Category: lifestyle

How do you balance food and work? Morning teas, working lunches and after-work drinks coupled with sedentary office jobs and long commutes has lead to inconspicuous weight gain for many Australians. In this blog post, Susie explains that while she doesn’t expect working Aussies to be purists and avoid every morning tea, there are ways to understand (and manage) the most common office food traps.

The Perth Wildcats announce partnership with HIF, who have joined the team as a diamond partner for at least the next two seasons. HIF managing director Graeme Gibson said: "HIF is excited to be on the Perth Wildcats team. We are confident that this sponsorship will help encourage our members to live more healthy and active lives and make better choices about their health."

If you've been feeling under the weather recently, why not give this chicken soup recipe a go? Perfect for winter, the nutritional benefits are especially great for those suffering from cold and flu symptoms…

If you've suffered from cold and flu symptoms this season, you'll know how miserable it can make you feel. And if not – well, lucky you! In this article, Susie explains why hydration is key to staying healthy through winter, offers her top tips for keeping flu symptoms at bay, and explains the origins of why chicken soup is believed to have healing powers…

Congenital amputee Brant Garvey from WA recently embarked on a mission to raise $20,000 to purchase a running leg (running blade) which will increase his competition time and allow him to run without pain. Thanks to more than 300 generous community members at a recent quiz night in WA, including a generous donation from HIF which raised $1,100 as an auction piece, Brant has now raised enough money to purchase a running blade and secure his position representing Australian in the ITU World Triathlon Grand Final in London on 4 September 2013. Read on to find out more about Brant and learn how you can help support his journey….

When you travel, your schedule and body rhythms are thrown completely out. You tend to be eating when you should be sleeping, and sleeping when you should be eating. Your entire routine can be completely different to the one you keep at home. But don't worry, there's a solution to combat the stress of these changes! Brian explains all…

Ever wondered what type of running shoe is best for treadmills? According to HIF fitness expert, Brian, it’s very important to determine what type of shoe suits your foot strike and running pattern. In this post, Brian answers a reader’s concern by explaining how to determine the type of foot he has, and offers his expert advice on the perfect running shoe to purchase.

Did you know there could be ‘variations’ in your mouth that make you unique? We’re not talking about diseases like tooth decay, but rather conditions which are considered to be a ‘variation on normal’. According to Dr Emma, these are physical quirks that not everyone has, but simply sets us apart from the crowd. Read Dr Emma’s latest post to find out more.

Do you know how to manage your metabolism? According to Susie, there are five top tips which support optimal fuel burning on a daily basis. In this post, Susie explains these nutritional tips in detail and offers her own advice on why mastering your own metabolism is so important.

Amalgam fillings – should you have them removed? According to Dr Emma, “Although recent evidence has shown that the removal of amalgam fillings will reduce the level of mercury in your body, it is yet to be seen whether or not there are any long term health benefits.” In this post, Dr Emma answers a reader’s concerns by explaining the best way to remove old amalgam restorations. She also discusses why it’s important to weigh up the perceived benefits with the potential risks before completing this procedure.

In this post for our Healthy Lifestyle Blog, Susie Burrell answers a reader’s concern by explaining the possible reasons for her constant bloating and offers her expert advice on what foods to avoid/eliminate to relieve her symptoms.