8 Steps to Beat the Deadly Effect of Inflammation
The deadly effect of inflammation occurs in the data. 3 out of 5 people in the world die from a disease attributable to inflammation....
10
May
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10
May
4 Warning Signs of Developing Arthritis
The word ‘arthritis’ immediately conjures up the thought of pain, but there are other symptoms that will signify arthritis developing...
03
May
5 Best Remedies for Combatting Arthritis Inflammatory Joint Pain
There are 3 types of arthritis:
The most common is osteoarthritis, which causes the cartilage at the end of each bone to break d...
03
May
5 Common Arthritis Symptoms
If you are aged between 40 and 60, then it is likely your body will start showing arthritic symptoms. Maybe nodules on your fingers or ...
03
Mar
Why am I Always Tired?
I’ve slept for 8 hours, a good solid 8 hours at that, but I wake up and I’m still tired. I shower, have some breakfast, dry my hair and...
22
Feb
14 ways to lower blood pressure
What is blood pressure?
Each time your heart beats, it pumps blood into your arteries. Blood pressure is the force of your blood pre...
17
Feb
How to get rid of Heartburn
Usually, heartburn feels like a burning sensation in the center of your chest, behind the breastbone. Typically, this happens when you ...
08
Feb
11 Ways to reduce the effect of Alcohol
How long does alcohol stay in your system?
Ever heard of ethanol? Yes, the same type of biofuel additive in petrol. Well, in alcohol...
12
Jan
How Long Does the Flu Last?
Let’s first define what the flu is.
‘Flu’ is short for influenza. It is a viral infection brought about by viruses infecting the nas...
21
Dec
The Killer Combination That Everyone Should Know About
Your immune system is a glorious feat of engineering spread throughout the human body. A healthy immune system is essential for surviva...
21
Dec
Christmas 2021
2021 will go down in history as one of the most challenging years we have ever faced, and most of us will be quite happy to see the bac...
10
Nov
What Causes Loss of Smell and Taste?
Everyone has a favourite smell. Mine is new-mown grass and it instantly conjures up childhood memories of me, aged seven, on a trike, f...
01
Nov
Dousing the Flames of Inflammation
The inflammation theory of disease postulates that chronic inflammation causes and advances many common diseases. If that is indeed th...
27
Oct
Things to Know About Stress and Your Immune System
Worry, anxiety, anger and frustration can cause chronic stress and more especially so during the current health emergency, where the ma...
18
Oct
What causes blood clots?
A blood clot is a jelly-like mass formed by platelets and fibrin in the blood to stop bleeding. Also known as coagulation, it is the bo...
17
Aug
MAGNESIUM OIL
It is generally accepted that when training, exercising and competing the body is depleted of essential minerals and nutrients. Every p...
22
Jul
Drinking Water
The human body comprises 60% water and human blood is 90% water. Drinking sufficient water every day is extremely important for your ...
16
Jul
Why do some people wake up grumpy?
ARE YOU GRUMPY WHEN YOU GET OUT OF BED?
Do you have trouble waking and getting out of bed? Do you feel a lack of energy at the start...
05
Jul
PROS AND CONS OF SKIPPING BREAKFAST
All meals play an equal role in keeping us healthy, with food the essential source of energy and nutrition. However, there is a divis...
04
Jun
Anxiety and Panic Attacks
“What is the world coming to?” Is this a question you are asking yourself in 2021? You are not alone. It is kind of crazy reviewing t...
21
May
TOP 3 MUST-HAVE WINTER SUPPLEMENTS
It’s that time of year again; the temps have started dropping, the heaters are being pulled out of the garage, and everyone seems to ...
06
May
OCD – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
It is well documented in my family that I have slight OCD. I argue that I don’t of course and that I am just very true to my star sign,...
12
Apr
Selenium – The Anti-Ageing and Thyroid Protection
An incredibly powerful mineral. If you are not getting enough, you will notice it in your lackluster skin and energy levels. Even tho...
12
Apr
Probiotics & Turmeric for Pets
According to Animal Medicines Australia's it is estimated that there are 29 million pets in Australia, this includes an estimated 5.1...
12
Apr
eSports Phenomenon
For a grey-haired citizen like me, who played racquet sport most of my life, I’m getting educated on eSports. And the mind boggles! eSp...
31
Mar
Curcumin – Supporting your body
Curcumin is a compound naturally found within the Turmeric root. Used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, its potent anti-inflammato...
11
Mar
Summer Fruit
Australia is the ‘lucky’ country. Because the climate differs from top to bottom of the continent, we are blessed with numerous growing...
19
Feb
Collagen for Skin Benefits
Collagen is a protein and is the substance that holds the body together. As the most abundant protein in the body, collagen is essentia...
16
Feb
Oral Hyaluronic Acid Benefits For Skin
A natural substance found in the body, hyaluronic acid (HA) has the highest concentrations in eye and joint fluids - acting as a cushio...
08
Feb
Plant Based Collagen vs Animal Collagen
An awareness for collagen health benefits is edging into the marketplace, promoting the ability to make your skin look younger and smoo...
02
Feb
Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb used in the traditional medicine of India. Used in Ayurvedic medicine, where the belief is tha...
02
Feb
Addictions
A blog of a more personal note. I’m nearing retirement age and thought it was about time to kick an addiction. My addition was a couple...
02
Feb
Gutsy for Gut Health
Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is a powder made from the deposit of fossilised aquatic organisms (called diatoms) found in water sources all o...
15
Jan
Vitamins D3 + K2 Essential Core Vitamins You Need!
These two supplements may not be on your radar just yet. Still, they are slowly rising in popularity as Dr Fauci has been discussing th...
11
Jan
Covid health information we should all know!
Thanks to extensive contract tracing and mandatory quarantine regulations, Australia is among the top five countries combatting COVID-1...
23
Nov
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Characterised by abdominal pain, bloating, with alternating constipation and diarrhoea, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be attribu...
16
Nov
Top 15 Diets To Help You Loose Weight in 2021
Do you agree that we are constantly bombarded by advertising representative of the svelte thin figure? Does it make your self-esteem pl...
29
Oct
Turmeric Paste Recipe
Turmeric paste:
Did you know that use of turmeric dates back 4000 years? For many people in western countries, turmeric is a relativ...
27
Oct
Tea
Smoko time on the farm meant brewed tea leaves, served in an enamel mug and delivered to the paddock. It meant mum making scones, pikel...
13
Oct
Fat Vs Muscle
The scale isn’t budging….
You are putting in the time, working out and lifting heavier than you have prior. Your clothes are FITTING b...
13
Oct
Quarantine Constipation
When you can’t go to the toilet, with three or fewer bowel movements a week, this is called constipation. It is caused by the colon abs...
07
Oct
What does your poo say about you?
It is a stinky subject taking about your poo, faeces, number twos, poop, dump, sludge, stool, excrement – no doubt the waste we excrete...
30
Sep
Beating Sugar and its Effects
What do you reckon? Should we re-spell sugar as ‘suga’ and regard it as a four-letter word – bad, bad for you!
Amazingly, sugar is t...
30
Sep
Retirement
There are so many differing circumstances and scenarios surrounding all of us baby boomers as we hit our retirement years, that it woul...
11
Sep
PERIMENOPAUSE FOR MY DAUGHTERS
Are you edging closer to being 50? What did you think when you looked in the mirror today? Has your bum dropped? Did your boobs fit int...
09
Sep
Turmeric for Dogs
Our pets are our family too. We cry buckets when they pass away and have a small funeral in their honour; recognition of the pleasure...
04
Sep
RU OK?
R U OK? day is Thursday September 10th 2020. It is intended to galvanise Australians into action as a reminder to ask – every day - our...
25
Aug
Minerals and Vitamins Explained
The human body has thousands of chemical reactions happening every day, with the integral part played by minerals and vitamins, both of...
17
Aug
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Cancer: What’s the Connection?
First, let’s understand what Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is. It is an autoimmune disorder that affects the joints in the body and only ...
13
Aug
Lets talk about coffee
Let’s talk about coffee! You either love it or hate it, live off it or can’t drink it. Coffee is the second-most traded commodity in ...
11
Aug
Exercising Your Brain
Did you know that with every step you take, every push of a pedal or every lap swam in a pool, you’re enhancing your brains cognitive...
03
Aug
Why Soup Is Good For You?
Unless you’re one of our Northern Hemisphere followers, you should be smack bang in the middle of winter right now. Here in SE Queensla...
30
Jul
Growing and Harvesting Turmeric
We talk extensively about the history, health benefits and medicinal properties of Turmeric, however, one topic we haven’t covered is t...
23
Jul
Brain Fog – It’s a thing
Have you become a bit of a couch potato during the Covid crisis? Have you found that your brain is a bit foggy and not thinking properl...
13
Jul
29th of July World National Tiger Day
29th of July World National Tiger Day
The largest cats in the world are in severe decline. About 100 years ago, there were approxima...
13
Jul
Irritable bowel syndrome
Did you know that Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects as many at 1 in 5 Australians at some point in their lives? It is twice as lik...
24
Jun
How to Improve Digestion
The most common problems associated with the digestive tract are diarrhoea, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory ...
24
Jun
‘DON’T STEP ON A BEE’ day
In this age of chaos on the news, with worthy causes such as child nutrition, endangered wildlife and litter on the planet, there is on...
01
May
Natural Remedies for Sleep Apnoea
Objective Sleep Apnoea or OSA is a sleep disorder that affects around 34% of Australians, 25% of those are men over the age of 35. Comm...
22
Apr
Foods that are Good for the Immune System
Did you know that having a strong immune system is one of the ways to help prevent infections? If you’re wondering how to boost your...
20
Apr
Fighting Flu Season with Probiotics
It’s that time of year again in Australia, where the weather starts to cool down and we become more susceptible to colds and cases of f...
17
Apr
Alzheimer’s – Can Turmeric Prevent or Reduce Symptoms?
No cure currently exists for Alzheimer’s, but medication and management strategies may temporarily improve symptoms.
Many different ...
16
Apr
Immune System Superblog
We all know that the immune system works to protect us from getting sick, but only a few of us can exactly describe how it works the ...
15
Apr
The Rise of Complementary and Alternative Medicine
With the ever-growing popularity of holistic health and wellbeing; it is no wonder more people are seeking out and trying therapies tha...
07
Apr
The Coffee Culture of Australia
One thing Australians pride themselves is their good coffee. Australia’s coffee reputation is so prominent that it’s gaining patronage...
06
Apr
Corona-Virus (COVID-19) Super Blog
There is a lot of information online at the moment about Coronavirus or COVID-19. Everyone seems to have an opinion and it is hard to k...
03
Apr
Natural Immune System Support
Every year leading up to flu season we discuss how to naturally boost your immune system. However, this year as we head towards the coo...
02
Apr
Social Distancing & Self-Isolation
We, humans, are social beings; we share mirror neurons that allow us to match each other's emotions unconsciously; This is important to...
01
Apr
Staying Mentally & Physically Healthy
If you, like so many others around the world, are currently self-isolating you may have noticed that you’re feeling more anxious, unset...
30
Mar
Working From Home Tips & Tricks
In the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, many companies are implementing voluntary or mandatory work-from-home policies. That means lo...
27
Mar
Coffee Pods: Compostable vs. Biodegradable
The Meaning of the Terms
The terms biodegradable materials, biodegradation and compostability are often used the wrong way, so here ...
26
Mar
Work-Life Balance: How It Can Save Your Life
These days, work-life balance seems to be a luxury. With technology, it’s already nearly impossible to completely disconnect from w...
24
Mar
Turmeric and Its Anti-Infective Properties
As fear increases about coronavirus so to have online searches and plenty of misinformation about how to strengthen the immune system...
12
Mar
Organic Turmeric Coffee Pods
Plant-based 100% Biodegradable and 100% Compostable Coffee Pods
You may enjoy your coffee pure, but boutique coffee, beans, blends a...
14
Feb
12 Foods That Look Like Body Parts They’re Benefiting
There is a saying that “You are what you eat”, but did you know that it can mean literally? It turns out it’s actu...
11
Feb
All About Heart Health
Aside from Valentine’s Day, February is Heart Research Month so let us share some awareness about HEart Health by discussing your heart’s role in your body, how Australians are doing in terms of heart health, and foods that are good for the heart.
03
Feb
Where Do You Buy Your Coffee Pods? And More Importantly, Are They Biodegradable?
In Australia, we love our coffee. It’s almost impossible not to see someone holding a take-away coffee-cup walking down the street or g...
23
Dec
How to De-stress and Sleep Better
The world has become more aware of mental health problems. In fact, there is an increasing trend of people suffering from these issues,...
19
Dec
Turmeric vs. Curcumin: An In-depth Comparison
We know we already explained in a previous blog the difference of Turmeric and Curcumin: that Curcumin is found with the Turmeric root....
21
Nov
The Gut-Brain Connection
Have you ever felt “butterflies” in your stomach? Not that queasy sensation during your first date or that nervous feeling during your ...
22
Oct
Why Activating Turmeric is a Must!
When Choosing a Turmeric Supplement, Always Look for One with Black Pepper
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Sep
Apple Cider Vinegar – More than just a fad.
People have used Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) for thousands of years. Everyone from the ancient Babylonians to the Gr...
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Apr
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Apr
Turmeric and Brain Health
Our brain works throughout our life to control our body's functions and helps us understand a...
02
Apr
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Mar
10 Easy Ways to Use Turmeric Paste
So you have made your golden paste now you are thinking how ...
12
Feb
Understanding & Reducing Toxicity
Understanding and Reducing Toxicity.
Our body’s wor...
05
Feb
Fighting Free Radicals
I’m sure you’ve heard of free radicals, yet, you may not know what exactly they are, what they do and how to fight...
03
Jan
Understanding Autoimmune Disease
What is an Autoimmune Disease?
Autoimmunity is not as black-and-white ...
03
Jan
Why Organic is Best for Turmeric
Chances are you are aware that the word “organic” commands attention everywhere high and low, and for great reason too. Organic spells ...
03
Jan
Why the People of Okinawa Japan love Turmeric Tea
If you know anything at all about the history of Turmeric, it should come as no surprise whatsoever that the people of Okinawa Japan lo...
03
Jan
Why We Love Turmeric Latte
Introducing the Golden Latte
Out with the old, in with the new! Introducing a delight for the golden age, say hello to the Turmeric ...
03
Jan
10 Ways to Use Turmeric
How Can I Use Turmeric?
Turmeric is fast becoming recognised as one of the most powerful spices in the world. You’ll often hear ...
03
Jan
How to Make Turmeric Fabric Dye
HOW TO DYE WITH TURMERIC
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Dyeing with Turmeric
Turmeric is highly valued in natural medicine as well as textiles. Its...
03
Jan
Turmeric and the Gallbladder
Can Turmeric Help Your Gallbladder?
Problems with your gallbladder can be painful and frustrating. Understanding how your body works...
03
Jan
Turmeric & Digestion
What is a Digestion?
A healthy digestive system not only keeps us physically healthier, it also helps improve our emotional and ment...
02
Jan
Coconut Oil
Why Use Coconut Oil?
Coconut oil is becoming a staple item in households across Australia due to its range of potential health benef...
02
Jan
Turmeric & Curcumin Difference Explained
What is the difference between Turmeric and Curcumin?
This is a question we get asked daily, and with a lot of conflicting informati...
02
Jan
Probiotics for your Pets
What are Probiotics?
We usually think of bacteria as something that causes diseases. But our bodies are full of bacteria, both good ...
02
Jan
Why Olive Leaf?
Why Olive Leaf Extract?
The leaves of the olive tree, called Olea Europaea, have been used medicinally in the human diet since Ancie...
02
Jan
Veterinarian, Dr Andy Pieris BVSc (hons) on Turmeric for Pets.
“As a veterinarian, keeping your pet healthy is my number one priority. Pets suffer from many illnesses that can result in compromised ...
02
Jan
Turmeric & Healthy Liver Function
Turmeric & Healthy Liver Function
Problems with certain organs in ...
02
Jan
All About Apple Cider Vinegar
Why Apple Cider Vinegar?
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is a familiar saying and it carries some weight to it.
Apples conta...
02
Jan
Probiotics – For the Whole Family
What are Probiotics?
The word “probiotic” is a compound of two Greek words: ‘pro’ to signify promotion of and ‘biotic’ which means lif...
02
Jan
Essential Trace Minerals
When dinosaurs roamed the earth 70 million years ago, they likely walked on soil abundant with minerals. Plants and fruits likely conta...
02
Jan
Turmeric is more than just Curcumin…
Please note: This article is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Results may vary from individual to individu...
02
Jan
Magnesium – Essential Mineral
Magnesium is an essential mineral for general good health and is crucial to nerve transmission, blood coagulation and energy production...
02
Jan
Turmeric for Brain Health
What does Turmeric do to the brain? Studies have shown that it has brain protective property, reduces inflammation, and promotes antiox...
02
Jan
Let Food Be Thy Medicine
The History
Considered to be one of the most influential figures in th...
01
Jan
Lets Talk About IBS
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) affects 1 in 5 Australians and is twice as common in females than males. IBS is characterized by abdomin...
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Dec
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Dec
What You Need To Know About Hemp
In the ever-changing world of SUPERFOODS, it’s hard to keep up with which ones we should be eating and why. Although, these superfoods ...
24
Dec
Turmeric for Cuts, Burns & Skin Irritations
What is Skin Irritation?
It is common knowledge to many that skin is an organ of our body, but did you know it’s the largest organ o...
13
Dec
Combating Restless Leg Syndrome
If you’re one of the 7% of Australians who suffer from RLS (Restless Leg Syndrome), you will understand the frustration associated with...