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- Family Fitness Activities: How to work out with your kids (and enjoy it) What are hormones? How do they affect the body? This article looks at how hormones influence your health and discusses sleep issues, the fight or flight response, testosterone, oestrogen and bone health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/family-fitness-exercise-activities-tips
- Best bushwalks: 23 wheelchair-accessible and pram-friendly walks in Australia Mobility aids are no barrier to traversing these beautiful wheelchair-accessible and pram-friendly walks across Australia. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/wheelchair-accessible-and-pram-friendly-walks-in-australia
- How to grow your own vegetables Nothing beats eating food fresh from your own garden or balcony, and it’s something kids can help with too. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/how-to-grow-your-own-vegetables
- 7 hidden side effects of sugar Rising obesity levels and prevalence of type 2 diabetes are highlighting concerns about sugar. Here’s why you should address your sugar habits. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/seven-hidden-side-effects-of-sugar
- Is red meat bad for you? Experts agree: eating too much red meat is bad for you, and there are benefits to a vegetarian diet. Find out how to develop a more balanced diet. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/nutrition/is-red-meat-bad-for-you
- Quick and easy seared tuna steak recipe This fresh and healthy seared tuna minute steak recipe from chef Tom Walton’s book More Fish, More Veg is perfect for springtime eating. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/recipes/quick-and-easy-tuna-steak
- A new app is delivering Tresillian’s trusted advice to get baby to sleep. A new app delivers trusted baby advice from Tresillian for new parents to help encourage healthy sleep habits and get baby to sleep. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/baby-wont-sleep-harness-the-power-of-tresillian-and-sleepfit-with-this-new-app
- Jessica Rowe: why there’s no such thing as the perfect parent When I was pregnant and in the early days of having my first baby, I used to think there would be a point when I would nail the whole parenting thing. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/jessica-rowe-imperfect-parents
- Raising boys: respect and equality Raising boys to break free of outdated gender stereotypes about what it means to be a man benefits everyone – in childhood and throughout life. Here’s why equality starts at home. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/family/raising-respectful-boys
- PERIOD TALK: HOW TO TALK ABOUT PERIODS WITH YOUR KIDS Having the period talk can be awkward for parents and kids, yet it’s an important one to address at the right time. Here are some tips on how to talk about periods comfortably with your kids. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/women/strong/period-talk
- Should you get the flu shots https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/should-you-get-flu-shot
- Diabetes and Feet: Why 80% of amputations are preventable When it comes to diabetes and feet problems, prevention is key. Here’s how to stay one step ahead of diabetic foot disease. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/diabetes-feet-preventing-problems-signs
- How to talk to your teen about drugs (…and not make it awkward) As the music festival season begins, how do parents talk to kids about drugs and their risks? Here’s what you need to know and how can you support your kids. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/how-to-talk-to-your-teen-about-drugs-and-not-make-it-awkward
- What causes dizziness? A dizzy spell can be unnerving, but by looking at your dizziness symptoms and triggers, your doctor can usually pinpoint the cause of your light-headedness. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/common-conditions/causes-of-dizziness