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O Canada!
(Tuesday, 31 August 2010)

OUR fearless layout desiginer Diane Igglesden went undercover in the land of mounties, maple syrup and religiously fanatic ice hockey fans recently. Luckily, she lived to tell the tale, and we'll be bringing you her trip in three parts. This week: The Calgary Stampede
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Cupcake Couture!
(Tuesday, 24 August 2010)

DO you remember when you had your first cupcake? Perhaps your mum baked them on the weekend and gave them to you as a reward for not tearing the place apart, or they were given out at a schoolyard chum’s birthday party.
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Are your hormones making you fat?
(Tuesday, 17 August 2010)

Lisa Bennett, our resident expert on hormones, shares her thoughts on how hormones can make us fatter.
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The enduring beauty of Asia
(Tuesday, 10 August 2010)

ONCE upon a time, a trip to Europe was the pinnacle of travel for most Australians. Now though, thanks to low-cost travel deals, many people are discovering the exotic opportunities Asia has to offer, and who can blame them?
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How I learned to stop worrying and love my age
(Tuesday, 3 August 2010)

THERE comes a point in every person’s life when they start to embarrass their children or grandchildren on a regular basis. Whether it be though wearing a ludicrously hideous fluro-lycra number while listening to the Hair soundtrack or gyrating your hips to the latest top 40 track, younger people seem to be afraid of old people doing anything exuberant.
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The dirty secrets of the cosmetics and personal care industry
(Tuesday, 20 July 2010)

DO you really know what’s in that stay-on lipstick you bought for $60? Have you ever wondered what makes it stay on for so long? And those fancy names on the label of your moisturiser: micro-liposomes, thermal spring, hydra-treatment, bio sculpting complex, ultrasomes. What are these?
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3DTV: Gimmick or must have?
(Tuesday, 13 July 2010)

STILL in its infancy, 3DTV is poised to be the next big thing in home entertainment – at least that is what the big name brands are telling us. SuperLiving takes an in-depth look at the technology to determine if it is a gimmick or a must have.
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Breast Angels
(Tuesday, 6 July 2010)

HAVE you ever read magazine stories about women who have chosen to have their breasts removed? I have and I remember thinking, “Gee, I am glad I am not in that position”. Fast forward a few years and that was exactly the position in which I found myself. Sharon Tregoning, founder of Breast ANGELS, shares her story.
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Reader recipes: Wizz Bang Sherbet Cupcakes
(Tuesday, 6 July 2010)

HAVE you noticed the cupcake revolution? Trendy pink cafes catering exclusively to cupcake fans are taking over cafe country and who can say no to these nostalgic and sultry sweets?
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Foods that eat your teeth
(Tuesday, 29 June 2010)

IT’S well known that lollies and fizzy drinks cause tooth decay, but a recent study has warned that many so-called natural and healthy snacks such as some muesli bars, fruit drinks and sugar-free options are also rotting our teeth.
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Are personal trainers worth the cost?
(Tuesday, 29 June 2010)

THE emergence of boot camps and outdoor training groups in the past few years has resulted in increased concerns about the level of qualification and experience of the trainers who run these programs. The minimum requirement for a personal trainer in Australia is an eight-week course. SuperLiving investigates the risk this level of experience poses to the average Australian and their body.
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Video recipe: Creamy bacon spaghetti carbonara
(Tuesday, 22 June 2010)

ALTHOUGH it is incredibly delicious, most Italian cooking is also deceptively simple. Fresh, basic ingredients in generous servings combine in a matter of moments into dishes the family will ask for again and again. All home cooks should know how to make a creamy bacon spaghetti carbonara. It’s like a big warm hug in a bowl, perfect for chilly evenings or a late afternoon snack. Now make it yourself with this helpful video recipe.
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Quality of life doesn't begin at 40
(Tuesday, 15 June 2010)

PEOPLE in their early 20s or mid-60s have a better quality of life than those who are middle-aged, according to a new survey.
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Pearls of the Kimberley
(Tuesday, 8 June 2010)

THERE is something about observing nature that lifts the human spirit, reconnecting us with the land and reminding us we really are living in a lucky country.
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Video recipe: Cafe-quality banana bread
(Tuesday, 1 June 2010)

THERE is nothing more satisfying on a dreary morning than ducking into your favourite coffee shop for a cuppa and a slice of warm toasted banana bread with butter. Why not save yourself a few pennies each week (some cafes can charge as much as $4.50 a slice!) and bring that cafe-quality recipe home?
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Statin deception: What you should know
(Tuesday, 25 May 2010)

MILLIONS of Australians are prescribed cholesterol-lowering drugs called statins, such as Pravachol, Zocor and Lipitor, each year at a cost of more than $1 billion – in many cases with very little benefit and a host of negative side effects. At best, many of these drugs lower the actual risk of heart attack or stroke by less than 1% and, at the same time, have serious side-effects in up to 5% of the population of users.
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Escape to warmer climes
(Tuesday, 18 May 2010)

WHY decide on just one iconic beachfront holiday when you can travel the length of the Queensland coast in stress-free style. If the temperature drop is less than attractive, now is the time to book your winter escape to warmer a clime. Can’t decide between the attractions of the Whitsundays, Hinchinbrook and Cairns? Escape by train and visit them all on a customised (and affordable) 14-day escape by train.
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Men suffer from osteoporosis too
(Tuesday, 11 May 2010)

THERE is a common misconception among Australian men that osteoporosis only affects women, but while it is less common, the disease in men can cause higher disability and death rates than in women.
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Reader recipes: Traditional Tiramisu
(Tuesday, 27 April 2010)

ALTHOUGH there is some debate as to the exact origins of Italy’s most famous dessert, one thing is certain – Tiramisu (meaning “pick me up”) will delight your guests and inspire impassioned after-dinner conversation. Serve it with a strong espresso, or a generous slug of your favourite nightcap. Recipe by competition winner Rachel Scuderi.
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Home-grown heroes
(Tuesday, 20 April 2010)

THE ANZAC long weekend is only a few days away and to help you commemorate the ANZAC spirit we are pleased to bring you this great selection of home-grown heroes. Get these great Australian and New Zealand wines delivered to your door at “mates rates”, exclusive to SuperLiving readers. So go on, raise your glass in a toast to all the men and women who have fought for our freedom, and make this long weekend a special one.
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Video: Dealing with OCD, phobias and anxiety
(Tuesday, 13 April 2010)

FEEL a little claustrophobic in the lift? Wash your hands a few more times than necessary? Feel anxious in large crowds? Twenty per cent of Australians will suffer a mental health problem at some stage in their life with 12% experiencing an anxiety disorder of some kind. You may have a mild phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder or anxiety. This fascinating video from Mayo Clinic will have you seeing your own behaviours in a whole new light.
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Weather warning: Australian snapshot shows climate change reality
(Tuesday, 6 April 2010)

THE climate change debate is expected to heat up, literally, following the release of a study which indicates that Australians should prepare for more extremely hot days, fewer cold ones, wetter days in the north and drier days in the south.
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Easter Show competition winners: divine Figolli from Malta
(Tuesday, 30 March 2010)

FIGOLLI is an Easter tradition from Malta – delicious almond-filled cakes topped with icing sugar and Easter eggs. They can be given out to family, friends and teachers as an alternative to Easter eggs, used as a delicious centrepiece to your Easter fare or just enjoyed with a cuppa. Recipe by competition winner Jennifer Agius.
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When more is more
(Tuesday, 23 March 2010)

A LITTLE extra padding in our twilight years can go a long way to improving our life expectancy and the body’s resilience in old age, according to a recent study at The University of Western Australia. Finally, some evidence that the spare tyre might just come in handy.
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Use it or lose it: fun and games to excite your grey matter
(Tuesday, 23 March 2010)

IT is well documented that we need a combination of diet, exercise and social interaction to look after our brains.
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St Patrick’s Day fare
(Tuesday, 16 March 2010)

TO celebrate St Patrick’s Day, here are some delicious recipes to help you bring the hearty traditional fare of Ireland home. Try our delicious Irish lamb stew and learn the secret to making a real Irish coffee.
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Grow and eat it
(Tuesday, 9 March 2010)

AS the weather becomes bearable again, it’s time to get back into the garden. No food tastes better than the home-grown variety, and gardening show host Vasili Kanidiadis shares a few green thumb secrets that will get your garden flourishing.
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Get ready for digital TV
(Tuesday, 2 March 2010)

BETWEEN 2010 and 2013 all analog free-to-air television signals will be switched off and replaced with digital-only signals. You’ve probably seen the advertising campaigns and may be curious to know how this will affect you. SuperLiving answers your questions on the switch to digital television.
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Muppets raise awareness
(Tuesday, 23 February 2010)

FEBRUARY is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and Ovarian Cancer Australia is using an unusual method of raising awareness of the life-threatening disease – through puppetry.
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Stemming the lies
(Tuesday, 16 February 2010)

STEM cell treatments have become one of the great medical promises of the age. But even though most of the treatments now being offered commercially are unproven, Australians are flocking to overseas stem cell “clinics” in search of a miracle cure.
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