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Simplifying is the key to amplifying. Do less to achieve more. If you’re looking at your circus, counting your monkeys and thinking there’s absolutely no way to axe anything, read on. Research is giving us a greater understanding of our human experience, and one thing that we now know is that laziness is so much […]

Itchy ears (Otitis externa, OE) are common in dogs, affecting up to one in seven veterinary patients, and can be frustrating to manage. Typical symptoms include increased head shaking, scratching or rubbing of the ears, redness, greasiness and an unpleasant odour. For many dogs (and some cats), OE becomes a recurring, uncomfortable, year-round problem. The […]

Underwear is like electricity: obviously there but rarely discussed. And just like electricity, your underwear has power. It has a definite impact on your physical comfort and your psychological disposition. Despite its effects, underwear’s very ubiquity makes it easy to take for granted but it does have a worthwhile story to tell. Not only has […]

There’s something special about the change of seasons in Australia. You can almost feel it when the produce markets start to shine with new colours and scents. Have you noticed that as the air cools from May to July, pears come into their own? Their softsweetness and gentle aroma make them one of my favourite […]

Aloe vera (a member of the lily family) is well known worldwide for its variety of medicinal properties. This “medicine chest” of a plant is a succulent, needing very little water to survive. Its botanical name is Aloe barbadensis and it originated in South Africa. Today there are about 400 different species, many of which […]

Do you wake up feeling tired, stressed, overwhelmed, or simply not as healthy as you’d like to be? You’re not alone. In today’s fast-paced world, many people are struggling to keep up with the demands of work, family, finances, and everyday responsibilities. Add into this our denatured, processed foods, long hours sitting at desks, constant […]

A 35-year-old woman visited the clinic. She had been suffering with low energy for some time, and the symptoms were getting worse. Her GP had recommended an iron supplement that she bought from the pharmacy. She had been taking this for some time with little improvement and it made her very constipated, as many iron […]

Regulating your nervous system may be the key to moving from survival to true success — body, mind and life. When it comes to life, some people seem to do everything “right”, yet never quite break through. They work tirelessly, follow every success strategy and push toward their goals. But when opportunity knocks, they feel […]

Marianne Marchesi Trigger warning: This story contains themes readers may find upsetting. Marianne Marchesi shares her story of infertility and her advocacy for inclusive fertility policy in the workplace Two years into my fertility journey, my fertility specialist told me there “may or may not be” a blockage in my fallopian tubes, and the only […]

Mindfulness arose across many cultures. Modern science is revealing how this ancient practice affects body and mind. Mindfulness is very much on trend, and this isn’t just in yoga studios or meditation classes. From CEOs to sport stars, everyone knows the value of mindfulness, even if they are not sure what it is or how […]

Discover the surprising history and healing properties of rose oil and how to grow your own scented roses.

Discover what could really be behind your fatigue and the natural strategies that restore energy and vitality.