Do you need a ‘nappuccino’ today? BySeven West MediaIf you’ve ever found yourself hitting that afternoon slump, torn between a quick nap or a caffeine fix to power through the rest of the day, you’re not alone. But what if you didn’t have to choose? Enter the ‘nappuccino’—a growing trend that combines the energising power of caffeine with the restorative magic of a short nap.Category:Healthy Sleep PracticesRead MoreWrite a Comment
Sleep for success - How sleep transforms productivityBySeven West MediaAussies are falling asleep on the job, so what can we do about it?Category:Healthy Sleep PracticesRead MoreWrite a Comment
Sleep facts vs fiction - The truth behind common sleep mythsBySeven West MediaLet’s put sleep myths to bed.Category:Healthy Sleep PracticesRead MoreWrite a Comment
Prioritising Sleep Health - Your Foundation for Better LivingByKirsty McMasterIn today's demanding environment, sleep is frequently the first sacrifice when schedules become overwhelming. However, mounting scientific evidence demonstrates that quality sleep represents far more than a restorative break: it constitutes a fundamental biological requirement for optimal health and performance.At HIF, we position sleep health as one of three essential pillars of wellbeing, equally important to balanced nutrition and regular physical activity. This recognition stems from extensive research showing that adequate sleep underpins virtually every aspect of human health, from cognitive function to immune resilience.Category:HIF News, Healthy Sleep PracticesRead MoreWrite a Comment
What is Diabetes? Understanding Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational DiabetesByKirsty McMasterDiabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions, impacting over 1.7 million Australians. It impacts the way our bodies process sugar, which is essential for energy - but not all diabetes is the same. Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes each work quite differently and need to be managed as such.Category:General Medical, Conditions and TreatmentsRead MoreWrite a Comment
Breast Cancer Awareness - How to Examine your Own Breasts ByDr. Michela Sorensen02 October 2024October is Breast Cancer awareness month, a time to shine the spotlight on all things breast health. Early detection of breast cancer provides the best chance at effective treatment. The key to early detection is remaining vigilant with breast cancer screening and self breast checks. Over 80% of women however, don’t feel confident in doing a self breast examination. So, time for a quick rundown of how to do it and what you’re looking for. Category:General Medical, Healthy Living, Later in LifeRead MoreWrite a Comment
What is Sleep Apnea? Understanding the Condition and Its TreatmentsByKirsty McMasterSleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder that often goes undiagnosed for many years. The main characteristic of this condition is that your breathing repeatedly stops and starts while you're sleeping.Category:General Medical, Healthy Sleep PracticesRead MoreWrite a Comment
Healthy Habits for Optimum Heart Health - A Guide for World Heart Day ByDr Gina Cleo23 September 2024On World Heart Day, it's important to recognize that small, everyday habits can significantly impact heart health. By eating a balanced diet, staying active, monitoring health indicators like blood pressure, quitting smoking, and managing stress, we can protect our hearts and reduce the risk of heart disease. Your heart works hard for you, so it's essential to take steps to keep it healthy and strong. Category:General Medical, Later in LifeRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Make Movement a Regular Habit for a Healthier Life ByDr Gina Cleo13 May 2024Making movement a regular habit can sound daunting, but with the right tools, it’s within reach for everyone. By redefining exercise, prioritising consistency over intensity, seeking accountability, finding joy in movement, and practicing flexibility, you can create a lifelong movement habit that nourishes your body, mind, and soul. So, lace up your sneakers, stretch those muscles, and get ready for a journey toward a healthier, more vibrant you. Category:Fitness, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy LivingRead MoreWrite a Comment
Smell Yourself Well - The benefits of aromatherapy on Physical, Mental, and Emotional HealthByScott Henderson12 May 2024Cheap and easily accessible, harnessing smell can prove to be an effective mechanism in safeguarding your health.Category:Mental Health, Healthy Living, Stress and AnxietyRead MoreWrite a Comment
Walking Your Way to Wellness - Is 10,000 Steps a Day Effective?ByPaula Ortiz01 May 2024Emerging as more than a mere trend, aiming for 10,000 daily steps is now a global movement towards achieving a healthier lifestyle. But beyond how good this sounds, is this goal effective in driving all of us towards better health outcomes?Category:Fitness, Healthy LivingRead MoreWrite a Comment
Skin Cancer's Relentless Grip on Australia, and How We Can Fight BackByScott Henderson01 March 2024Skin cancer has a profound impact on in Australia, yet despite its alarming prevalence there exist essential insights into protective measures against this pervasive threat to our health.Category:Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy LivingRead MoreWrite a Comment
Choosing the Right Mental Health Care Plan for YouByTammy George28 February 2024A mental health care plan (MHCP) is often the start of a person’s journey to better mental health.Category:Mental HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
A Guide to Crafting and Achieving Attainable New Year’s Resolutions ByScott HendersonThe allure of a fresh start, a clean slate, is irresistible. However, in the spirit of practicality, let us channel the wisdom of realism when setting our goals for 2024.Category:Mental Health, Healthy Lifestyle, Self-Care, New Year’s Health ResolutionsRead MoreWrite a Comment
If you’re often expecting you’ll be happier than you are, then do this one thing!ByDr. Happy 10 October 2023Expecting others and the world to be that which they’re not creates excessive and often unnecessary distress. Adjusting your expectations can make an enormous difference to your happiness and mental health, as well as to your ability to interact healthily with others. Category:Mental Health, Stress and Anxiety, Self-CareRead MoreWrite a Comment
The benefits that exercise can have on your mental healthByEm Batger07 October 2023October is mental health awareness month. In Australia 1 in 5 people aged 16-85 have experienced a mental health disorder in the past 12 months. These are quite confronting statistics. Regardless of whether you have a lived experience of mental health or not such events can provide an opportunity to pause and take check of your mental head space and that of those around you. For me, exercise is the single most important thing I do for my mental health every day. Why? While most of us know the physical benefits, it may surprise you to learn that what motivates many people to engage in exercise is what it can do for your mental health. Category:Mental Health, Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Living, Stress and AnxietyRead MoreWrite a Comment
Balancing Parenting when PregnantByTammy George10 June 2017The things you can do to make parenting while pregnant that little bit easier.Category:Maternity Care, Family First, Pregnancy, Raising ChildrenRead MoreWrite a Comment
Understanding the Financial Impact of Having a BabyByTammy George20 May 2017Get your finances in order so you know how much time you can have off work to care for your new baby.Category:Maternity Care, Family FirstRead MoreWrite a Comment
Mindful Parenting - How You Can Help Your Kids ThriveByDr. Happy 02 March 2017How can we help our kids thrive? According to Dr. Happy, "The answer is “non-judgemental observation”. That is, observing phenomena (like thoughts and feelings) with curiosity but without labelling as either good or bad. This type of mindful parenting gives us the opportunity to respond more calmly; more positively; with the best interests of all involved given more weight. It puts space between a particular action and a parents reaction, enabling us to feel more in control and to act in a more considered manner." So how do we put this into practice? Check out this article to read Dr. Happy's top five tips.Category:Mental Health, Family First, Raising ChildrenRead MoreWrite a Comment
Australia's Top 50 Baby Names in 2016ByHIF Australia21 December 2016Whether you're pregnant and looking for baby name inspiration or want to check how popular your little one's name is, we've got the top 50 baby names for 2016.Category:Maternity Care, Family First, PregnancyRead MoreWrite a Comment