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No, you’re not imagining it. Your feet might be getting bigger

No, you’re not imagining it. Your feet might be getting bigger

Many people say their feet are getting bigger as they age. Experts share their thoughts.

  • by Trisha Pasricha

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One in three parents are extremely concerned about children’s mental health. Here’s how to help your kids
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One in three parents are extremely concerned about children’s mental health. Here’s how to help your kids

Bullying and screen time are the main issues affecting the wellbeing of primary school-aged Australian children, according to new research.

  • by Shona Hendley
‘Three meals of wholefoods’: A Home & Away star’s day on a plate

‘Three meals of wholefoods’: A Home & Away star’s day on a plate

Lynne McGranger, best known as Irene on the popular soap, gets top marks from Sunday Life’s dietitian, Dr Joanna McMillan.

  • by Nicole Economos
Driving anxiety is more common than you think. Here’s how to overcome it

Driving anxiety is more common than you think. Here’s how to overcome it

Some people begin to feel anxious behind the wheel after a car accident. For others, such fear strikes unexpectedly.

  • by Shona Hendley
What we can learn about longevity from the world’s fastest runners
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What we can learn about longevity from the world’s fastest runners

A new study of remarkable athletes holds clues for all of us about how to have longer and healthier lives. 

  • by Sarah Berry
Anger has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Here’s why

Anger has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease. Here’s why

While it’s a normal emotion, constant feelings of anger can have long-term health risks.

  • by Sabrina Malhi
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TV therapists wipe away the pain. Here in real life, it’s not so easy

TV therapists wipe away the pain. Here in real life, it’s not so easy

Another tragedy prompts more calls for action but when it comes to healing, there’s no quick fix.

  • by Genevieve Novak
When you’re feeling depressed, taking a shower can feel impossible

When you’re feeling depressed, taking a shower can feel impossible

For many people with depression, showering can feel like an especially difficult challenge. But there are ways to make it easier, experts say.

  • by Anna Gibbs
To avoid muscle loss as you age, consider picking up the pace

To avoid muscle loss as you age, consider picking up the pace

When done right, adding sprints to a workout can make your body stronger and more resilient.

  • by Michael Venutolo-Mantovani
Climate change is already affecting the way we exercise. What does the future hold?

Climate change is already affecting the way we exercise. What does the future hold?

Participation in sporting events has never been higher, but rising temperatures means an increasing number of events being cancelled due to extreme weather.

  • by Sarah Berry
‘An enormous bottle of electrolyte drink’: An opera singer’s day on a plate

‘An enormous bottle of electrolyte drink’: An opera singer’s day on a plate

Elena Xanthoudakis shares what she eats to fuel her day full of rehearsals.

  • by Nicole Economos