Although we live in the land of plenty — and for the most part overeat — there are some critical vitamins that Australians tend to be short on, especially women. These include calcium, folic acid, iron, and vitamin D. Despite trying to eat well, we may not get all the nutrients we need since soil […]
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The general wisdom for many years was that all fat should be avoided. Trans fat, saturated fat, unsaturated fat — just stay away from them all. But now scientists realize that fat — and how our bodies process it — is much more complex. Our bodies need some fat for optimal functioning. For example, fats
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We all know that drinking plenty of water is crucial to our health, but many of us become bored or uninspired by its plain taste or forget to drink enough. Hydrating your body plays a huge role in healing. It also tends to lead to better health choices. For example, drinking water instead of other
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by Peter Delaney. Obesity is one of the biggest problems facing the health of the Australian population. One in two women is overweight or obese and 2 out of three men have the same problems. There are many reasons for weight gain, overeating is not the only reason. So why is it that acupuncture, detoxification,
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The human body is one of the most, if not the most, incredible and highly orchestrated system known to mankind. It is made of up several general organ systems, tissues, bones, vascular pathways, hormonal pathways and so many other processes and mechanisms that allow it to function, firing at speeds so fast and all happening
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by fertility expert Mary Melling. Traditionally in China, perspective parents would spend a year getting to their optimal health before becoming pregnant. This is a known concern in Chinese medicine that if both parents are in fantastic health both mentally and physically then they are more likely to give birth to a strong healthy baby.
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Life can present us with many stressors weather it be in the form of work deadlines, mortgage repayments or even just juggling hectic schedules. Illness and sleep deprivation can also cause a physiological stress response within the body. Many stressors we face may not be avoidable however what we do have control of the way
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We know that stress is a major contributor to many serious health problems. We also know that stress is often caused by having to much to do and not enough time to do it in. More than half (65 %) of Australians say they are so busy they can’t make time for themselves at least
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Children are very impressionable, which can be a good or a bad thing when it comes to their diet. Most parents want their kids to eat a wide range of healthy foods, and the best way to do that is to model the kind of behaviour you want your children to adopt. Children tend to
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Diet is one of those things we are all told contradictory opinions about. The raw food diet, the blood type diet, the Paleolithic diet, the Atkins diet, there are so many strands of belief claiming to be the best diet mankind has ever known. While we don’t necessary believe that one same diet is appropriate
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An estimated 15% of Australian couples struggle with getting pregnant each year, and there’s compelling evidence that lifestyle, diet and environmental exposures are largely to blame. Not only are you exposed to hundreds (if not thousands) of toxins each and every day, but some of the most commonly prescribed drugs, poor diet, and common vitamin
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by Lisa O’Brien, Remedial Massage Therapist The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest single nerve in your body, running from your lower spine down each leg and ending in each foot. It stems deep down through your buttocks and branches down the back of the leg into the calves and feet. Sciatica refers to
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by Peter Delaney, Acupuncturist, Naturopath and Senior Practitioner. Pain is one of those things that affects everyone at some point in their life. We are so often encouraged to take pain relief medication such as Panadol or aspirin without really thinking about the possible natural alternatives. I guess most people would think natural and pain
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Puberty. It’s both a rite of passage and a life change. Children are now reaching it earlier than ever before, and while most of the attention has been placed on girls, the trend applies to boys as well. In the 19th century, the onset of menstruation in girls occurred around the age of 15. Now
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The colder weather is approaching, which can bring with it its share of sniffles, colds, flus and sickness. Prevention is always better than cure, and one of the best ways to boost your immune system is to consume a healthy dose of fruit and vegetables. Boosting antioxidant rich fruit and vegetables, especially those which are
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The Food Guide Pyramid has come under some harsh criticism in recent years by many scientists, nutritionists and medical researchers. They say it is outdated, gives misinformation, and at worst, can lead to obesity and health problems. How can this be? What is so wrong with this once highly-acclaimed food pyramid? Faults of the USDA’s
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Do you often ache all over and feel exhausted? If you’ve been to the doctor and they haven’t been able to find anything specifically wrong with you then it’s possible you are suffering from fibromyalgia. What It Is? Fibromyalgia is characterised by chronic widespread pain as well as fatigue and tender points on your body.
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If optimal health is your goal, there’s no getting around your diet. Your physical health is a direct reflection of what you put into your body, and how you live your life in general. Pre-packaged processed foods may be convenient, but cooking from scratch using fresh unprocessed ingredients is an absolute must if you want
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