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All About Arthritis: What It Is, Its Causes & Symptoms?

Apr 11, 2011

Arthritis is a painful and debilitating joint disease that makes even the simplest activities of daily living difficult to carry out such as walking, using the stairs, getting dressed, preparing a meal or holding a mobile phone. Read on to find out...

Products for a Healthier Lifestyle

Mar 10, 2011

Do you want to eat, live and wash in a healthier way? Then you'll love the products on offer from Yes 2 Green. In this video, Andrew shows roving reporter Kat their great range of products, including dietary fibres, olive oil extracts, fruit juices, alkaline...

When Should I See An Osteopath?

Feb 12, 2011

If you have back pain, stiff joints, headaches, arthritis, digestive problems, fatigue or even period pain, an osteopath can help. Osteopathy is a holistic discipline that uses gentle stretching, soft tissue massage and joint manipulation to ease...

Homoeopathy for Arthritis

Sep 30, 2010

The use of natural treatments, such as homeopathic remedies, is on the rise among people with arthritis looking for a break from chronic, painful persistent symptoms. A professional homoeopath can guide you to choose a remedy to treat your arthritis...

Herbal Medicine for Arthritis

Sep 30, 2010

Herbal medicine potentially offers the 3.85 million Australians being affected every year with arthritis an alternative way in managing painful symptoms. Whether you want to offset the adverse effects of prescription medications, such as nonsteroidal...

Nutrition for Arthritis

Sep 30, 2010

If you suffer from arthritis, it is important to follow a healthy diet and to introduce certain supplements that may assist in the normal body weight maintenance required in preventing strain on affected joints. Please read on for more information.

Acupuncture for Arthritis

Sep 24, 2010

Arthritis is a chronic condition whose painful symptoms may be alleviated by complementary therapies such as acupuncture. This article takes you through the benefits of acupuncture for arthritis, regardless of what type you have or how long you've...

Conditions That Benefit From Naturopathic Treatment

Jun 30, 2010

What is naturopathy? Naturopathic medicine is based on the theory that the body has the natural ability to heal itself. A naturopath will assess the person as a whole, and identify the cause of a problem or illness and treat it.  This is in contrast...

What You Need to Know About Boron & Boron Deficiency

May 20, 2010

What is Boron? Boron is a trace element and is thought to prevent calcium loss and the demineralization of bones. For this reason it is used in the treatment of arthritis, osteoporosis and the menopause; amongst others. It is thought to facilitate...

Easing Joint Pain Naturally

Oct 02, 2009

Your bones are connected closely by hinge-like structures called joints that allow them to move in relation to each other. Joints are bound together by fibrous bands called ligaments. The ligaments surround the joint with fibrous tissue while the surface...

Natural Therapies for Back Injuries

Sep 16, 2009

Your back is composed of a complex structure of bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons and disks. Any or some of these parts may be subjected to strain from physical activity, trauma or deformity, and lead to back injury. Back injury is usually accompanied...

Understanding Obesity: Basic Things You Need to Know

Jun 13, 2009

Statistics gathered by the World Health Organization (WHO) show that an estimated 2.6 million people die yearly because of obesity. Obesity is best described as the abnormal or excessive accumulation of body fat that poses serious health risks to those...

What's So Good About Glucosamine?

Apr 15, 2009

Glucosamine is a natural sugar compound found in the body, essential in the creation and repair of joint cartilage.  It is taken as a supplement to alleviate the effects of osteoarthritis, particularly knee osteoarthritis, as it assists in the formation...

Thermography 101: What is it & What is it used for?

Feb 22, 2009

Are you looking for a test that can tell you about changes in your body before other tests are able to?  Thermography is an excellent diagnostic tool that is starting to become more popular due to its “early warning” properties.  Read on to learn...

Everything You Need to Know About Cinnamon

Dec 28, 2008

Cinnamon is a well known spice used in cooking, but did you know that it can also be used therapeutically? Cinnamon actually has a wide range of health benefits. Read on to learn more. What is Cinnamon? Cinnamon, also known as sweet cinnamon, Ceylon...

Natural Therapies for Osteoarthritis

Oct 05, 2008

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis that causes pain, fatigue, immobility and a loss of interest in life. Many people turn to natural therapies to help manage the condition. Read on to learn more about the symptoms of osteoarthritis...

Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatments: Things to Remember

Oct 03, 2008

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that many people suffer from. Conventional medicine is not the only way to successfully manage the condition – there are several natural therapies that can help. Read on to learn more. Symptoms of rheumatoid...

The Magic of Lomi Lomi Massage: Is It For Real?

Jul 07, 2007

If you are yet to experience a Lomi Lomi massage, allow us to introduce you to what you have been missing out on. The magic of Lomi Lomi penetrates far beyond the physical body. Although its literal meaning in Hawaii (from where it originates) is to...

Things You Need to Know About Mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

May 31, 2007

Mild hyperbaric oxygen therapy (MHOT) is a form of oxygen therapy that raises the levels of oxygen in the body's blood plasma. Increased oxygen in the plasma leads to higher amounts of oxygen being delivered to the body's tissues, organs and brain.

Intro to Sivananda Yoga: What You Need to Know

May 28, 2007

Sivananda yoga was developed by Swami Vishnudevananda, a disciple of Swami Sivananda for whom this style of yoga was named. Sivananda yoga follows a set structure that includes postures or asanas, breathing, relaxation, diet and positive thinking.

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