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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?

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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
Spicy Mushroom Noodles Recipe

Spicy Mushroom Noodles Recipe

Simon Toohey
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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. 
Category:Recipes, Healthy Living
Rainbow Radiance - A Purple Pledge for Young Pride

Rainbow Radiance - A Purple Pledge for Young Pride

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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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Hospital Cover

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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Simplest weeknight pumpkin curry

Simplest weeknight pumpkin curry

Simon Toohey
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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.
Category:Recipes, Nutrition
The Crucial Role of Sleep in Health and Wellbeing

The Crucial Role of Sleep in Health and Wellbeing

Dr Gina Cleo
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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.

Category:Healthy Sleep Practices
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
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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. 

Category:Healthy Lifestyle, Healthy Sleep Practices
Diet and Prostate Cancer - How can men take control and reduce their risk?

Diet and Prostate Cancer - How can men take control and reduce their risk?

Jaime Rose Chambers
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Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in Australia and the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Australian men, however survival rates are relatively high and continuing to improve as more is discovered. Diet, lifestyle and complementary therapy use is common in men for prevention as well as those who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer because there is now some promising research to show it may help to prevent or slow the disease.  
Category:Nutrition, General Medical, Healthy Living
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