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Health Report: Mental Illness is Australia's Top Health Issue
Jun 17, 2019
A new report has revealed mental illness is Australia's top health issue, with people seeing a doctor to talk about their mental health more than any other complaint. The 2018 Health of the Nation Report, released by the Royal Australian College of...Foods That Trigger Gout
Jun 12, 2019
Without warning in the middle of the night, gout strikes. And this is the main reason why it is very difficult to suffer from this condition. But what is it, really? What is gout? Gout is a very painful form of arthritis. It occurs when high levels...All-natural Organic Vapor Rub Recipe for Cold & Flu
Jun 10, 2019
It's winter again and the cold weather can sometimes take a beating on our health. And we all know that winter is usually colds and flu season in the country. And there are very limited treatments for colds and flu, especially for babies and small...Can Stress Actually Kill You?: No According to a Research Study
May 13, 2019
Can stress kill you? It's a blunt question, but one that a UK study says can be put to bed. The ten-year Million Women Study, stemming from the UK and published in the Lancet, has ruled out unhappiness and stress as having negative health effects.What is Gout, Its Causes & How to Treat it
May 08, 2019
Gout is a very painful condition. It is the oldest form of arthritis as it was first discovered by the ancient Egyptians where it was referred to as the disease of kings because it was often incorrectly linked to the high intake of food and wine, to...Glycemic Index and Glycemic Load Table
Apr 22, 2019
What is Glycemic Index & Glycemic Load? The glycemic index is a numerical value placed on foods in order to measure the impact it has on your blood sugar level. In other words, how quickly or slowly it raises it. On the other hand, the glycemic load...5 Tips for Healthy Hips
Apr 17, 2019
Healthy Hips Week may have already passed, which was celebrated last April 1-7, 2019, but having healthy hips should still always be a top priotity. So even though late, let's still talk about and create awareness for this campaign. First of all, Healthy...Does Vitamin C Help in Cold Prevention?
Apr 15, 2019
With the cold and flu season coming in hard for the country, health experts are warning Australians to always be on heightened alert for symptoms of cold and flu. This after data show that three times as many people have been diagnosed with the flu...Eating for Diabetes: Best Diet for Diabetics
Apr 12, 2019
When it comes to managing diabetes, many wonder how they will need to adapt to their diabetic diet. The most common myth when it comes to diabetes and food is the ?diabetes diet? that prohibits sugar and other food products. Truth be told, that is...Study: Does Vitamin D Deficiency Cause Autism?
Apr 08, 2019
There has been a big focus on autism in recent times. And a new study by a team at the University of Queensland Brain Institute, has found that there is a link between vitamin D deficiency and the disorder. Since the study was published, and several...New Autism Study: Becoming Super Parents Leads to Autism Improvements
Apr 01, 2019
A comprehensive study has found that parents who learn "super parenting" skills can significantly improve their child's autism. Published in The Lancet, the long-term report outlined that parents who underwent communications training saw a reduction...What Foods to Eat When You Have High Cholesterol
Mar 25, 2019
Cholesterol is considered one of the most misunderstood aspects of heart health. For many of you, a cholesterol friendly diet brings about thought of low fat meals with an enormous lack of flavour. This, however, is far from the truth if you follow...7 Ways to Relieve the Symptoms of Acid Reflux
Mar 18, 2019
Acid reflux, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a very common health problem wherein stomach contents rise up into the esophagus, resulting in either symptoms or complications. It is caused by too little acid in the stomach. Common Acid Reflux...Can Probiotics Prevent Cancer?
Feb 05, 2019
According to the Cancer Council, bowel cancer is the second-most common cancer in Australia, with around 17,000 new diagnoses expected this year. Which is why studies like the latest from Baylor College of Medicine in the US are so promising. It has...New Year's Resolution: How to Be Stress-free at Work
Dec 31, 2018
It's New Year's Eve, and it's that time of the year for resolutions. Things we want to change in our lives that we think will be for the better. And one aspect of our lives that we certainly want to improve is our work life. For a lot of us, work can...Christmas Survival Tips & Guide
Dec 17, 2018
Christmas is the season to be jolly. But, sometimes it's easy to forget the jolliness in Christmas time with all the preparations that come hand in hand with this, the merry season. Lest we forget, there is such a thing called Holiday stress. Here...Study: Acupuncture lowers hypertension risk
Nov 23, 2018
Scientists love studying acupuncture. And it's been shown, over many years, to benefit health and wellness in many ways. Now, University of California researchers say regular acupuncture can reduce hypertension. Published in Nature's Scientific Reports, the...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...What is Adrenal Exhaustion?
Aug 27, 2018
Adrenal exhaustion is also known as adrenal fatigue. Other names include hypoadrenia, non-Addison’s hypoadrenia and, in its most severe form, Addison’s disease. It is a modern condition that is associated with overwork and high stress, and it...Myotherapy for Headaches
Aug 27, 2018
Chronic headaches and migraines can be painful, debilitating and tricky to treat. But don’t give up hope. Some people find long-term relief from headaches using myotherapy. Myotherapy treats the muscular system using a variety of techniques including: Soft...
