Planting a tree is an act of optimism. With it comes hope that a seed or stick will grow, find the water and food it needs, soak up CO2 from our planet and grow strong and healthy. When you plant a tree, you expect it to cool the land with its shade, provide a home for birds and beetles, offer food for countless creatures and, when it blossoms, offer fruit and seeds for all living things, including humans.

You know by now that a healthy microbiome (the bacteria in your gut) is essential to good health. Everyone knows yoghurt provides good gut bacteria but what if you don’t want to consume animal products or just have problems with dairy? To solve your dilemma, here are some plant-based probiotic — and prebiotic — foods plus some delicious recipes to get them into your diet.

Dr Karen Bridgman shares a case of a woman with severe heel pain which was later diagnosed as plantar fasciitis. Here, she reveals how she remedied the condition.

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Australia is blessed with a plethora of edible native plants. Many of these lesser-known Indigenous delights can be used in your kitchen to create delicious and nutritious meals.

Research has emerged revealing that urbanisation could be the reason why a number of Australian plants are on the brink of extinction. We take a look at what we can we do about it.

Modified house plant can remove benzene and chloroform from indoor air.

A plant-based or vegan diet is associated with better management of diabetes.

Women with silicone breast implants may be at a higher risk of certain rare outcomes compared to the general population.

This Grilled Eggplant with Spiced Tomato and Yoghurt is a very simple dish that works beautifully on its own, as a side or as part of a larger feast.

In this dish, try using flatbread to scoop up these saucy beans; it’s the traditional way to eat them.

A plant-based diet, particularly organic food consumption is better for the environment than an animal based one.