For many people the shortening days and cooler weather heralds not only the start of winter but also a string of absences from work and a backlog of tasks as you or your loved ones succumb to winter illness. What if you could take out a wellness ‘insurance policy’ against…
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We’ve all had that feeling of tightness in our bellies at one point in our lives – just after a Christmas dinner if not at any other time. But for some of us this sensation is one that we feel all the time, and it’s not caused by overeating. I’m…
A new decade has began and it seems as though humanity has found itself in a spinning vortex of health challenges from which there is no return. Fortunately the truth is far from it. We are constantly seeing diverse sicknesses emerging whose nature ranges from genetic to extreme nutritional deficiencies…
We have for some time observed a rising number of children with asthma, allergies, obesity, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and/or who have been diagnosed with an autistic spectrum disorder. These disorders rob the children of energy and their enthusiasm for life. There are numerous holistic approaches to managing these…
Fish Oil: The Good Oil Your Secret Weapon Against Chronic Disease Chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease and arthritis are common in our society. If you are managing a chronic health condition, you may be interested to learn that fish oil can help manage and reduce the risk…
I became a mother a couple of decades ago. Like many of us, I knew very little about nutrition beyond what I had learned from my parents, so I became completely dependent upon whatever advice my GP would dish out. I am a scientist and, at the time due to…
Magnesium – A Necessity for 21st Century Living Chronic Stress Depletes Magnesium There is no escaping the pressures of modern life! You may be familiar with common stressors experienced by the majority of people, such as financial strain, relationships, pressures at work or school, toxins, diets high in processed foods,…
Shake It Off Using Cutting Edge Science The Burden That Is Excess Weight Obesity and excess weight are occurring in epidemic proportions. Nearly two-thirds of Australian adults and over a quarter of children and adolescents were classified as overweight or obese in 2014-2015.1 Apart from the detriment to cardiovascular health,…
Inflammation can be a good thing Everyone has experienced the remarkable phenomenon of acute inflammation – a sprained ankle, splinter, or cut – and as a result have witnessed the affected area turn red, puffy and hot as your immune system rushes to your aid to assess the injury and…
The Mayo Clinic defines Metabolic Syndrome as “a cluster of conditions — increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess body fat around the waist, and abnormal cholesterol or triglyceride levels — that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes.” If you think Metabolic Syndrome may be…