The Art of Healing

Then Almitra spoke saying, we would ask now of Death. And he said you would know the secret of death. But how shall you find it unless you seek it in the heart of life? The owl whose night-bound eyes are blind unto the day cannot unveil the mystery o

Looking at 2,907 Finnish adults with an elevated risk for type 2 diabetes, this study is the first to examine the effects of a group-based lifestyle intervention implemented in primary health care on risk factors for Type 2 Diabetes. The lifestyle in

In rankings of the most popular hobbies, reading is consistently ranked highly. It’s not hard to see why: reading is simultaneously engaging and relaxing, and it's fun to do alone. But a team of researchers at the Beckman Institute for Advanced Scien

There is growing evidence on the mental health benefits of being around nature. “We intuitively know that the presence of birdsong and birds helps lift our mood. However, there is little research that has actually investigated the impact of birds on

Leprosy, one of humanity’s oldest and most persistent diseases, is caused by two parasitic bacteria, Mycobacterium leprae or Mycobacterium lepromatosis. These microbes damage skin, nerves, and other tissues during their infection. Contrary to the sti

The WAVS trial (the Women’s Study for the Alleviation of Vasomotor Symptoms) found that a plant-based diet rich in soy, reduced moderate to severe hot flushes by 88%, and helped women lose on average, eight pounds in 12 weeks. The researchers do not

Burnout is a very real thing and can come from taking on too much responsibility at once, without setting up healthy boundaries. Taking a breather is so crucial. You have to give yourself time to refill your own cup so that you have something to pour

For the first time, researchers have found that muscle weakness marked by grip strength, a proxy for overall strength capacity, is associated with accelerated biological age. Specifically, the weaker your grip strength, the older your biological age.

A study led by researchers at NYU Grossman School of Medicine involved a study of 567 men and women whose hearts stopped beating while hospitalised, and who received CPR between May 2017 and March 2020 in the U.S. and the U.K. Survivors reported havi

The deep blue yonder is often reduced to footnotes and passing mentions in international accords that aim to unite our world in sustainable practices. To move beyond token efforts and develop guidelines that truly ensure future generations can contin

Previously it was assumed no Marine Protected Area (MPA) could be large enough to protect species that travel long distances, such as tuna. But scientists aboard fishing boats outside the Papahanaumokuākea Marine National Monument in Hawai’i have obs

A new diabetes report has revealed the spiralling impact of diabetes and warned that unless urgent action is taken the condition and its complications threatens to overwhelm the Australian health system. The report; Change the Future: Reducing the im

Research for the Foodbank Hunger Report was conducted in July 2022 and based on the previous 12 months. An online survey of 4,024 Australians aged 18 years or older was undertaken, which was nationally representative of age, gender, state and locatio

A new study, published in the journal Science Advances, provides insight into the neurobiological mechanisms by which mindfulness treats addiction. Eric Garland, lead author of the paper (see side panel), says the study builds on previous research me

Since the financial crash of 2008, homelessness has risen exponentially across the western world. In Britain, it has increased by 165 per cent since 2010. While politicians in places like Hungary and the city of Tennessee in the U.S. have responded b

Covid-19 has a lot to answer for in terms of deepening the sense of loneliness we’re experiencing. Many have lost touch with their local communities, next door neighbours, work colleagues, friends and family. It’s changed the tapestry of our communit

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on wellness has been complex, and temporarily put a pause on many wellness services, businesses, and activities. Simultaneously however, it has also accelerated interest in self-care, prevention, and immunity. Whil

The focus on building and managing mentally healthy workplaces is growing. In Australia, Safe Work Australia has put out model Work Health and Safety (WHS) laws with more specific inclusions about psychosocial hazards. In 2022 these were taken up by

The thought of resurfacing after these past couple of years, and actively taking part in ‘the recovery process’ can be daunting. There are ways to start this process however, and one of them is as simple as taking some time off, or enjoying a slow ho

Far more than a lack of technological acumen, sufficient funds, or new discoveries, our culture’s skewed idea of normality is the single biggest impediment to fostering a healthier world, even keeping us from acting on what we already know. Its occlu

It was the late 1950’s and we were on a family holiday in our British-built Vanguard sedan heading to the Grampian Mountains, our new small tear-shaped ‘Globe Trotter’ caravan affixed behind. I see us now: John and I are standing, gripping the back o

SERVES: 2 A midweek meal that’s our take on a noodle salad using our rainforest favourite, the boonjie (or smallleaved) tamarind. Feel free to use any kind of noodle that you enjoy. 200 g (7 oz) bean noodles or soba noodles ¼ cup (50 g) karkalla or o

SERVES: 4 We like to use bunya nuts as a straight substitute for pine nuts. The best thing about them is they’re also about a hundred times bigger (slight exaggeration), so you only need a few to pack a punch. 4 cups (1 litre) vegetable or chicken st

SERVES: 10 Kind of like a super-grown-up chia pudding, in trifle form. Give it a go for any festive occasion — the flavours are incredible. You can use chia in place of tapioca if you prefer, and any fruity liqueur or syrup will work for the sponge.