The overlooked mineral in inner ear resilience
When we think about hearing loss, we tend to think about ageing or noise exposure. We rarely think about minerals. But the inner ear is not passive tissue. It is...
When we think about hearing loss, we tend to think about ageing or noise exposure. We rarely think about minerals. But the inner ear is not passive tissue. It is...
The longer we have the privilege of being alive (one of the ways I prefer to refer to ageing), some people might begin to notice subtle changes in their cognition....
For decades, cholesterol has been positioned as something to fear – a number to drive down at all costs. Yet, cholesterol is not the villain it’s often made out to...
We live in a world where it can feel as though there’s a “fix” for every wrinkle, every line, every perceived “imperfection”. Injectables have become so normalised that people are...
If your skin tends to flare, redden, itch, sting or break out the moment summer arrives, please know you’re not alone. I hear from so many people who say things...
Looking after your joint health becomes even more of a priority, the longer we spend on the planet. Joints are crucial to our mobility and if they start to become...
Osteo-arthritis, a condition affecting millions worldwide, manifests as pain and inflammation in the joints. It can often feel like a life sentence of managing symptoms, but it doesn’t have to...
The human brain is a marvel of complexity and capability, orchestrating everything from our physical movements to our innermost thoughts and emotions. As we age, this extraordinary organ undergoes a...
What we put on our skin matters. Our skin isn’t just a protective barrier; it’s a dynamic, living organ that absorbs much of what we apply to it. This means...
Unfortunately, it’s not something that is commonly tested for unless there are certain risk factors or clinical signs present that suggest investigations are warranted. Part of the challenge with this...
As children we typically feel excited about getting older, with milestones like reaching the double digits and dreams of what the absolute independence of adulthood will be like. Then we...
I could have picked any age really: 30, 40 or 50 and beyond. We notice changes at all ages, but it is often the zero years that have us honing...
Ageing is a natural part of life that we don’t need to fear; it's a privilege to experience it. Your changing skin, hair colour or body in no way detract...
You probably look in the mirror every day—but are you really seeing what’s going on? Our outer reflection tells us a story about what is happening inside our body. This...
Do you find yourself regularly forgetting where you put the keys? Or do you often walk into a room only to forget what you were going in there for? When...
Many of us are aware that as we get older, we need to take even greater care of our bone health to maintain our bone density and prevent osteoporosis. So,...