Lifehacker Australia
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How to Protect Yourself Against Bushfire Smoke This Summer
It’s bushfire season. So you might be wondering about the best way to protect yourself from the health impacts of smoke. Guidelines suggest wearing respirators, avoiding outdoor air and avoiding vigorous activity outdoors. Many people use the cheaper option of a surgical mask during bushfires. But there has never been a clinical trial to measure…
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How Really Good Alcohol-Free Beer and Wine Is Made
Drinking alcohol has been part of Australian culture for at least 240 years, and perhaps millennia prior. In recent years, however, there’s been a growing trend towards opting for low- and no-alcohol versions of traditional drinks. Just check out the soft drink aisle of your supermarket if you need proof. Non-alcoholic drinks have been on…
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Pelé: Reflecting on the Passion and Skill of the Brazilian Football Icon
Pelé, soccer’s first global superstar, has died at the age of 82. To many fans, the Brazilian will be remembered as the best to have ever played the game. For others it goes further: He was the symbol of soccer played with passion, gusto and a smile. Indeed, he helped to forge an image of…
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Medicines That Really Don’t Mix With Alcohol
A glass or two of champagne with Christmas lunch. A cool crisp beer at the beach. Some cheeky cocktails with friends to see in the New Year. There seem to be so many occasions to unwind with an alcoholic drink this summer. But if you’re taking certain medications while drinking alcohol, this can affect your…