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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 Difference Between Osteo, Physio, and Chiro - Which is Right for You?

The Difference Between Osteo, Physio, and Chiro - Which is Right for You?

ByKirsty McMaster

Unsurprisingly, people tend to face confusion when it comes to choosing between osteopathy, physiotherapy, and chiropractic care. Each therapy has a unique focus and targets different aspects of musculoskeletal health, but it's a space that can be tricky to navigate. Thankfully, that’s where we come in.

Category:Fitness, Healthy Lifestyle, Physiotherapy, Healthy Living, Member Value, Extras Cover, Conditions and Treatments, Injury and Rehabilitation
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Spicy Mushroom Noodles Recipe

Spicy Mushroom Noodles Recipe

Simon Toohey
BySimon Toohey
05 September 2024
This mushroom noodle soup is a nourishing and wholesome recipe, perfect for warming the body on cold winter days. Rich with earthy mushrooms, tender noodles, and a flavorful broth infused with aromatic herbs, this soup is both comforting and satisfying. Each spoonful brings warmth, making it an ideal dish to cozy up with when the temperatures drop. 
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Rainbow Radiance - A Purple Pledge for Young Pride

Rainbow Radiance - A Purple Pledge for Young Pride

ByDr. Leanne Hall
15 August 2024
The theme for Wear it Purple Day this year is Your Passion Your Pride. This is a day where Australians can show their support for our young LGBTQI+ community. This is important because ‘Rainbow’ young people in Australia continue to face challenges due to ongoing harassment and bullying, resulting high rates of mental distress and self-harm. Learn what you can do to support our young Australians. 
Category:Healthy Living, Teenagers, Member Value
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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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Food Safety – How to Keep Your Food, and Your Family Safe

Food Safety – How to Keep Your Food, and Your Family Safe

Jaime Rose Chambers
ByJaime Rose Chambers
13 May 2024
Most of us have been struck down with food poisoning at some stage in our lives and know just how horrible it can be. It’s estimated there are 5 million cases of food poisoning in Australia every year, with many needing to go to hospital and putting vulnerable populations at risk. The way we manage our food at every stage can be the difference between getting sick or not. There are four simple steps we can all follow to ensure food safety: Clean, separate, cook and chill. 
Category:Nutrition, General Medical, Family First
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Walking Your Way to Wellness - Is 10,000 Steps a Day Effective?

Walking Your Way to Wellness - Is 10,000 Steps a Day Effective?

ByPaula Ortiz
01 May 2024
Emerging 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 Living
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Morning Glow or Evening Ease - When to Take Your Vitamin D

Morning Glow or Evening Ease - When to Take Your Vitamin D

ByPaula Ortiz
01 May 2024
This vitamin, often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” is vital for maintaining many physiological processes in our bodies - from supporting bone health to modulating immune function, this nutrient's importance cannot be overstated.
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Tossing and turning - Unravelling the enigma of sleep and stress

Tossing and turning - Unravelling the enigma of sleep and stress

ByDr. Leanne Hall
19 April 2024

Stress and sleep are entangled in a vicious cycle. Cortisol, the stress hormone plays a pivotal role. When stress increases, sleep is disrupted. When we can’t sleep, we feel more stressed. While so many Australians’ report disrupted and poor sleep due to stress, there are ways you can break the cycle.

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Sleeping with your dog, is it better or worse for a good night's sleep?

Sleeping with your dog, is it better or worse for a good night's sleep?

Dr. Claire Stevens
ByDr. Claire Stevens
11 April 2024

Ah, sleeping with your furry friends - the ultimate comfort or a cause for debate? Dr Claire Stevens discusses the cosy world of snoozing with your pup – the good, the bad and the ugly!

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Short and Sweet - Can 10 Minutes Make a Difference

Short and Sweet - Can 10 Minutes Make a Difference

Tammy George
ByTammy George
08 April 2024
When leading a busy life, there are times when we can’t fit in everything. We may have the best intentions to make healthy choices in meals, sleep, and exercise, but it doesn’t always go to plan.
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Sandman 101’s A Psychiatrist’s Top Tips for Better Sleep

Sandman 101’s A Psychiatrist’s Top Tips for Better Sleep

Dr Kieran Kennedy
ByDr Kieran Kennedy
05 April 2024
Sleep is a key part to keeping our physical and mental health tracking well. So here we’ll hone in on some psychiatrist backed tips for improving not just sleep quantity, but, most importantly, quality too.
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Simplest weeknight pumpkin curry

Simplest weeknight pumpkin curry

Simon Toohey
BySimon Toohey
People think that pumpkins are a winter veg, and in some ways they are as they can last a long time throughout the colder months.  But pumpkins grow through summer, and the end of summer is the perfect time to grab a hold of your favourite pumpkin and make this dish.  Seasonal recipe packed full of flavour and amazingly inexpensive.
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The Crucial Role of Sleep in Health and Wellbeing

The Crucial Role of Sleep in Health and Wellbeing

Dr Gina Cleo
ByDr Gina Cleo
30 March 2024

Good quality sleep is easily the most underrated thing we can do for our health and wellbeing. So, let’s dive into the profound impact of quality sleep on overall health and wellbeing. From establishing healthy sleep habits and understanding common sleep conditions to exploring effective treatments, discover the essential keys to a rejuvenating night's rest.

In our fast-paced, modern world, where time is a precious commodity and constant connectivity is the norm, sleep often takes a backseat. However, the significance of quality sleep cannot be overstated when it comes to maintaining overall health and wellbeing. Adequate sleep is a cornerstone of a healthy lifestyle, contributing to physical, mental, and emotional vitality.

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7 tips for a better sleep (and healthier you!)

7 tips for a better sleep (and healthier you!)

Dr. Michela Sorensen
ByDr. Michela Sorensen
25 March 2024

Sleep. We might have been born knowing how to do it, yet so many people still struggle with it. In fact, 1 in 3 Australian’s aren’t getting enough sleep. Lack of sleep does more than just make you a bit cranky, it can lead to numerous health problems too. Here is what you can do to improve your sleep.

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The Sleep-Food Connection - How Your Diet Influences Your Zzzs

The Sleep-Food Connection - How Your Diet Influences Your Zzzs

Scott Henderson
ByScott Henderson
04 March 2024
Mindful eating and specific dietary choices can hack the quality and duration of your sleep.
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Sleep is essential for good health - Top tips for a healthy sleep

Sleep is essential for good health - Top tips for a healthy sleep

Jaime Rose Chambers
ByJaime Rose Chambers
03 March 2024

Sleep is one of the most essential human functions. It’s a time where our body and mind switch from ‘doing,’ to recharging and repairing. There are so many factors that can affect our sleep and when sleep is impaired, it can have major consequences on our mental and physical health. Sleep impacts our immune system, respiratory and cardiovascular (heart) systems and our metabolism and ability to manage our weight. The good news is that there are some changes we can make to our diet, lifestyle and night time habits to improve sleep quality. 

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