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The most common pain reliever for back pain, paracetamol, does not work any better than a placebo, according to a new study published in the prestigious medical journal, The Lancet. Guidelines around the world recommend that doctors treat back pain with paracetamol, but the George Institute for Global Health in Sydney conducted a trial after

AUSTRALIAN STUDY SHOWS ACUPUNCTURE USEFUL IN HOSPITAL Acupuncture has been around for thousands of years, people knowing about its benefits and uses long before the modern world caught on. Now, researchers at RMIT University, Melbourne, recently published a study into the use of acupuncture to treat pain and nausea in emergency room patients. The study

Whether your child has a tummy ache, a stuffy nose, or a bug bite, doctors say that old-fashioned home remedies are often the best way to help him feel better fast. These time-tested treatments rarely have side effects, cost next to nothing, and use items you probably already have on hand. If, however, your child

Have thyroid issues and struggle with fatigue even on thyroid medication? Here are some of the strategies to help overcome this debilitating symptom. 1. TSH Make sure that your TSH is within the range of a healthy person without thyroid disease, not within the range of an elderly person or someone with subclinical thyroid disease.

It might sound like a recipe for a tasty lunch – avocado, eggs and yoghurt – but these nutrient-rich foods are perfect for slathering on your hair! With many of us seeking natural approaches to healthcare, minus the chemicals, homemade hair treatments make sense. It’s important to note that problems with hair like thinning, or

Exercise regularly, eat more vegetables, drink less alcohol – we all know these contribute to a healthy lifestyle, but it’s important to know the distinction between slipping up and taking some time out. So shake off that guilty niggling feeling, kick back and ditch the guilt trip. Here are 8 ways where indulging in life’s

With Easter around the corner, many people tend to regard this time of year as a well-deserved break including a myriad of sweets, carb-heavy comfort foods, alcohol and more than a few excuses for skipping the gym. There are plenty of actions you can take to not only prevent holiday weight gain, but even to

What Is Preeclampsia? Preeclampsia is a condition in which pregnant women experience a sudden increase in blood pressure anytime after 20 weeks of pregnancy. The condition is also marked by high levels of protein in the urine. Women with preeclampsia may experience fluid retention as well. Preeclampsia can harm the kidneys, liver, and brain and

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) makes it hard for children to pay attention and control impulsive behavior, and an increasing number of older children, including high school students, are now being labeled as having ADHD. Adult ADHD is also becoming more prevalent. Raising a Generation of Drug Users About two-thirds of the children diagnosed with

Defining happiness is difficult, as happiness is actually a state of mind. What brings on happiness is therefore unique to the individual person; what makes you happy may be quite different from what makes your neighbour or your friend happy. Still, despite being hard to define, there’s something about happiness that has universal appeal. Virtually

Although a “comfortable pregnancy” might actually be an oxymoron for some women, there are many natural remedies out there which can lessen the discomfort of common pregnancy ailments. HEARTBURN A few common sense moves can keep you off the over-the-counter chewables and questionable pink liquids: Elevate the upper part of your mattress (stick something underneath

The Chilled Out Egg Roll is a favourite recipe within our clinic lunch room, often with a few variations depending on the available produce. The Chilled Out Egg Roll is quick to make, rich in protein, health giving oils, is low carbohydrate and very delicious! The recipe can be changed depending what you have in