which puts the critical issues of your future profession front and centre. By grounding its studies in industry, it bridges the gap between study

Are you thinking of changing careers? Eager to explore something new but not sure where to start? Start now. This is your sign - now is the time. Why wait any longer? Study encourages personal growth, sparks intellectual curiosity and can enriches yo

Have you ever got into your car and driven off and wondered why it felt a bit sluggish? Then you realised the handbrake was still on. Often our movement patterns — sitting at the computer, driving, carrying things, reacting to pain or recovering afte

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Tell us, what is it that you admire? Maybe it’s golden hour — that magical time just after the sun sets — that shines light beams across the sky, leaving you to feel alive. Perhaps an early morning ocean swim fills your heart with appreciation for Mo

What’s the best gift you ever received? And more importantly, how did it make you feel? Gift giving is something we do at times of festivity or celebration — it’s a sign of appreciation, love and connection. But showing someone that you care needn’t

Gaze up at the sky on a regular basis: you’ll likely glimpse them every once in a while. Long, wispy cloud-like lines that span the horizon. Captured across Earth in scores of videos and photos, the white trails, too straight to be natural and increa

Rugged granite peaks slide gently into the sea, surrendering to the waves tiny crystalline grains of quartz that shimmer and shine as the tide rolls in. A heady seascape of turquoise, teal and baby-eye blue, this far western coastline is so utterly b

There’s nothing better than a delicious meal slow cooking in the kitchen, filling the home with aromas and leaving your mouth watering. Bored of Lunch: The Healthy Slow Cooker Book by Nathan Anthony features 80 easy, healthy and delicious slow cooker

Find peace, tranquillity and mindfulness in these inspiring WellBeing diaries throughout 2024. Insightful messages about acceptance, love, happiness and being at one with the universe will help you navigate your way calmly and thoughtfully through ea

Introducing Weleda’s Skin Food Face Care range. Harnessing Skin Food’s naturally nourishing botanicals, supercharged with antioxidant-rich centella asiatica, olive leaf extract, sacha inchi oil and olive squalane, this range has been specifically for

Three thousand years ago, humans divided living creatures into plants and animals. Then Greek philosopher Aristotle came along and further divided animals into those with and without blood, and those that lived on land, sea or air. That seemed to sat

In the high valleys of the Chilean Andes there lives an Amerindian society called the Aymara. The Aymara word for “past” is “nayra”, which literally translates as “eye”, “sight” or “front”. Correspondingly, the Aymara word for future is “q’ipa” meani

The vagus nerve is the 10th of the 12 cranial nerves, and the longest. It’s technically a pair of vagus nerves, stretching from the lower part of the brain stem (medulla oblongata) and travelling down both sides of the neck, all the way to the colon.

In today’s society, it seems like there’s a new diet trend popping up every other week. From veganism to low-carbohydrate, juice cleanses and intermittent fasting, people are constantly searching for the “perfect” way to eat in order to achieve their

“Colour is a power which directly influences the soul,” said 19th-century artist Wassily Kandinsky. He wasn’t wrong: colour has the power to influence our mood, it can change the energy of a room, an outfit, a sky. Warm oranges and yellows can uplift