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Everything You Need to Know About Allergies or Sensitivities
Apr 15, 2022
Is an itchy body, a swollen mouth, or a headache indicative of a food allergy or food sensitivity? Because both cause an almost identical immune response, it's easy to confuse food sensitivity for an allergic response and vice versa. However, there...Everything You Need to Know About Food Poisoning
Nov 22, 2021
Poison is not always packaged in a tiny bottle, powder form, or as a fume that is released into the air. Sometimes, it is found in your refrigerator, on your table, or on your barbecue grill. Scary, but true. Food poisoning is often downplayed, with...Contact Dermatitis: Causes & Symptoms
Nov 08, 2021
Do you experience intense itching, pain or a burning sensation on your skin after using a certain product, wearing jewellery or spritzing perfume? Have these symptoms increased over time, too? This may indicate contact dermatitis, also known as eczema, contact...Everything You Need to Know About Adenoids
Oct 27, 2021
Adenoids are just among the hundreds of lymph nodes that help the body combat infection and disease. Their role in keeping the body healthy is certainly crucial. However, they can cause problems when attacked by the very germs they are meant to protect...Most Common Skin Problems You Need to Know About
Aug 04, 2021
An itchy, red swelling skin is often thought to be a superficial problem that can be easily treated with a topical cream or ointment. Although some skin disorders are caused by external factors like dust, the devastating truth is, most of them are...Turn Off the Allergy Triggers in World Allergy Week
May 26, 2021
Itchy skin? Watery eyes? Runny nose? Uh-oh...looks like you have an allergy. Allergies are caused by different things, with food, pollen and dust mite allergens being common triggers. The immune system of a person with allergies overreacts and becomes...'Tis the Season for the 6 Holiday Health Myths
Dec 25, 2020
Keep your distance from those pretty poinsettias lest you die. This and other more sayings are once again making their way to table talks with the holidays soon upon us. Here, below, we list six of the most common health myths that are associated with...Digital Health: The All-in-One Solution for Your Healthcare Needs
Jul 13, 2020
Can you imagine a hospital or clinic that doesn’t utilise the internet? It keeps a mountain of documents on every one of its patients piled in towering filing cabinets. Every time a clinician needs to review a patient’s record from a specific period, they...Easy Gluten-free Banana Bread Recipe
Oct 24, 2019
There is something soothing and comforting about banana bread. And this easy recipe can be enjoyed by those with gluten intolerance and those with celiac without compromising on taste and deliciousness. Banana bread is yummy on its own or topped with...Australian Food Safety Week 2019
Oct 11, 2019
This year's Australian Food Safety Week will be held on 9-16 November 2019. Lead by the Food Safety Information Council Ltd, the 2019 theme will be "Excellent eggs – handle them safely" and will focus more on food handling and how it is important...Food Allergy Week: Be Aware. Show You Care.
Apr 23, 2019
Food Allergy Week, which runs from 26 May to 1 June 2019, is an important annual initiative of Allergy & Anaphylaxis Australia that aims to raise awareness about food allergy in Australia, to help reduce the risk of a reaction for those living with...Which Milk Alternative is Best For You?
Oct 03, 2018
Cutting out cow’s milk? Whatever your reasons for doing so, you might be wondering which milk alternative is best for you. A lot of it comes down to taste, how you’re using it (coffee vs a cake), and your personal preferences and allergies. But this...Research Discovers Rural Kids Deal Better with Stress
Aug 13, 2018
Kids who grow up in the city without pets are more at risk of developing mental illness. A new University of Colorado study also found children raised in the country with lots of animals and a dusty environment are more resilient to stress. Published...Kids’ Food Allergies and Environment: A New Connection
Jun 08, 2018
Kids’ Food Allergies and Environment: A new connection A new study has found that various genetic and environmental factors combine to trigger childhood food allergies. Published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology, the Northwestern...What are the Most Common Allergies & How to Treat Them?
Feb 26, 2018
Did you know there are just eight food allergies that cause around 90 percent of allergic reactions in children and adults? Let's take a look at them in turn – and why they might arise. Allergies in Australia Interestingly, Australia has one of...A is for Acid: Basic Info About Stomach Acid
Oct 27, 2016
I'm talking about stomach acid! It's your first line of defence from all those outside nasties that we put inside our bodies along with the food that we eat. Let's not confuse the acid produced inside your stomach with the acid that's produced...Allergies and Your Diet
Feb 11, 2015
Hayfever can make the beauty of spring dissipate in an instant. If you are one of those that are sensitive to moulds, then the rich autumn colours are not much fun either. You’ve tried all the over-the-counter medications, always with a box of...Do You Suffer From Allergies?: What You Need to Know
Feb 02, 2015
Colds and allergies share many symptoms, how do you know the difference? Coughing, runny nose and sneezing are signs of either a cold or allergies. However, when yellow mucous is accompanied with these symptoms, you may have a cold. Typically, an...Understanding Allergies
Nov 10, 2014
Many people today are affected by allergies – around a fifth of the western world. And while we may understand the concept of allergic reactions, there is some misunderstanding about what allergies actually are. So let’s sort fact from fiction and...Natural Therapies for Allergies
Aug 08, 2014
Allergies affect many of us, with reactions ranging from a simple sneeze to anaphylactic shock. It could be a food, animals, hay or even cosmetics that triggers an allergic reaction, or simply a change in seasons. Therapies for Severe Allergies If you...
