Lifestyle
Health & wellness
Opinion
Diet
Farewell my toxic love, it’s been (artificially) sweet
News that an artificial sweetener in Diet Coke may be carcinogenic has forced me to go cold turkey. How I will miss its delicious fizziness.
- by Kerri Sackville
Latest
From learning Mandarin to photography: how a short course can be life-changing
Learning new skills can expand our sense of self and challenge our thinking.
- by Evelyn Lewin
The gear, training and fuel you need to become a better runner
With running season in full swing, it’s the perfect time to try for a personal best.
- by Sarah Berry
Whether you’re a football star or new runner, your boobs need support
My sports bra may be the ugliest undergarment I’ve ever owned, but it’s comfortable as ugg boots, writes Jenna Price.
- by Jenna Price
Opinion
Abortion
I’d never thought I’d say this, but it’s better for women in the US for this one reason
Why can we access the medication to end an unwanted pregnancy over the counter, but not the medication to avoid one altogether?
- by Madison Griffiths
Porridge with strawberries and peanut butter: How this Matildas star starts her day
Clare Wheeler, 25, shares her day on a plate.
- by Nicole Economos
‘Terrified to eat’: Does sugar actually feed cancer?
Many patients say they avoid sugary foods to help fight the disease, but you can’t starve a tumour.
- by Connie Chang
Yes, stress can cause hair loss. Here’s what to do about it
Stress-related hair loss is usually temporary, but following expert advice can help it stop sooner.
- by Melinda Wenner Moyer
Why is it so hard to find my veins for blood tests?
Getting hydrated in advance and warming up your arms can help you prepare for a blood draw.
- by Trisha Pasricha
This opera singer starts his day with a green juice. A simple tweak could make it more nutritious
Opera singer Diego Torre tries to avoid eating before his performance. Here, he shares his day on a plate.
- by Nicole Economos
What we’re still getting wrong about dopamine
The neurochemical has become a boogeyman for people worried about addiction and indulgence. But the real story is a lot more complex.
- by Dana G. Smith