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Wellbeing is essential to the Australian Defence Force (ADF) as it directly impacts operational readiness, performance, and overall morale. When ADF personnel are physically fit, mentally resilient, and emotionally balanced, they can fulfil their duties effectively, make sound decisions, and enhance team dynamics. Prioritizing wellbeing creates a supportive environment, recognizes the sacrifices of personnel, and improves job satisfaction and retention. It also proactively addresses mental health challenges, reduces stress, and promotes psychological resilience among ADF members. By investing in the wellbeing of its personnel, the ADF ensures readiness, cohesion, and the overall success of military missions.

Eating less protein may ‘slow’ ageing. But here’s why the evidence isn’t clear‑cut

A review of 350+ studies suggests protein restriction may promote healthier ageing in animals, but human evidence remains limited. Current evidence supports meeting protein needs through mostly minimally processed foods rather than reducing protein intake.

The Clockwork Men

Autistic veterans are an overlooked population facing unique challenges at the intersection of autism, PTSD, and military service. Despite apparent overlap and significant support needs, research, services, and recognition for autistic veterans remain severely lacking.

8th/12th Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, and Marines from India Battery 2/11, 2nd Marine Division, Marine Rotational Force-PT Robertson Barracks.

Does regular exercise stop you getting sick in winter?

Regular moderate exercise can strengthen immune function and reduce the risk of respiratory infections over time. While it won’t cure illness, meeting activity guidelines and exercising appropriately during winter can help maintain health and resilience.

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Where do peptides come from? We found out.

Experimental weight-loss peptides such as Retatrutide are increasingly being bought online and injected by Australians despite being illegal and unapproved. The trend is driving demand for injection equipment and raising concerns about health risks.

A 'Second Brain' in The Gut Could Be Driving Constipation And Pain

Researchers identified Pdyn-expressing neurons in mouse colons that can promote forward faecal movement when activated outside the body, while triggering pain-associated behaviours in living animals, linking gut motility and sensation.

How Nature Helps Us Return to Ourselves

Spending even a few minutes in nature can reduce stress, broaden perspective, and restore mental wellbeing. Nature offers a simple way to step back from daily pressures by being present, rather than focused on productivity.

Having a spouse with dementia may increase your own risk of condition, study finds

A large study found spouses of people with dementia face about 70 percent higher dementia risk, likely due to shared traits, lifestyles and caregiving stress. Higher income and more children were linked to lower risk.

Five air-to-air refuellers from four countries Pitch Black 26, Amberley.

1 Habit That Kills Motivation for Most Adults

Chronic approval seeking can undermine motivation by replacing internal values with dependence on external validation. Rebuilding autonomy through values-based decisions and small actions, taken without seeking approval, helps restore intrinsic motivation and sustained engagement.

Gen Z is the first generation in history in which men are more religious than women. Why?

Australia is becoming less religious overall, but the author argues young men are now more likely than young women to identify with a religion—a divide strongly linked to political ideology and growing gender-based political polarisation.

The Uncanny Happiness of Common Unhappiness

Happiness is subjective and fleeting, shaped by contentment rather than the absence of suffering. Psychology suggests it grows through self-acceptance, confronting life's challenges, letting go of the past, fostering relationships, and living courageously and creatively.