Mahsa Fratantoni
The dangerous ‘tongue-splitting’ trend that has surgeons demanding an urgent crackdown
WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT It’s the latest extreme body-modification trend that makes most of us squirm or look away. Not for the faint-hearted, the...
Moderate those carbs: It’s the ‘Goldilocks rule’ for living longer and better
One of the most hotly contested debates in nutrition is sizzling again as a large study finds that extreme carbohydrate diets could be...
After a horror 2017, how bad is the 2018 flu season?
We’re at the tail end of winter 2018, and halfway through the traditional peak month for flu infections – and the good...
Patients exposed to toxic mould endure ‘long and tortuous’ medical delays, inquiry told
If you start feeling unwell after living or working in mouldy or damp conditions, you’re not alone. Just don’t expect a speedy or straightforward...
The weird and wonderful yoga hybrids sprouting in Australian suburbs
The rise of modern yoga has paved the way for hybrid variations that range from playful and fun, to weird and wacky. There’s “doga” – a blend...
Get your water intake just right and glow with flow
We’re constantly bombarded with messages about healthy eating, but staying hydrated is equally important, especially in the cooler months, health professionals say....
Boxers or briefs? One is better for sperm count, study finds
Men who wear boxer shorts may boast higher sperm count than those who prefer briefs or jockeys, according to a significant new study. The US research,...
Signs your gut health is out of balance
Few care to discuss it. But many of us have experienced it. Stomach upsets are uncomfortable, embarrassing and at times worrying. Though the...
The lingering financial pain heart attacks inflict on Australian families
At age 57, Jim Middap had survived two heart attacks and spent months in cardiac rehab only to find out that he...
Smells fishy? Popular supplement myth debunked
Fish oil is one of the country’s most popular supplements and is often highly regarded for its perceived heart health benefits. But mounting...