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As Christmas approaches, many of us set new intentions for better health, but it’s easy to be swept up by festive marketing and quick fixes. At this time of year, inboxes and social feeds overflow with shiny promises—miracle supplements, rapid results, and “shortcut” solutions. But genuine, lasting ...

As we age, maintaining muscle and strength becomes critical for independence and quality of life. Sarcopenia—age-related muscle loss and frailty—affects many older adults, leading to weakness, falls, and even fractures. Every year, around 19,000 Australians experience a hip fracture, and 91% of thes...

Stress is more than just feeling frazzled. When your body senses stress, it releases cortisol, a hormone that’s helpful in short bursts but harmful when it lingers. Persistently raised cortisol alters metabolism, spikes cravings, and signals your body to store fat—particularly around your tummy.

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When it comes to lasting weight loss, mindset matters more than most people realise. Food, movement, sleep, and stress management are all essential parts of the puzzle — but it’s your mindset that drives your actions every single day, especially when life feels challenging.

If you’ve ever found you...

Life can feel like an endless juggling act. Between work, kids, ageing parents, home life, and everything in between—finding time to eat well can seem impossible. But healthy eating doesn’t have to mean perfection or hours in the kitchen.

I’m Dr Mary from Real Life Medicine, and as a solo mum with ...

Menopause is a natural life stage—but for many women, it brings physical, emotional, and metabolic changes that can feel overwhelming. From weight gain and brain fog to fatigue and mood shifts, it’s easy to feel lost in the mix of symptoms and advice out there. That’s why, in honour of World Menopau...

Hunger is the number one reason most diets fail. The good news is, you don’t need to feel hungry or deprived to lose weight and get healthy.

For years, people were told to “eat less and push through.” That old-school advice ignores how hunger really works. It’s not a sign of weakness; it’s driven b...

Many people don’t realise just how much the gut influences overall health. As Dr Mary and Dr Lucy share on the Real Health and Weight Loss Podcast, the gut is a complex system that impacts everything from cravings and mood to weight and inflammation. This week, we’re rounding up five clear, practica...

Real health is about so much more than weight loss. It’s about how you feel in your own skin, how you show up in your life, and how much energy you have for the things that matter most.

At the heart of lasting health is metabolic health, the way your body manages energy, hormones, blood sugar, and ...

There’s so much misinformation out there about weight loss. Whether it’s miracle pills, fad diets or the idea that a single food can solve everything, sorting science from fiction can feel daunting. The truth is, sustainable weight management isn’t about punishing rules—it’s about understanding the ...

This week we’re shining the spotlight on one of the most underestimated nutrients for long-term metabolic health: protein.  

• Episode 40: Protein and Weight Loss
• Episode 92: The Power of Protein
• Episode 138: Are Protein Powders and Shakes Good for Weight Loss?
  
• Episode 197: Creatine for Muscle H...

This week, we’re doing something a little different with Friday 5 at 5.

We have been thinking a lot about this and it's taken time to gather and formulate our thoughts around the blurred lines between health and beauty.

Health or Beauty? For Many, It’s Not Clear

Beauty has always held a certai...