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Worry, anxiety, anger and frustration can cause chronic stress and more especially so during the current health emergency, where the mainstream media and politicians are bombarding our consciousness with fear...

The inflammation theory of disease postulates that chronic inflammation causes and advances many common diseases.  If that is indeed the case, it makes sense that if we reduce inflammation, we...

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 body’s first line of defence...

The human body comprises 60% water and human blood is 90% water. Drinking sufficient water every day is extremely important for your health. All the chemical processes of your body...

It is generally accepted that when training, exercising and competing the body is depleted of essential minerals and nutrients. Every part of the body is pushed to achieve optimum performance,...

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 of...

“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 the events of 2020....

All meals play an equal role in keeping us healthy, with food the essential source of energy and nutrition. However, there is a division between claims that state breakfast is...

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 have a runny nose or couch!...

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,...

An incredibly powerful mineral. If you are not getting enough, you will notice it in your lackluster skin and energy levels. Even though we require only a small amount daily,...

According to Animal Medicines Australia’s it is estimated that there are 29 million pets in Australia, this includes an estimated 5.1 million dogs, 3.8 million cats, 11.3 million fish, 5.6 million birds, 614,000...

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! eSport athletes manipulate avatars on computer screens, whereas...

Curcumin is a compound naturally found within the Turmeric root. Used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, its potent anti-inflammatory properties have been prescribed to both treat and prevent a range of...

Australia is the ‘lucky’ country. Because the climate differs from top to bottom of the continent, we are blessed with numerous growing seasons and experience the pleasure of most ‘seasonal’...

Collagen is a protein and is the substance that holds the body together. As the most abundant protein in the body, collagen is essential to maintain the proper structure and...

An awareness for collagen health benefits is edging into the marketplace, promoting the ability to make your skin look younger and smoother. Collagen is the ‘glue’ that keeps your entire...

A natural substance found in the body, hyaluronic acid (HA) has the highest concentrations in eye and joint fluids – acting as a cushioning lubricant. It is actually present in...

Ashwagandha is an ancient medicinal herb used in the traditional medicine of India. Used in Ayurvedic medicine, where the belief is that we should place great emphasis on prevention and...

Diatomaceous Earth (DE) is a powder made from the deposit of fossilised aquatic organisms (called diatoms) found in water sources all over the world. The fossils produce a dry sediment high...

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 of biscuits with my...

These two supplements may not be on your radar just yet. Still, they are slowly rising in popularity as Dr Fauci has been discussing them extensively since the beginning of the COVID-19...

Characterised by abdominal pain, bloating, with alternating constipation and diarrhoea, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) can be attributed to environmental factors or diet. The actual cause is unknown, but it certainly...

Turmeric paste: Did you know that use of turmeric dates back 4000 years? For many people in western countries, turmeric is a relatively new addition to the modern-day pantry of...

Smoko time on the farm meant brewed tea leaves, served in an enamel mug and delivered to the paddock. It meant mum making scones, pikelets, cakes and biscuits to feed the...

The scale isn’t budging….You are putting in the time, working out and lifting heavier than you have prior. Your clothes are FITTING better and you FEEL smaller but what is...

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 absorbing too much water from...

It is a stinky subject taking about your poo, faeces, number twos, poop, dump, sludge, stool, excrement – no doubt the waste we excrete each day is synonymous with laughter and...

There are so many differing circumstances and scenarios surrounding all of us baby boomers as we hit our retirement years, that it would be impossible for me to cover them...

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 into the bra you...

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 they gave us in their...

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 friends, family and...

The human body has thousands of chemical reactions happening every day, with the integral part played by minerals and vitamins, both of which are essential for a healthy body, but...

First, let’s understand what Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is. It is an autoimmune disorder that affects the joints in the body and only has around a 10% spontaneous remission rate with...

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 the world, behind petroleum. So...

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 health and fitness. We all know about...

Unless you’re one of our Northern Hemisphere followers, you should be smack bang in the middle of winter right now. Here in SE Queensland, we’re blessed with very mild winters,...

We talk extensively about the history, health benefits and medicinal properties of Turmeric, however, one topic we haven’t covered is the growth and harvest process of the plant. Today we’re...

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 properly? No – you...

29th of July World National Tiger Day The largest cats in the world are in severe decline. About 100 years ago, there were approximately 100,000 tigers living in the Asian...

The most common problems associated with the digestive tract are diarrhoea, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and heartburn. These can be caused by many things, such as an unhealthy lifestyle, poor nutrition,...

In this age of chaos on the news, with worthy causes such as child nutrition, endangered wildlife and litter on the planet, there is one other extremely serious issue. Bees....

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. Common symptoms of objective sleep apnoea...

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 immune system here are a...

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 flu. With the current coronavirus...

No cure currently exists for Alzheimer’s, but medication and management strategies may temporarily improve symptoms. Many different studies have explored the potential role of Turmeric as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease....

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 same way we...

Alternative medicine in Australia is rapidly gaining popularity as people seek natural ways to enhance their well-being. This movement spans various therapies, from herbal supplements and acupuncture to mindfulness practices,...