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Our purpose is to help members (and our community) live healthier lives - by staying physically active, eating healthy and having a deeper knowledge of their physical wellness through every stage of life. Our healthy lifestyle experts provide exercise tips, recipe inspiration ideas and wellbeing advice to help you move, eat, and feel better.

The Importance Of A Good Nights Sleep

The Importance Of A Good Nights Sleep

Em Batger
ByEm Batger
07 January 2021

Sleep is a factor that can truly impact on many aspects of a persons wellbeing. It is equally, if not more important, than exercise and a balanced diet. Not convinced? Have a read of why our HIF Lifestyle expert Em Batger believes that sleep is an essential element of overall health and mental wellbeing.

Category:Healthy Living, Healthy Sleep Practices
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Letting Go Of The Year 2020

Letting Go Of The Year 2020

Dr. Happy
ByDr. Happy
01 January 2021

2020 will inevitably go down in history and with 2021 officially here it's time for us to start contemplating on the lessons learnt and planning for the new year ahead.

Category:Mental Health, Healthy Living
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Alcohol – the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Alcohol – the Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Dr. Preya Alexander
ByDr. Preya Alexander
Is having a drink, a red wine or beer, after a day at work or at home with the kids necessarily a bad thing?
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No one wants to go to hospital, but if the worst happens, having Hospital cover can make a stressful experience easier and more comfortable. You may be thinking, “But why do I need private health insurance when we can have the public health system, Medicare?” Well, there’s a number of reasons why private hospital insurance is a better option than relying solely on the public system – one of the most important one being that your policy allows you to choose your own hospital and treating doctor. Plus, you’ll typically have a much shorter wait time for any elective surgeries that you may need in the future.

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