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What is Worry?
Jun 22, 2009
Worry is your body's response to a stressful situation which you usually deal with a 'fight or flight' response. Not all situations, however, can be addressed by fighting or fleeing. When unresolved worry lingers, what may start as a problem in your...Childhood Obesity Facts & How to Help the Kids
Jun 15, 2009
Young children do look cuddly with 'baby fat', but there are good reasons for taking a closer look at your child's weight to prevent obesity. Childhood obesity is a pressing issue as it is associated with chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, fatty...Understanding Obesity: Basic Things You Need to Know
Jun 13, 2009
Statistics gathered by the World Health Organization (WHO) show that an estimated 2.6 million people die yearly because of obesity. Obesity is best described as the abnormal or excessive accumulation of body fat that poses serious health risks to those...Preventing Kidney Stones
Jun 10, 2009
Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located near your abdomen where urine is collected before flowing out to the bladder. Tiny solid deposits are usually found in the kidney. These are commonly known as "kidney stones". Kidney stones start out as...Kidney Health 101: Diseases, Symptoms & Treatments
Jun 08, 2009
The kidneys, those two bean-shaped organs located on either side of the spine below the rib cage, are interconnected with the other vital organs of your body. The loss of kidney function could result in other degenerative diseases such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, high...Caprylic Acid: What You Need to Know
Jun 04, 2009
Hypertension, obesity and other health problems generally blame a diet high in fat as a risk factor. For this reason, most weight loss diets and nutritional plans consist of very low amounts of fat or eliminate fat entirely. What most people are not...5 Steps to Deal With Winter Depression
Jun 01, 2009
Some seasons may bring about mood swings in people who are susceptible to depression. The cold seasons of autumn and winter usually usher in a condition called seasonal affective disorder or winter depression. Winter depression seems to affect women...Nutrition for Kidney Disease
May 30, 2009
Kidney disease has become one of the world's leading causes of death. It usually starts out unnoticed with most people experiencing no signs or symptoms at all until it progresses to kidney failure. The kidneys are two bean-shaped organs that can be...Lower Your Risk of Breast Cancer
May 22, 2009
Said to be the most common type of cancer among Australian women, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Australia. Latest statistics, however, indicate that while more women are diagnosed with breast cancer, the survival rate...What is Bowel Cancer?
May 21, 2009
The bowel is that part of your digestive system where waste matter is deposited after going through the complex digestive process in your stomach and small intestine. Due to still unknown reasons, abnormal cells may proliferate in the bowel, causing...Natural Treatments for Menopause
May 19, 2009
Most women dread the "M" word - menopause. It is synonymous with ageing and signals the end of a woman's reproductive capacity. Menopause is a natural life process that every woman must go through. Its most common symptom is the total cessation of...Understanding Cervical Cancer: What it is, Signs, Symptoms & Management
May 17, 2009
Cervical cancer, like breast cancer, affects many women all over the world today. It occurs in the cervix, which is the narrow opening connecting the vagina and the uterus. But unlike breast cancer, cervical cancer may be prevented through immunisation...Internal Blood Clots: What You Need to Know
May 09, 2009
What is a blood clot? A blood clot is a natural process whereby blood thickens and solidifies or coagulates to form a clot. This is part of the body's natural mechanism to prevent extensive loss of blood when a blood vessel is injured. A clot consists...Diabetes in Kids: Important Facts You Need to Know
May 06, 2009
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a disorder in which the body can no longer process blood sugar (glucose). This is because diabetics can no longer produce insulin, a hormone produced in the pancreas that aids in the regulation of glucose in the body. The...Fighting Depression With Omega 3
May 04, 2009
What is depression? Depression can be defined as a mental state characterised by low moods, and affects one in five people at some point in their lives. This state typically persists and tends to interfere with everyday life and normal social functioning. Clinical...Choosing a Glucose Monitor
May 02, 2009
Glucose is a type of sugar found in the blood, and the primary source of energy in the body. We obtain it from the food we consume, primarily carbohydrates such as rice, potatoes, beans and pasta. After we eat, food is digested, broken down and...Fight Fatigue Naturally: A Guide
Apr 26, 2009
What is fatigue? Fatigue is a symptom, rather than a specific disease or disorder, and is characterised by persistent tiredness. It can also be a symptom of another condition or disease. People who are fatigued feel tired all the time – physically...Natural Approaches to Infertility
Apr 19, 2009
Infertility describes the inability of a couple to conceive a child, which is the primary symptom of this condition. They are regarded as infertile if they have not conceived after 12 months of regular unprotected sexual intercourse. Infertility...What is Inversion Therapy?
Apr 17, 2009
What is Inversion Therapy? Inversion therapy is a natural method of relieving strain on the spine, joints and muscles by removing the pressure gravity places on the body. An inversion table, or gravity table, is a popular device that allows you to...Haemorrhoids: Causes & Treatments
Apr 16, 2009
Haemorrhoids, or piles, are enlarged veins of the rectal/anal area that become dilated and swollen. These can occur internally, typically in your rectum, or externally around your anus. Haemorrhoids are very common in the adult population, with...
