Staying motivated, positive and healthy in these uncertain times, can be challenging. Yet, there has never been a more important time to look after ourselves. Boost your mood and wellbeing with My health for life’s top tips.

Many people often aren’t aware they are having a heart attack, with research showing that more than six million Australians cannot recognise the typical warning signs of a heart attack.

With working from home here to stay for the foreseeable future, and the temptation of sedentary behaviour creeping in when the weather starts to cool, you need a game plan to get you working out on a consistent basis. One of the best ways to make a move towards more regular exercise is to make it a date.

When the weather cools and we go into hibernation, there’s something magical about creating and consuming foods that comfort the soul. Accredited Practising Dietitian and My health for life health coach Sarah Muller reminds us of the importance of also upping our vegetable intake.

The liver doesn’t get as much attention as the heart and lungs, but our livers need some lovin’ too. We spoke with the experts at Hepatitis Queensland about why it’s important to look after our livers and what we can do to make these workhorses of the human body feel more appreciated.

Pronounced poh-keh, (as opposed to pokey), this traditional fish salad in a bowl originated from Hawaii where it was the food of choice for humble fishermen. Today, poke is found at even the flashiest of restaurants and can be as simple or gourmet as you please.

If the festive season has you feeling burdened or overwhelmed, rather than excitedly counting the days until the big fella comes, it’s important to have a few coping strategies to see you past the New Year.