Trailing from the southern tip of Japan are a string of tiny islands; some inhabited, others wild. These islands are distinctly tropical, fringed by coral reefs and a bright blue sea. Think white sand, hawiian shirts and seafood thrice daily. Welcome to Okinawa Prefecture. Markedly different from mainland Japan, Okinawa or Ryūkyū’ (琉球) has drawn […]
Today, many people are confused about what to eat. With so many diets, programs, and philosophies flying around, it’s understandable. Culinary traditions, passed down through generations, have taken a backseat to what’s cheap or convenient, and much nutritional wisdom has been lost. At Spinecare, we want to provide holistic, whole-person support for better health – […]
What’s something you really love to do? Maybe you’re into craft or pottery, surfing or paragliding, teaching your kids about the natural world, or reading in the garden. Whatever makes you happy, the good news is – it’ll do the same for your immune system. Not so long ago, people would have laughed at the […]
[It’s Spinal Health Week! From May 20 – 26 we’re putting your spine on a pedestal, celebrating its vital role in health and wellbeing. Today we pay tribute to the simple act of walking, sharing the many benefits it brings to the spine and nervous system – and how to make it a daily habit you’ll […]
Are you dreading Easter? Surrounded by all that sugar and cocoa and brightly-coloured candy, designed to attract the human eye? For anyone on a diet, Easter can feel like one big temptation, waiting to derail all your hard work and healthy habits. Even worse, it may seem like you have only two choices: either say […]
If slapstick comedy has taught us anything, it’s that slipping on a banana peel can have serious consequences. Accidents happen. Life is risky. But for athletes and people who love sport, there’s a greater chance you might hurt yourself; especially if you’re in one of the below categories. Kids & adolescents Kids and young people […]
There are heaps of things kids turn their noses up at. Unless you’ve got a super-cultured four-year-old, there’s slim chance that olives, mushrooms, pickles, broccoli, stinky fish, stinky cheese, dark chocolate or sauerkraut will make the menu. (But here are 33 foods that will.) Sometimes even water proves unpalatable, seen as the tasteless and boooo-riiiing […]
Everyone has one. Sometimes two or three. Those friends who seem to be able to accomplish anything with ease, quietly kicking goals while the rest of us are still trying to kick our coffee habit. From the outside, these committed, unflappable folk – up and running at 5:30am and home before our head has left […]
Perhaps it’s the twinkling Christmas decos, or the sound of carols on the breeze – whatever the reason, this time of year always feels a little magical. And with this magic comes a desire to reflect; basking in the glow of the fairy lights or taking a post-lunch siesta is the perfect opportunity to look […]
Have you ever tried to break a bad habit? Coffee, smoking, addiction to Instagram. What about create a good habit? Start exercising, eat more vegetables, floss. If you’re a human interested in health, chances are you have. And how did you go? It’s no secret; changing habits is hard – even for the steeliest and […]
What can cut, burn and double you over? Back pain. Have you experienced it? Felt that debilitating tightness and spasm that stops you in your tracks? Perhaps you’re battling back pain right now. If so, you’re not alone – 85% of the Australian population can say the same. The good news is, this article will […]
What’s more important: eating healthy foods or thinking healthy thoughts? For many people, the answer is clear: what you put into your body, of course! That’s the tangible, material stuff – feeding cells, tissues and organs and directly influencing our health. But you might be surprised to know that thoughts – what you believe, how […]
Today, we’re letting you in on an age-old health practice that treats everything from obesity to fatigue. This special therapy is great for blood pressure, protecting the heart and helping you solve sudoku. Best of all, it’s totally free and can be done anywhere – provided you’re comfortable. Have you guessed it? We’re talking about […]
The days are short, the mornings are dark and getting out of bed is a drag. Excitement feels like a thing of the past, and if you had to pick a new middle name it would be: Grumpy. Winter is here. For many people, it’s the season of low mood and rapidly diminishing motivation. But […]
June is immune month at Spinecare, and not just because it rhymes. As the cold weather takes hold, so do lurgies – sore throats, snotty noses and lingering coughs – and for anyone with kids, winter can feel like an illness merry-go-round. While it’s normal for young immune systems to be regularly challenged, there are […]