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Every time a new bacon-flavoured something or other pops up, we wonder if it’s a bridge too far..  Bacon used to be known as the deliciously greasy food that sat alongside eggs – times have changed and the bacon trend has taken over.. Burger King made waves last week when...

Diabetes is growing exponentially among both the adult and child population. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics: “The rate of diabetes in Australia has shown a steady increase from 2.4% in 1995 to 3.8% in 2007–08 (Graph 1). (1) In 2007-08, the majority of people with diabetes reported they...

  If you take the advice of a new study, it might be a good idea to get your blood pressure checked in both arms. Luckily for most clients who enter our Centre on a program, to take their blood pressure on both arms, both standing and lying is standard...

Could an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Maybe — but it may also be coated in pesticides. In 2011, the Environmental Working Group in the USA, an advocacy non-profit group, released its latest "Dirty Dozen" list of the 12 fruits and vegetables that were most contaminated with pesticides. Unfortunately...

Been playing on artificial grass lately, or more importantly have your children or grandchildren? Beware, be very aware…. Artificial turf has gained popularity in Australia in the past decade as a way of extending playing hours and cutting maintenance time and costs. Schools, councils and sport groups have opted to...

Have you ever felt jealous of those who can afford to take themselves off to a day spa on a regular basis? Well you too can enjoy a similar experience.  You don’t need to spend hundreds visiting a day spa — it’s easy to create your own day spa experience...