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Statins Stimulate Atherosclerosis And Heart Failure
Statins stimulate atherosclerosis and heart failure By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A large study has just shown that cholesterol lowering drugs actually cause heart disease. Statins have been a controversial topic for a long time. In recent years research is showing that their benefits have been very over stated while their side effects are becoming more apparent. A new groundbreaking study led by Dr Okuyama and his team has shown that statins actually promote hardened, calcified arteries (atherosclerosis) as well as heart failure. They do this in a number of ways: Statins act as mitochondrial toxins by depleting the body [...]
Tangy And Spicy Apple Bake
Tangy and spicy apple bake Want to get your whole house smelling like an amazing homemade apple pie, without fussing over pie dough? Then try out this tangy and spicy apple bake recipe. This dish can be prepared a few hours ahead, warm before serving. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 153 g Total calories: 151 Protein: 1.37 g Fat: 0.41 g Carbohydrates: 39.9 g Fibre: 3.5 g Ingredients 2 large apples, peeled and cored 3 tbsp lemon juice 1 tsp lemon rind, grated 1 tbsp Nature Sweet Natural [...]
Are You Fat On The Inside?
Are you fat on the inside? By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Being overweight is bad for our health, we all know that. Being overweight increases the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart attacks, strokes, cancer and arthritis. You may not be aware that the location you store excess body fat is the main determining factor in whether you will develop one of these conditions. Excess fat stored on your thighs, buttocks and triceps may not be pleasing to your eyes, but it does not impact your health a great deal. Fat stored on your abdomen, waist, chest and neck [...]
Case Study: Headaches
Case study: Headaches By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Maria suffered with headaches since her early 20s, and she was 38 when she came to see me at the clinic. Sometimes she woke with a headache and sometimes one developed during the course of the day. They were a big source of stress in her life. They made it difficult to do her job, and she was impatient and snappy with her children when she had a headache. Maria had been unable to take the oral contraceptive pill, as it had made her headaches much worse. Over the years she [...]
Have You Had COVID And Not Recovered?
Have you had COVID and not recovered? By Dr Sandra Cabot Most people who have COVID 19 get better within a few weeks, but between 10% and 30% of those infected do not recover fully and suffer significant ongoing disability that lasts for months and longer. Long COVID is also known as post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 (PASC). Symptoms can become chronic and there are quite a few neurological symptoms including loss of smell, cognitive impairment (foggy brain) and mood disorders. Other symptoms can include fatigue, shortness of breath and gut problems. The high incidence of neurological symptoms is not [...]
Raspberry Passionfruit Smoothie
Raspberry passionfruit smoothie By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) If you’re bored with your regular smoothie recipes, this raspberry passionfruit smoothie is zesty and delicious! Raspberries are a fantastic source of antioxidants – evident in their bright colour, which are fantastic for reducing inflammation in the body. Raspberries and passionfruit are both high in vitamin C, making this recipe particularly great for supporting your immune system. We’ve added nuts and seeds for healthy fats and to keep you full. Serves: 1 Ingredients: 7 Serving size: 370g Total calories: 433 Protein: 30.4g Fat: 20.5g [...]
Having A Fat Tongue Can Cause Sleep Apnoea
Having a fat tongue can cause sleep apnoea By naturopath Margaret Jasinska It may sound like a joke but it’s actually true. Sleep apnoea is extremely common and can be caused by a few different factors. The most common cause is insulin resistance, which causes internal accumulation of fat. Fat can build up in the tongue, upper respiratory tract, neck and chest. This can impair the ability to breathe properly at night. People with insulin resistance typically also have a fatty liver. A recent study showed that at least one in ten Australians suffer from undiagnosed obstructive sleep [...]
These 2 Drugs Raise The Risk Of Gastrointestinal Bleeding
These 2 drugs raise the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding By naturopath Margaret Jasinska A recent study has shown that combining some antidepressants with some pain relievers can raise the risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding (UGIB) by up to 600 percent! This research was published in the journal Gastroenterology. These are commonly used drugs. Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Aropax and Prozac are some of the most commonly prescribed medications, while aspirin, Advil and Aleve are regularly used by most people to relieve pain or fever. Most people don’t realise that combining these drugs can have seriously [...]
Moroccan Fish
Moroccan fish This Moroccan fish recipe is healthy, full of flavour and couldn’t be easier to make. Whether you’re cooking an easy weeknight dinner or a special holiday meal, you can’t go wrong with this recipe. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 13 Serving size: 350 g Total calories: 204 Protein: 20.64 g Fat: 7.96 g Carbohydrates: 14.25 g Fibre: 4.1 g Ingredients 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed ½ medium fennel bulb, washed and thinly sliced ¼ tsp fennel seeds 1 tsp garam masala [...]
You Should Be Doing These Things To Absorb More Nutrients From Your Food
You should be doing these things to absorb more nutrients from your food By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Even if you take all the right steps to eat healthy, nourishing meals, you may not be absorbing as many nutrients from your food as you could be! There are many different factors that can enhance or reduce absorption of vitamins and minerals: Don’t have tea or coffee with meals Tea and coffee contain tannins which can reduce the absorption of minerals from your food, such as iron, [...]