Your health

Maintaining your fitness for a strong and healthy body, regardless of age, is good for your heart and overall health. But as you get older, you may notice a creeping middle-age spread. Why does this happen, and what can you do about it?

Cardiologist and researcher at HRI, Dr Rahul Kurup, answers some common questions about bushfire smoke and heart health.

Heat is more likely to endanger the health of people with pre-existing conditions, who are often older members of the community.

Getting enough sleep is important for your health. If you suffer from sleep problems, here’s how to get a good night’s sleep.

Creating the ideal meal as part of a balanced diet can be tricky, but being aware of portion sizes and ways to manage them can help. Here are some simple steps for creating a balanced meal.

During this bushfire season, smoke haze and its health effects has become a concern. While we don’t know for sure what prolonged exposure to bushfire smoke could mean for future health, here’s what air pollution and health data can tell us.

There are a variety of cooking methods that can help lock in the nutrition content of food without sacrificing flavour.

Christmas is just one day, but healthy eating habits can do you good for the rest of your life. Here's how to get a jump on and manage Christmas temptations.

Holidays can seem like the perfect time to socialise, eat and avoid responsibility for a few days. Here are some tips to help you get in some exercise, but still enjoy the holiday season.