Wishing Well Blog                             

Our doctors are shaking up the health and wellness space. Their aim is to share news and views to help you make healthier lifestyle choices.
 

November 14, 2014

A choo!
 What is your allergy trigger? Pollen. Dust. Pet dander. Hay fever sufferers know all too well the relentless symptoms of a runny nose, watery eyes, and itchy skin.  But it’s not just people with hay fever who suffer at this time of the year. Those diagnosed wi...

September 11, 2014

The all too familiar sound of sausages sizzling on the ‘barbie’, the hiss of beer being opened and the slap of mozzies being squashed will soon be upon us.

Aside from leaving an uncomfortable, itchy welt, I urge you to prevent mozzie bites altogether. Ross River (RRV) a...

September 11, 2014

Makes 24 | Preparation time: 20 minutes | Cooking time: 20-25 minutes

Ingredients

3 eggs  (I have my chooks to thank for fresh eggs)
1 cup brown sugar  (or coconut sugar)
1 cup vegetable oil
1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp mixed spice (or ginger)
2 large ripe bananas, ma...

September 10, 2014

Discover a healthy Hummingbird muffin and carrot slinky lunch box surprise the kids will love.

August 12, 2014

Did you know there's an online tool available that can assess whether you're at risk of developing type 2 diabetes?  Are you one of the two million Australians at risk? Find out here and then visit your GP.

 

July 23, 2014

In small amounts, alcohol of any kind increases the good cholesterol in your blood. Red wine in particular has been linked to reduced blood pressure and a decreased risk of type 2 diabetes.  But just as there are benefits associated with drinking small amounts of alcoh...

June 26, 2014

Discover how balancing healthy snacks with vegan stir-fried rice supplies Dr Kara with all the energy she needs for a busy day at work. Great for the kids too.

 

 

June 10, 2014

Cold or flu. Can you tell the difference?

Colds can make us feel pretty awful but being struck down with flu can be more serious, particularly for those made vulnerable due to age or illness. Can you tell the difference between cold or flu symptoms?

Find out how. Cl...

June 10, 2014

Your whole family will love this recipe...

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 cup rolled oats

  • 1 cup desiccated coconut

  • 1/2 cup wheatgerm

  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds

  • 1/2 cup sunflower kernels

  • 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas)

  • 1 cup sultanas

  • 125g butter

  • 1/2 c...

June 10, 2014

Immunisation protects children (and adults) against harmful infections before they come into contact with them. Immunisation uses the body's natural defences to build resistance. The routine childhood immunisations given in Australia protects against 13 serious childho...

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