Physical Health

Though debate continues about vaping, its safety and efficacy as a quitting aid, we cannot wait for years, to see the full effects of passive vaping.

Do you need to Detox Your Cookware? Could toxic chemicals be leaching from pots and pans into your food?

Forget AIDS, cancer and famine for a moment. Increased blood pressure is the most common cause of death and the greatest risk to physical health in the world!

A holistic health approach can include appropriately planned vegetarian diets, including total vegetarian or vegan diets, which are healthful, and nutritionally adequate for optimal physical health and may help in the prevention and treatment of certain diseases.

What you eat during pregnancy influences your baby's future risk of developing obesity, type 2 diabetes and heart disease.

Warm up this winter with a holistic healthy soup and for optimal physical health. A great way to stay warm and keep weight off in winter.

Raw-food restaurants and cookbooks are becoming more popular. But does eating more raw foods significantly benefit your body and general health?

Breakfast is brain food for kids.

Western diets are making us sick, but certain Mediterranean diets and traditional eating patterns can deliver both health and flavour on the one plate.

Cherries have sweet benefits, quite literally!

"Detox" diets are a dime a dozen, but are they worth that much?

Fitness level, blood sugar control and brain size. Do we inherit these things or can we change them? To find out, researchers studied 10 sets of identical twins in their 30s in which one twin was physically active and the other relatively sedentary.

Many parents complain that they can't get their children to eat vegetables, often giving up after the first few tries. But teaching your kids to develop a love for vegetables is one of the best gifts you can give, as it will be with them for a lifetime.

Feeling sluggish? Lacking concentration or fighting flab? The contents of your fridge may be to blame. The quantity stored there and their position directly influence what you eat and drink. What does your fridge say about you?

Nerida McKibben is the host of Hope Channel’s health and wellness show, Go Healthy For Good. To find out more, go to www.hop.ec/gohealthyforgood.

According to Seth Pierce, martial arts training is in some ways similar to attending church.

While energy drinks can give you a lift, recent research has found that they have a dark side.

Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways and what you eat can affect the severity of the problem.

Gastroesophageal reflux (or heartburn) is a common condition that causes a burning sensation in the chest and can lead to ulcers or even cancer of the oesophagus.

New research suggests taking high doses of certain supplements could actually do more harm than good.

Want to go healthy for good? Consider your sugar intake and stress levels.

Not all carbs are bad.

Approximately 60 per cent of our body is water, so being adequately hydrated is important to achieve and maintain peak bodily function.

Getting enough dietary fibre from a gluten-free diet.

So how old do you see yourself? Turn back the clock and you just might live more!

An old-world vegetable that has soared in popularity in recent times.

Do slow walkers or fast walkers live longer?

Before you can become passionate about fitness, it’s worth exploring what it means to be fit.

People who choose low "energy-dense" diets eat more food (by weight) but consume fewer calories, helping them to better regulate their weight, according to a new study of more than 7000 Americans published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition

Certain chemicals formed in your cooking give food a more desirable taste and smell, but could they be making you sick? The answer may surprise you.

So this year, you want to lose weight for good, but you're tired of the dieting merry-go-round. Maybe it's time for a lifestyle overhaul.

Unlock the secret to a healthier heart and lower blood pressure with the power of beetroot—a delicious addition to your daily diet.

How would you feel if you were diagnosed with mild memory problems, which could progress to dementia within just five years?

Bircher muesli is a soaked, sticky “porridge” that requires no cooking.

Do you suffer from unresolved symptoms of irritable bowel, such as bloating, gas, pain, diarrhoea or constipation? New research brings hope: limiting or avoiding FODMAPs in your diet may help your gut.

Could the way you cook your food be affecting your health? A growing body of research suggests that toxic chemicals are formed when we use intense cooking methods.

More than 60 per cent of people in the Western world lack adequate fibre in their meals, leading to multiple chronic conditions.

Susan Johnstone explores the life and times of a veteran Australian musician and-in his own way-leader.

More than 100 years ago Adventists were advised by Ellen White to avoid caffeine. Was her advice correct? Or did she misunderstand something? Should we follow her counsel? Or should we go with the practices of contemporary society?

Every month, our Bible correspondence school instructors delve into the Bible to answer some of life and Christianity’s deeper questions.

Simple changes for better health

It might say "healthy" on the label but some foods promoted as healthy can be anything but. Andrew Cate investigates some common health food fraudsters.

With the cold and flu season upon us, it's time to look at ways to boost your immune system. By building up resistance, your body will be better prepared to defend itself when the dreaded winter bugs arrive. Personal trainer Andrew Cate gives five practic

Many women are fearful of developing cancer but hip fractures are more common than cancer of the breast, cervix and uterus combined. While calcium has stolen the spotlight, researchers have discovered that soy and other plant foods may also be vital ingre

The problem with business lunches is frequent eating out may be harming executives and those working in a fast-paced business world.

Nerida McKibben is the host of HopeChannel’s health and wellness show, Go Healthy For Good. To find out more, go to www.hop.ec/gohealthyforgood.

Just how healthful a humble potato can be largely depends upon how you prepare it.

Dr James Wrights answers questions relating to various medical issues

Tobacco's transformation from a sacred plant to a subject of spiritual condemnation for its health risks and addictive nature is examined against the backdrop of Christian beliefs.

We sometimes think of sound medical knowledge as the provenance of modern times. But Gary Webster looks into some ancient sources—Egyptian papyri and the Hebrew Torah—the latter containing some amazingly modern science

Simple ways to help you go meat free

Why you should reduce gluten in your diet - and how

How you can enjoy the festive season's treats without feeling the guilt.

Does a Venetian merchant from the 1550's have the best diet plan?

We all want to be healthy. Andrew Cate reviews six studies that teach us about healthy living. Why not take one idea and run with it?

Nerida McKibben is the host of HopeChannel’s health and wellness show, Go Healthy For Good. To find out more, go to www.hop.ec/gohealthyforgood.

Using a smartphone in bed is not just keeping us up—it's turning us blind. And another reason why dogs really are man's best friend.

Cancer prevention could be as close as your herb & spice rack, says Winston Craig, a professor of nutrition.

The often overlooked cause of indigestion problems.

Many people are afraid they’ll miss out on vital nutrients if they adopt a vegetarian diet. What to look out for should you choose not to eat meat.

Health-and-fitness writer Andrew Cate looks at some of the more serious consequences to your health from drinking alcohol.

A diet of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains sounds healthy but as Susan Johnstone has found, how that food is farmed makes a big difference.

Margaret Mielczarek looks at what it means to be a vegetarian and why it's a better choice.

It’s commonly known that wholemeal or wholegrain products are healthier than white, refined versions. But is smooth wholemeal bread just as healthy as cooked barley or steel-cut oats?

Remember when alfalfa was in sandwiches and at salad bars? Sprouts are becoming popular again, and now many more kinds are available.

What's eating you, could be controlling what you're eating. Kelly James-Enger suggests that stress may be the most fattening thing in your diet.

Many people start exercise programs with great gusto, only to find their athletic shoes collecting dust a few weeks later. Andrew Cate looks at ways to keep you moving.

Looking to breathe new life into your fitness regime? Then head outdoors

How can we know who we are?

Many people think it's impossible to lose weight and keep it off. But research shows that at least 20 per cent of overweight people are successful in losing the flab for the long term.

Real fruit is being displaced by packaged snacks, soft drinks and junk foods in children's diets, all of which can lead to early chronic diseases.

Are you anxious about those extra weight you'll gain this festive season?

Learning to make legumes the feature of at least four of your main meals each week could be one of the simplest dietary strategies to help you reap major health rewards.

10 reasons why the bathroom scales lie.

According to the Wall Street Journal, the humble sandwich is considered "Britain's biggest contribution to gastronomy"! || But how healthy is it?

Most people don’t want to give up their favourite foods during the Christmas season. But there are things you can do to avoid gaining weight.

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright

Health and fitness expert Andrew Cate looks at the current and growing problem of obesity, as not so different to the smoking debate of three decades ago.

Obesity in childhood strongly predisposes to obesity in adulthood. Yet many parents are oblivious to the fact that their child is carrying around more than just puppy fat and they assume their child will simply grow out of it.

Millions of overweight people around the world have above normal blood sugar levels, but few realise how dangerous this is.

Medical Hotline with James Wright

You don't have to train like an athlete to enjoy the many benefits of exercise. Personal trainer Andrew Cate shows that the meaning of fitness is different for everyone.

Organised walks and fun runs are a great motivational opportunity for getting fit and losing weight. Andrew Cate shows you how to get started.

The decline in home food preparation and increase in convenience products has become a recipe for poor health.

Sneezing is common as a reaction to temperature variations.

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright

According to Gary Hopkins, having a meal together is as essential to the lives of your children as it is for their physical well-being.

Health-and-fitness writer Andrew Cate takes a closer look at six dieting beliefs that shape up more like fairytales.

Many feel miserable and fear they are headed for serious depression and need treatment.

Randall Oliver speaks with a budding young bodybuilder whose faith makes him stand out from the rest.

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright

Andrew Cate explains how the right rewards can transform your weight loss journey into an enjoyable process, with practical tips for setting goals and choosing motivational treats.

Kim Peckham asks about those fast-fading New Year's resolutions and offers advice to help you keep next year's.

Global concerns about a continuing trend toward obesity and diabetes are leading many to consider changing the way they eat.

Medical Hotline with James Wright

In and out of the pool, she's a champion.

Pastor Kevin Price, director of Adventist Health for the South Pacific Division, discusses the connection between spiritual and physical health.

Dr James Wright answers questions relating to medical issues

The discovery that cinnamon can make cells in the body more sensitive to insulin and lower your blood sugar has opened a debate.

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright

All-or-nothing approaches to dieting don't work in the long run. Better to try something that allows success over the long term, proposes nutrition expert Kelly James-Enger.

Many people have insufficient blood levels of vitamin D. Based on new recommendations as a minimum for sufficiency, more than half the people in Australia and New Zealand are deficient.

Dates have been around since ancient times and now science confirms they’re more than just a fix for a sweet tooth.

Few things in our day-to-day living are more influenced by tradition than our food choices, but sometimes, change is helpful.

Kelly James-Enger looks at a number of things women can do to protect themselves from breast cancer.

Nathan Brown reports on the focus that makes Australia's World Cup team work.

A high glycaemic index (GI) diet isn’t just a sure way to developing diabetes—it is now linked to conditions including acne, polycystic ovarian syndrome and cancer.

Personal trainer Andrew Cate looks at how to harness some of the excitement and team spirit of a World Cup team when you're exercising alone.

Online personal trainer Andrew Cate shows you how to make the most of the great outdoors while helping to springboard your fitness routine this summer.

Discover Australia's dietary guidelines for health and weight management. Get evidence-based tips on nutritious eating and avoiding high-risk foods.

If you're a woman who's put on a bit of weight and finding it difficult to lose, or if you're struggling with facial hair, acne or irregular periods, chances are you have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

A brisk daily walk is fine but only if you can cope with it. Do whatever your body permits.

Spectacle lenses may be cleaned any way you like. Commercial liquids give a good result.

Obesity is an epidemic, with many children also overweight or obese. Health and fitness expert Andrew Cate shows what can be done.

Kelly James-Enger suggests how you can eat healthier, with a few simple tips.

Online weight-loss coach Andrew Cate looks at how you can add some spice to your exercise training program.

Better health is achievable—Adele Nash is proof of that. And according to Food as Medicine, the best place to begin is in the kitchen.

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright

Evidence is mounting that fast-paced eating is detrimental to your health.

The morning cuppa, the queues for coffee at local cafés, the breakfast cans of Diet Coke and energy drinks.

High-fibre diets can improve immunity, fight inflammation, boost digestive health and guard against colorectal cancer.

Health and fitness writer Andrew Cate looks at ways to stay in shape and motivated this winter.

Could switching to a healthier diet lift your mood? New research suggests the likely answer is Yes.

If you have diabetes or pre-diabetes, a nutritious yet ugly, wart-covered, fluorescent green “fruit” could help you lower your blood sugar level and improve insulin resistance.

Apart from a breakdown in traditional social networks and relationships, financial stresses, and increased work hours, our diets have changed over the past 50 years.

Taxes and death. Many of us try everything reasonable to avoid both, but, what if embracing one could help us to delay the other.

Elevate your office well-being: Discover the secrets to managing diet, activity, and stress with insights from our fitness expert.

Eating right has numerous enemies. Kelly James-Enger reveals four pitfalls that derail healthy diets.

Smog and pollution in the air can either cause or aggravate asthma.

Staring at a computer monitor for hours means you blink less often.

Nerida McKibben is the host of HopeChannel’s health and wellness show, Go Healthy For Good. To find out more, go to www.hop.ec/gohealthyforgood.

Sugar is sweet to the taste, but it wrecks havoc on the body.

Adding a small amount of herbs-or herb paste-when making a salad or red pasta sauce can more than double the antioxidant value of your meal!

Many people have a love-hate relationship with pasta because they fear they’ll gain weight. However, the problem isn’t the pasta but how it’s cooked, the portion size and the toppings we use in Western countries.

Jennifer Schwirzer serves up the deadly truth about eating disorders.

Get physically fit and look your best for that special day of your life

A high intake of dietary antioxidants-present in normal daily foods-may delay the onset of early age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. AMD is a leading cause of blind

Healthful fruits don’t have to be exotic or expensive. You just need to eat them every day for wellness.

Pregnant women should make sure they obtain adequate amounts of iodine, because a deficiency can have dire consequences for their babies, including tripling the rate of miscarriage.

After growing up with alcoholic parents, Sandy Schofield, and husband Trevor, now run a business advocating and supplying alcohol-free beverages for corporate and private events.

The United Nations has declared 2016 the International Year of Pulses (beans). What it is about beans that warrants such acclamation?

There are many better alternatives to alcohol, especially for women.

Move over Jamie Oliver, there is a new 30-minute master chef on the air.

It's a tiny body part, but one you cannot afford to neglect

October is recognised in many parts of the world as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Melody Tan shares some facts about this disease.

As an increasing push is made to legalise medical cannabis, many Adventists either agree or are agnostic. But do we know the full truth?

Dr James Wright looks into some medical and health related issues

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright

Daniel Reynaud reviews the history and anticipates the future for alcohol in Australia.

Shift work is hard on the body because it disrupts your circadian rhythm. But can what and when you eat help?

Nerida McKibben is the host of HopeChannel’s health and wellness show, Go Healthy For Good. To find out more, go to www.hop.ec/gohealthyforgood.

If you've worked for months to fit into that bikini, don't blow it once you get to the beach by giving in to greasy takeaways and sugary drinks. Research shows it's very easy to regain lost weight- especially on holidays-so make every mouthful count while

TV chef and cooking show judge, Anna Gare, on eating well.

Some people say walnuts look like a brain. Could this tree nuts really be brain food? And what are their other benefits?

Many adolescents believe that eating chocolate or fatty and sugary foods will give them a "crater face."

Soy has been hailed as a potential anticancer agent in holistic health discussions, but could its phytonutrients increase the recurrence of breast cancer?

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright http://www.docwright.com.au/

It's easy to eat yourself to health and reap immediate benefits, once you know how.

If you suffer from symptoms like eczema, colic, acne, loose stools, bloating or sinus problems, you may have an allergy to dairy products-a condition that can be life-threatening for some.

The standing desk phenomenon has gained traction in the workplace, but is it really that good for your health?

It has become the biggest killer all around the world, but Charles Mills gives us some strategies to combat it.

Giving your favourite family recipes a nutritional makeover can help you cut down on fat (especially the undesirable saturated type) and include more of the right carbohydrate and incorporate foods known to fight chronic diseases.

Confused by conflicting and unrealistic dietary advice? Want more energy and clearer thinking? Need to avoid or better manage a health problem? Then consider consulting a qualified dietitian.

Severe cramps in the calves in adults is often claudation

What if we could change the way we thought, the way we felt, and the way we treated other people simply through the lifestyle we lived?

New research reveals that a sweet tooth may be more of an addiction than mere predilection, says Pam Mellskog.

What you eat affects you more than you may think.

While its exact cause is unknown, most researchers believe that inflammatory bowel disease involves a combination of a genetic susceptibility that “loads the gun” and a Western-style diet that “pulls the trigger.”

Should you use butter, margarine or something else on your bread?

Losing weight may seem easy when compared to weight-loss maintenance.

Most people already know that inactivity leads to poor health, but too much exercise has its own set of problems. Health and fitness writer Andrew Cate looks at how to strike a healthy balance.

In a diet-obsessed society, carbohydrate-rich foods have been getting a bad rap.

While vegetarians may have generally lower intakes of cholesterol and saturated fat, are they getting enough omega-3?

Is fruit juice a health food or a glamorised, sugary drink?

Obesity causes more harm than just being grossly overweight or fat

Energy drinks DO give you a boost, but not the kind you want.

Silent, chronic, widespread inflammation in the body is now recognised as a key driver for degenerative diseases. And what you eat can either dampen or drive this process—in children and adults alike.

Discover the ten essential habits for optimal health encompassing hydration, laughter, plant-based diets, physical activity, sleep, spirituality, relaxation, music, outdoor activities, and varied exercise. Start your journey to a balanced body, mind, and spirit today!

Eating around the clock has become common. But could nibbling over an extended time period be harming your health?

Poor man's staple to Superfood

What you eat matters! Greening your diet can have a more profound effect on greenhouse gas emissions than switching to a hybrid car.

Rather than water, too often we choose carbonated, high-sugar or caffeine-laced beverages. We also confuse thirst with hunger and eat instead.

Medical Hotline with Dr James Wright

Eating a low-fat salad as your first course may significantly reduce your overall kilojoule intake during a meal, an effective strategy for weight management.

Empower your health journey by understanding the risks of trans fats. Our research-backed articles help you make healthier choices to reduce consumption and boost your heart health.

Embrace the triple health advantages of barley, an age-old grain making a comeback for its positive impact on heart health, cholesterol, and glycemic control.

A heart-healthy diet is the cornerstone for preventing heart attacks and strokes. Yet various controversial diets, foods and nutrients have become popular. What does the evidence say?

Do you have problems tolerating cholesterol medication, or do you simply wish to avoid it and manage your cholesterol naturally?

Eating more tomatoes daily could make you healthier, protect your skin from sun damage and lower your risk of contracting modern diseases, according to a review of more than 100 studies.

Did you know that the size of a soft drink container has increased by two to three times over the past 50 years?

Vitamin C has been studied extensively during the past 60 years, but the results have been mixed with respect to the common cold.

Reclaim your self-esteem from the shadows of past criticisms, and learn to see the valuable and capable person you truly are.

Online weight-loss coach Andrew Cate looks at the top 10 health mistakes and ways to make better choices today.

Plant foods protect against increases in blood pressure while red meats stimulate blood pressure to rise in young adults, according to new research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Embarking on a new business in their 80s, Peter and Joan Ruthven's Mount Carmel Basic Health Food Shop reflects their lifelong commitment to health, offering organic, vegan delights in Hamilton.

We live longer these days, so what are we doing with that extra time?

Health coach and family physician Christopher Pitt shows us how we can all take control of our stress.

Did you resolve to lose weight and get healthy this year?

They might taste bitter or peppery, but getting a regular dose of dark green leafy vegetables is an easy way to take your food as medicine.

Sugar has gotten a bad rap for being highly refined and a source of empty kilojoules. But what else can you use?

In a comprehensive overview, Wright explores the physical exertion involved in homemaking, nasal congestion solutions, the truth about decaf, converting weight measurements, treating phobias, the importance of short showers, and modern miracles of cataract removal.

Healthier eating begins with the right choice of foods. How you prepare it determines how healthy it remains.

Dr James Wright explains about some medical conditions

Misconceptions exist that dietary cholesterol is harmless and you can eat as many eggs as you like without risk.

The vaccination controversy currently raging demonstrates that it is possible to be intelligent, sane and irrational all at the same time.

If you find yourself reaching into the office biscuit tin to ward off hunger, alleviate boredom or satisfy a bad habit, think again! The fix will not give you lasting energy and, worse still, will add to your waistline!

So if you are a smoker, today is a great day to quit and live more!

Almonds come as whole, blanched, slivered, flaked and ground. And their culinary versatility is matched by their ample health benefits.

How do you discern between good and bad fats? A simple way is to check their origin. Are they plant- or animal-based? And how processed are they?

The Paleo diet is proving popular with bloggers, media personalities and chefs. But is it good for your long-term health?

Can’t tolerate or don’t want to eat dairy? Many traditional societies have been dairy free, yet existing reports don’t suggest higher rates of bone fractures. Just ensure that you get enough plant sources of calcium on your plate.

Need to improve your intestinal health, blood cholesterol or blood sugar? Psyllium could help.

Despite being used traditionally for all cooking methods in the Mediterranean, it’s often said you can’t cook with olive oil due to its lower smoke point, compared to other vegetable oils. But is that really the key to choosing safer cooking oils?

Advise covering baby weight; melanomas; adrenaline rush; digital vs needle scales; crash diets; contact lenses; and hot foods and germs.

At the age of eight, I became severely hearing-impaired as a result of a near-fatal attack of meningitis.

Just because it’s gluten-free or unleavened doesn’t mean flatbread is any healthier. You need to check what it actually contains.

Teens need to live their own lives and take responsibility for them. Nobody wants to see them make a mess of it.

Daniel Reynaud grimaces at the fat in our midst.

Strict vegetarians could be putting themselves at risk of a type of anaemia as well as irreversible nerve damage.

Chronic constipation can cause a lot of discomfort. An even greater concern is the elevated risk of colon cancer.

Nutrition experts Vicki Griffin and Evelyn Kissinger team up to answer some important questions about sweeteners, including why you should cut back on sugar—and how.

Wake early on weekdays and sleep in on weekends? Well, you could be increasing your risk of heart disease and diabetes.

With the rates of obesity, type-2 diabetes, high-blood pressure and high cholesterol rising rapidly in children, packing a healthy lunch box has never been more important.

Plant-based diets are a growing trend, but what, exactly, are they?

Weight-training—it’s not just for the boys. And you’ll be surprised at the range of health benefits that come from being stronger.

Reserved for royal feasts by the pharaohs of Egypt, edible fungi are now enjoyed by everyone, and that’s a good thing, because mushrooms contain unique antioxidants and bioactive substances.

Walking is the most popular form of exercise. Weight-loss coach Andrew Cate looks at how to get the most from every step.

The tragic death in March of Western Australian baby, Riley Hughes, from whooping cough added momentum to the vaccination debate already well underway in much of the developed world.

Want to kick the nicotine habit for good? Adrian Webster offers 12 suggestions that can help you to succeed.

Everything you've wanted to know about the nutrients your body needs.