‘At 98, I wouldn’t be so sharp without puzzles’: do crosswords and quizzes really boost your brain power?
We’re told that they give us a mental workout, but the evidence suggests it’s a bit more complicated …
I’ve started full-time work and it’s non-stop – when do I get some time for me?
Entering the world of work can seem overwhelming, but remember that every stage of life is initially a challenge. Give yourself time to adjust
How fit are you? 11 ways to easily test your strength, balance and mobility – and make them all better
Can you touch your toes, get up from a chair using just one leg, hold a plank for 30 seconds? If you want to take care of your body, the first step is to take stock of it
Go hard on bright colours and easy on exfoliating: how to do a summer pedicure at home
Podiatrists and nail technicians share their tips and techniques for fresh summer feet – on a budget
Do you lavish attention on others but rarely receive it? It’s time to get in touch with your own needs
Protecting yourself from the feelings that drive you may give you a sense of control – but it comes at a cost. Working through them allows you to lower your defences
Is it true that … most of us aren’t getting enough protein?
The general population needs far less protein than is often made out by influencers. Don’t miss out on other important aspects of your diet
Uncertainty is part of being human, so how can we learn to live with it?
A professor of statistics explains that living is about taking risks and not knowing the outcome, and why it’s important to accept and embrace that
How to wear sunscreen: ‘Put it on so it feels like there is too much on, then put more on’
Australia’s sun care guidelines differ depending on your skin tone – but most people are not adequately protecting themselves
Sold-out farm shops, smuggled deliveries and safety warnings: US battle over raw milk grows
Unpasteurised milk, seen as both anti-government and anti-corporate, soars in popularity among conspiracy theorists and new agers
Steven Bartlett accused of amplifying dangerous health claims on his podcast
Experts say Dragons’ Den star’s Diary of a CEO podcast contained unfounded claims, including that evidence-based medication is ‘toxic’ for patients