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...

Outcomes Matter More Than Intentions

In sport, you can tell how you or in a team sport, your team is traveling by the scoreboard. It's not to say that winning is everything, and you can certainly enjoy playing sport for the enjoyment of playing sport. That's a good thing. But if you want to know whether...
Today Show – Getting The Right Amount Of Sunshine

Today Show – Getting The Right Amount Of Sunshine

Too much sun exposure can lead to skin cancer. Too little can leave us Vitamin D deficient. Treat sunshine with respect but do not be scared of being out in it. [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0YkVpZpOeA[/youtube]

10 Motivation Tips To Lose The Last 5kgs

10 Motivation Tips To Lose The Last 5kgs

Everybody talks about how hard it is to lose the last 5 kgs, though it is possible to make it easier! Here are some secret mindset & psychology tips to help you lean up… Tell yourself it’s easy. That old quote from Henry Ford: “If you think you can or you think...

Today Show – Beating Stress

Today Show – Beating Stress

There is much that can stress us. Yet there is much we can do to beat stress. [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PL3CVt4l44[/youtube]

Invitation To Get Stupid Accepted

Invitation To Get Stupid Accepted

“Here’s an invitation to the whole wide world From your brother to your sister to your best friends girl Can’t excuse it No excuses Everybody get stupid” This is a catchy song and the chorus gets in your head. The invitation to get stupid seems to have taken hold in...

Today Show – E Cigarettes

Today Show – E Cigarettes

Containing only nicotine ,which is not carcinogenic, e-cigarettes are helpful for those wanting to quit smoking. Yet current regulations make them hard to access. [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cFSH1G77xl8[/youtube]

Pink Viagra? No It Is Not!

Pink Viagra? No It Is Not!

A company called Sprout pharmaceuticals was bought last week for $US1 billion. Not bad for a company which, according to the New York Times, was created in 2011, has 34 employees and has had $US100 million invested since its inception. The company was formed to...

Today Show – City To Surf

Today Show – City To Surf

If you are running or walking the City to Surf, or doing any running, there are very simple ways to avoid injury. [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xk7soNQUJMc[/youtube]

Can We Overcome Alzheimer’s?

Can We Overcome Alzheimer’s?

A while ago we took the grandchildren ice-skating. It was wonderful seeing them have a go – the first time with skates on. The experience made me realize something quite important. I have skated since I was 8 years of age, having grown up in Canada. The last time I...

Marketing Sickness

Marketing Sickness

When markets reach “maturity” it is normal business practice to look for new markets. If you are selling consumer products there is no problem with this. But what if you are selling pharmaceuticals? Figures from the USA show that adults are now the biggest market for...

Today Show – Meth Addiction

Today Show – Meth Addiction

The problems with methamphetamines have been developing for over ten years. It is finally getting some attention. Although the silence of the public health lobby is deafening. [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ICIElpVNt0[/youtube]