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9 Habits You Need To Break To Slow Down Ageing
9 habits you need to break to slow down ageing By Jessah Shaw, Adv Dip (Nut Med) While there are many things you are probably aware of that can accelerate the ageing process such as smoking and obesity, below are some of the many common habits that may secretly be ageing us every day. 1. Excessive worrying While it is common to experience some degree of stress between work, family, relationships and time constraints, we can all attempt to reduce our tendency to worry. Not only does [...]
What To Eat If You’ve Got Gout
What to eat if you’ve got gout By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Gout is a very painful type of arthritis that usually affects the lower extremities. In 90 percent of cases gout affects the big toe. It’s also common in the joints of the feet and ankles. Gout occurs when there is a build up of uric acid in the bloodstream, which then gets deposited in the joints and other tissues, including the kidneys. Everyone has some uric acid in their bloodstream; people with gout make too much of it or don’t excrete it well enough. A gout attack can [...]
Chicken Salad With Figs
Chicken salad with figs A dish to enjoy for lunch or dinner, this chicken salad with figs is a sensational combination of sweet and salty ingredients. Serves: 4 Ingredients: 8 Serving size: 213 g Total calories: 323 Protein: 44.18 g Fat: 8.74 g Carbohydrates: 16.13 g Fibre: 2.5 g Ingredients 2 large chicken breasts 1 cup rocket leaves 4 fresh figs, halved 2 prosciutto slices, torn 2 bocconcini balls, torn to small pieces 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil ½ tsp cinnamon 1 tbsp honey Salt and pepper to [...]
You Can Get Alcoholic Liver Damage Even If You Don’t Drink
You can get alcoholic liver damage even if you don’t drink By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is the build up of fat in the liver caused by factors other than alcohol. It affects at least a quarter of the adult population in developed nations, usually by the time they are 40. The disease is becoming increasingly prevalent in children though and we’ve seen it in eight year olds. What causes a fatty liver Several things can cause fatty liver. These are the most [...]
Glowing Skin Is A Side Effect Of Cleansing!
Glowing skin is a side effect of cleansing! By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) Have you ever noticed how people that eat well and exercise have a certain glow to their skin? Have you recently done a detox program and noticed that your skin was brighter, smoother and less blotchy? It’s all to do with the toxic load! Everything you eat, drink, smell and touch is absorbed into your body. The air is polluted, food is covered with pesticides and full of additives, cleaning products and beauty products contain harmful chemicals and all of these toxins, chemicals, heavy [...]
How Often Should You Do A Cleanse?
How often should you do a cleanse? By Jessah Robinson, Adv Dip (Nut Med) Cleansing or detoxing essentially refers to the filtering and removal of toxic compounds from the body. Although our bodies detoxify naturally each and every day, in today’s modern world we are constantly exposed to toxins which can cause our bodies to become overloaded and unable to sufficiently detoxify. The environmental toxins we are exposed to include plastic residues, solvents, cleaning products, beauty products, engine fumes and air pollution. In addition, the typical Western diet is largely made up of processed foods and refined carbohydrates [...]
Roasted Parsnip Hummus
Roasted parsnip hummus If you're a fan of hummus but chickpeas don't agree with you or you feel like changing it up a little, this roasted parsnip hummus is a great alternative. Utilising the delicious sweet root vegetable parsnip, this dip is sure to be a hit at your dinner party. It would also serve as a great sauce on the side of roasted vegetables and meat. Makes: 550 g Ingredients: 9 Serving size: 30 g Total calories: 41 Protein: 0.38 g Fat: 2.34 g Carbohydrates: 5 g Fibre: 1.34 g [...]
Minimise Stress And Smile More With These Self-Care Tips
Minimise stress and smile more with these self-care tips By Louise Belle BHSc (Nut Med) With increasing social pressure, long work hours, family commitments, financial struggles and health commitments, life can get a little overwhelming and stressful at times! We could all benefit from some stress relief – try these strategies: 1. Pet an animal There’s nothing quite like the feeling of unconditional love from a furry friend. Research has shown that petting an animal (even a turtle!) can reduce stress levels. Do yourself a favour and [...]
Why Women Are More Likely To Develop Autoimmune Diseases
Why women are more likely to develop autoimmune diseases New findings have been presented based on the possible causes behind gender differences in the occurrence of rheumatism and other autoimmune diseases. The study was published in Nature Communications, and could be of great significance for the future treatment of diseases. In autoimmune diseases, the immune system launches an attack against the body’s own tissue. Almost all autoimmune diseases affect women more often than men. This gender difference is especially evident in the case of lupus, a serious disease also known as systemic lupus erythematosus or SLE. Nine out [...]
A Keto Diet May Protect Your Brain From Alzheimer’s Disease
A keto diet may protect your brain from Alzheimer’s disease By naturopath Margaret Jasinska Did you know there are approximately 472,000 Australians living with some form of dementia? If current trends continue, this figure is projected to more than double by 2058. The medical industry has been searching for a cure for a long time. After many years of research and failed medication trials, the general consensus is that Alzheimer’s disease is incurable. Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia. Dementia impacts a person’s thinking, memory, attention and behaviour and can have a dramatic impact on daily function [...]