Wellbeing

Time to ramp up the effort ahead of Christmas.

Winter Arc: Tips on new viral TikTok obsession

The latest obsession on TikTok is the ‘Winter Arc’ challenge, which sees people getting ahead of their New Year’s Resolutions.

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This illustrates perfectly the extent of my phobia of vomiting. I was less afraid of being mowed down by three lanes of cars than I was of seeing someone be sick.

Here’s everything I did to conquer my sick fear of VOMITING

This illustrates perfectly the extent of my phobia of vomiting. I was less afraid of being mowed down by three lanes of cars than I was of seeing someone be sick.

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Every weekend my mum, terrified I’d end up kidnapped or dead on a train track, would beg me: ‘Please don’t get that drunk tonight.’ I’d shrug off her concerns, too embarrassed to admit I was struggling, that one drink always seemed to lead to another.

Why you should treat alcohol like you would a bad boyfriend

When I first stopped drinking, a number of people told me I was ‘not that bad’ and ‘didn’t have a drinking problem’ – despite the fact I was putting myself in dangerous situations.

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Australians 14 and over can use the Chart Your Fart app to take part in the CSIRO’s gut health study.

'Chart your fart': Call for Aussies to track gas habits on new app

Scientists want Australians to record the quality, quantity, aroma, loudness and duration of their farts using a phone app for a gut health study.

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The federal government will spend more than $174 million on a vaccine to protect infants from RSV. (Tracey Nearmy/AAP PHOTOS)

Free vaccine flagged for pregnant mums and babies

The scheme is estimated to help keep some 10,000 babies out of hospital each year.

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I don’t buy this idea that women, even those in the public eye, are trying to hide it; mostly, they can’t wait to tell you. ‘I’m on Ozempic,’ they say. Or Wegovy. Or Mounjaro.

The definitive sign somebody you know is using Ozempic

They have found the holy grail. I’m thrilled for them, genuinely, and only a tiny bit envious.

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Lonely child.

Does your kid have a hard time making friends?

Making a friend can take practice. Here’s how to help your child learn how

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Naomi Craigs illustration. Tips for living a clutter-free life.

How to declutter your life and embrace simplicity

From maximising your space to improving your finances, Elaine St James wrote the original guide to decluttering your life

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Concerned about your salt intake? Smash some avocado - and these other potassium-rich foods.

Why eating avocados and potatoes can help cut blood pressure

DR EMILY LEEMING: Concerned about your salt intake? Smash some avocado - and these other potassium-rich foods.

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Liam Payne’s tragic passing at 31 is a heartbreaking loss, especially for his young son, who will grow up without a father.

Working with addicts has taught me addiction is a choice

Liam Payne’s tragic passing at 31 is a heartbreaking loss, especially for his young son, who will grow up without a father.

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When we are stressed and under pressure, our stress hormones will trigger cravings that are usually sweet or fatty such as biscuits, chips, pizza, sweets or lollies.

Am I stressing myself fat?

Yes it’s true, long term stress can lead to weight gain, write nutritionist Sarah Di Lorenzo.

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How to tell if your partner is cheating.

Worried women pay me to ‘trap’ their husbands

I’ve caught thousands of unfaithful men, it’s depressing how quickly most give in to temptation. Here are the signs your partner is cheating.

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Experts say your parents’ stresses could be making you more anxious, and even liable to age faster...

You may have inherited trauma from your parents

Experts say your parents and grandparents' trauma could be wreaking untold damage on your genes.

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We all know parents who are obsessively involved in their children’s lives. But now it’s my elderly mother who needs constant attention – and we both resent the role reversal.

The hell of being a helicopter daughter

We all know parents who are obsessively involved in their children’s lives. But now it’s my elderly mother who needs constant attention – and we both resent the role reversal.

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Add some flavor. Close up of hand of nice woman holding stick of cinnamon and putting it into cup of coffee

Can adding cinnamon to your coffee help you burn fat?

A new TikTok trend claims adding a teaspoon of cinnamon to your daily coffee (and some cocoa to make it more palatable) for one week can help you burn fat. Is there any truth to this?

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