Medical News Articles

What happens to our muscles during spaceflight and when living on Mars?

The inactivity of astronauts during spaceflights presents a significant risk to their muscles, says a new study in The Journal […]

Kale chips

These crispy homemade chips are packed with flavour and nutrients. It’s amazing that just by drying kale, a delicious leafy green, you end up with such a tasty and simply crafted snack.

Avocado and coconut ice cream

This raw food recipe for vegan icecream with avocado and coconut is not only vegan, it’s also sugar free and gluten free. But it’s rich, sweet, super creamy vegan dessert that is adaptable and easy.

New 20 minute surgical technique gives rhythm back to perforated eardrums

A revolutionary surgical technique for treating perforations of the tympanic membrane (eardrum) in children and adults has been developed at […]

Happy family having roast chicken dinner at table

Vegetable Lasagne with a Twist

A recipe for a calcium rich vegetable lasagna. Suitable for vegetarians, this recipe tastes fantastic served hot or cold with a side salad. Contains spinach, carrot and mozzarella cheese.

Test tube reveals new ageing cause

Chemists from The Australian National University have discovered a new way that ageing-related diseases can progress, opening up new preventative […]

This very low fat recipe makes a healthy tomato and vegetable stew that's perfect with wholegrain rice or pasta for a nutritious family meal. It's suitable for people who are lactose intolerant or at risk of developing hypercholesterolaemia, as well as those who follow vegan,...

Sweet potato and date salad

A deliciously healthy salad recipe packed with essential nutrients like calcium, vitamins and omega 3 fatty acids. Lisa's sweet potato salad makes a great side dish when entertaining, or a quick and easy meal at any time. Contains celery, coloured vegetables, tuna and feta.

Spinach and Baked Veggie Salad

This low-fat spinach recipe makes a healthy light meal, entrée or side dish, and is perfect for people who are following a cholesterol-free diet or are at risk of developing hypercholesterolaemia. Contains sweet potato, cherry tomatoes and capsicum for a gourmet taste. Your kids...