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- Healthy sweet snacks: chocolate quinoa squares Looking to make healthier choices when snacking but still want to enjoy a sweet treat? This recipe makes a great afternoon pick-me-up or dessert. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/recipes/healthy-sweet-snacks-chocolate-quinoa-squares
- BBQ Rosemary Lamb Loin Chops with Feta Fire up the barbie with this healthy BBQ lamb chop recipe, flavoured with its perfect partner, rosemary, and brought to life with a sprinkling of feta. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/food-diet/recipes/bbq-rosemary-lamb-loin-chops-with-feta
- Why grit matters More and more top performance scientists are pinpointing grit as a way of obtaining success. Is it how you win at life? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/why-grit-matters
- How to find a hobby that can help you be happy It’s time to find a hobby. Why? Hobbies aren’t just a source of pleasure, they have some impressive benefits for your mental wellbeing, too. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/how-to-find-a-hobby-that-can-help-you-be-happy
- Can gardening reduce your stress levels? Gardening can improve your mental and physical health. We find out how spending time in a garden can help you and how to get your own garden started https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/gardening-reduce-stress-levels
- 7 ways to get out of your comfort zone this week Feel like you’re stuck in a rut? It might be time to break out of your routine. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/7-ways-to-get-out-of-your-comfort-zone
- Why fun is seriously good for you Fun isn't just fun - it can actually be good for your health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/have-fun
- Fundraising your way to better health Fundraising and volunteering may improve your own health and wellbeing, as well as help others. We look at the evidence. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/work-life/play/fundraising-to-better-health
- Finding your Third Space Struggling to achieve work-life balance? The Third Space may be the answer. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/finding-your-third-space
- Finding happiness in old age For generations we’ve been told that our best years are our adolescence and young adulthood. Perhaps it’s not surprising; for most of history, relatively few of us have lived through to the period we now think of as ‘old age’. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/finding-happiness-in-old-age
- Living with a chronic disease Being diagnosed with a chronic illness can be an emotional and challenging time, but your mindset can have an impact on how you cope. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/living-with-a-chronic-disease
- Is screen time harming your health? How to stop being distracted by your digital devices and start a healthy relationship with technology. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/is-screen-time-harming-health
- The importance of friendships as you age Having friends is good for your health – that’s no surprise. But new research shows that as we get older, close ties with friends become more important than ever. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/the-importance-of-friendships-as-you-age
- How to create healthy boundaries Establishing healthy boundaries within your family, at work, and your online usage can overhaul your physical and emotional health. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/healthy-boundaries
- The science behind motivation What is motivation? We find out how our brain becomes, and stays, motivated, to help us achieve our goals with expert tips from a neuroscientist. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/science-behind-motivation
- Are there brain benefits to boredom? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/brain-benefit-to-boredom
- Create a health retreat at home Can’t afford a health retreat? Transform your home into a DIY retreat, giving you time to focus on your health and fitness, without the cost. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/home-health-retreat
- How decluttering improves your life (and tips to get started) Decluttering has a lot of health benefits. Not only does it help clear your mind and improve your environment, it’s also an easy form of exercise. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/how-decluttering-improves-your-life
- Building healthy routines after lockdown Why don’t people use their mental health care plan? Here’s how to overcome the stigma of mental health diagnosis and find the right psychologist for you. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/how-to-change-daily-routine-after-lockdown
- How to identify toxic relationships What is a toxic relationship? How does it impact your health? What are the signs? And how can you handle it, or step back if required? https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/toxic-relationships
- How ‘green space’ can improve your health What are the health benefits of green space? Here’s why getting outdoors in nature can reduce stress and anxiety and improve wellbeing. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/green-space-can-improve-health
- ECO-ANXIETY: ARE NATURAL DISASTERS CAUSING OUR CHILDREN TO WORRY? Here’s how you can help reduce you children’s eco-anxiety about climate change and give them the confidence to take steps towards a brighter future. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/eco-anxiety-children
- Why stretch? And 3 easy exercises to get you started https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/three-easy-stretches
- How to stop the habit of drinking alcohol Find yourself pouring a drink without giving it a moment’s thought? It might be time to change your relationship or knock that alcohol habit on the head. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/alcohol-drinking-habits
- Alcohol and depression in men Having a few beers with mates is still something many Aussie blokes do to unwind. But the growing link between men, alcohol and mental health is revealing some shocking effects. Here’s how drinking is affecting men. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/mental-health/men-alcohol-issues
- Skin care tips: Good habits for healthy skin (...and no pricey products) What are the secrets to keeping wrinkles at bay and skin glowing as we age? Here, a dermatologist gives us her top skin care tips. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/skin-care-tips-how-to-get-healthy-skin-without-expensive-products
- Home workout routines: 5 easy exercises you can do at home Some health issues can feel embarrassing to talk about, from farting to erectile dysfunction. We ask an expert what’s normal and when to see your doctor. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/physical-health/home-workout-routines-easy-exercises
- Ways to give back Want to volunteer or donate but unsure where to start? Here are some ideas. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/giving-back/ways-to-give-back
- How to deal with a loved one with chronic pain Chronic pain can be debilitating and knowing what to do – and what not to do – to help a loved one deal with the condition isn’t always easy. Here are our top tips. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/health-care/giving-back/how-to-deal-with-a-loved-one-with-chronic-pain
- How to be a good netball coach: Meet the regular dad who became a courtside hero Coaching young netballers is a tough gig. It’s even harder when you’re not an expert on the game of netball. Meet Wayne; the sport-loving WA dad who became a netball coach and courtside hero. https://www.hcf.com.au/health-agenda/body-mind/netball/how-to-coach-netball