Back to the future

Before we get to what’s making a comeback, this is based on a piece in WA Today, and it does apply to Perth. But I’m pretty sure it’s not unique, and that this may be a trend we might be seeing more of. According to a new report, the average Australian spends roughly...

Move the Blues Away

 Exercise for mental health. I think this is something we have touched on previously in the podcast, but it is an issue that's worth revisiting, and in particular, some interesting new data is out. Now, you probably won't have seen this in the mainstream media because...

Movement is medicine

Chores are good for us. I can hear you all screaming already. Household chores typically aren't the most popular activity that people do through the course of the week. And I get it. It's not what you do for fun, but it keeps your house in order. And that can include...
Your Body Is Not Wired For Hypertension

Your Body Is Not Wired For Hypertension

Has your medical professional told you ... you are a candidate for hypertension? Have you been told to cut out salt? Over the past few decades, the medical industry put sodium on the bad list and got people to restrict or even cut out the salt in their diet. As...

To The Polls

To The Polls

Australia is about to go to the polls and as usual health is a “hot topic”. The turnover of prime ministers here has caused some bemusement. For those reading overseas, Australia does not elect its prime minister. To that extent we follow the UK system where the...

Headaches

Headaches

There are many causes of headaches - most are not serious. Treatment depends on the cause. https://youtu.be/5J6cYIuVAWA

Eat Bacon!

Eat Bacon!

Dr Joe debunks the nonsense peddled about meat. https://youtu.be/tKokvhnSVNc

Nature’s Way

Nature’s Way

Regular readers know that I am a strong supporter of the rights of individuals to live their lives as is best for them, without interfering with the rights of others to do things their way. Thus, whilst I do not personally follow it, I have no issue with anyone who...

10 Powerful Tips To Regrow Your Hair & Restore Balance

10 Powerful Tips To Regrow Your Hair & Restore Balance

Hair loss is a conversation that not too many of us talk about in public, unless you’re in the hair business. Or, maybe you whisper concerns to your best friend. I know men may feel less attractive when they find their hair is thinning. They confide, they have more...

The P 76 And Food Star Ratings

The P 76 And Food Star Ratings

Those old enough to remember the 1970’s may remember the P 76 motor car. It was supposed to be the best car ever built.  The manufacturers told the public it was based on best research and information. In the real world the car bombed. People found it to be an awful...

Coffee And Your Skin

Coffee And Your Skin

Is coffee good for your skin? And how much is too much? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W10Dnulmh9s

Aligning Actions With Purpose

Aligning Actions With Purpose

Recently I had the great privilege of being part of the Australian launch of the Global State of Tobacco Harm Reduction (GSTHR). In the 50 years to 2013, smoking rates in Australia fell sharply. In the 1980’s we led the world. However, a sense of “we know best” has...

The Benefits Of Yoga

The Benefits Of Yoga

Studies are now showing that people who do yoga 3x a week can lower their blood pressure. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39GfIKAfwR4

Vaping In Australia

Vaping In Australia

In this episode of Sky News with Gary Hardgrave Dr Joe and Terry Barnes discuss vaping in Australia. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lSa-0FBVE9c