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The Effects of Climate Change on Your Health

Mar 18, 2022

Climate change is moving further and more into the future every day, which means it will have a greater impact on younger generations than on older generations. If climate change is not addressed, the consequences might be disastrous, as its effects...

Join Lung Health Awareness Month 2021 to Combat Lung Diseases

Oct 18, 2021

Everyone needs to maintain healthy lungs to avoid breathing difficulties and the risk of lung cancer or other chronic conditions like asthma. Lung Health Awareness Month, a month-long annual event that runs from 1st to 30th November, aims to help people...

What is Chronic Disease Management?

Sep 08, 2021

Any health issue that lasts more than a year and requires ongoing treatment is classified as a chronic health condition. Chronic diseases are the leading causes of death and disability in the world, plus they are associated with the growing healthcare...

Debunking Asthma Myths on World Asthma Day 2021

May 03, 2021

Have you ever been told that asthma is just in your head amid a severe attack? Well, it's just one of the many myths about the condition that keeps people from getting the right treatment. Bearing the theme, "Uncovering Asthma Misconceptions", World...

Research Discovers Rural Kids Deal Better with Stress

Aug 13, 2018

Kids who grow up in the city without pets are more at risk of developing mental illness. A new University of Colorado study also found children raised in the country with lots of animals and a dusty environment are more resilient to stress. Published...

Can Efficient Detoxing Make Chronic Illnesses Disappear?

Sep 17, 2015

In my work as a health practitioner I have repeatedly seen people recover from their chronic illnesses after efficient detoxing with New Homeopathy (Symbol Healing after Erich Koerbler, who was an Austrian Scientist). In many cases the patients were...

Study: Poor Sleep Habits May Lead to Obesity

Mar 21, 2014

Sleeping for seven or eight hours per night leads to optimal health. Not only does getting a good night's sleep ensure you wake up refreshed and ready to face the day, but it also helps you to maintain a healthy weight and avoid the development of...

Natural Approaches to Treating Asthma

Jan 01, 2014

Are you looking for natural ways to relieve the symptoms of asthma? With one in four children and one in 10 adults suffering from the condition, you’re certainly not alone in your quest to find relief. There are many natural approaches to treating...

Why Do You Need to Visit an Osteopath?

Jul 18, 2013

Did you know your body has the ability to heal itself? This is the central aim of osteopathy – to get your body back into balance and remove barriers to good health. In this article, we take a closer look at the role of an osteopath and why you might...

Soft Drinks Linked to Lung Disease and Asthma

Jan 13, 2012

Over-consumption of soft drinks has been associated with tooth decay and obesity for decades. Now, a recent University of Adelaide study has unearthed even more reason for concern. According to university researchers, soft drinks appear to be linked...

Buteyko Technique for Asthma

May 27, 2010

Buteyko Technique is one of a range of alternative natural treatments being used alongside conventional medicine to treat conditions such as asthma.  As its focus is on breathing and restoring natural breathing rates it has been found to be very helpful...

Herbal Medicine for Asthma

May 27, 2010

Herbal medicine is one of an array of natural therapies that are used to alleviate a range of conditions, including asthma. This follows the trend to more complementary treatments, with fewer side effects, which are increasingly used in conjunction...

Homeopathy for Asthma

May 27, 2010

Homeopathy is one of several natural therapies that are being utilised to relieve the symptoms of conditions such as asthma. This is also part of a growing trend to more holistic solutions to health problems, with a reduced reliance on conventional...

Meditation for Asthma

May 27, 2010

Meditation is a mental focus technique that aims to induce a deep state of relaxation.  This is achieved via various methods including visualisation, chanting and controlled breathing – all of which reduce tension and help promote relaxation.  Meditation...

Aromatherapy for Asthma

May 27, 2010

Asthma is a chronic condition characterised by breathing difficulty and wheezing. It can attack at any age, but it usually develops in early childhood. Aromatherapy is a useful adjunct to the asthma medication prescribed by your doctor as various essential...

Natural Asthma Treatments

May 27, 2010

Asthma is a condition that effects the functioning of the lungs, specifically the bronchial passages and alveolar sacs.  It is triggered by a range of airborne irritants including chemicals, dust mites, feathers, mildew and cigarette smoke; as well...

Nutrition for Asthma

May 27, 2010

Nutrition is essential for maintaining optimum health, and involves eating a balanced diet made up of a variety of foods.  This gives your body the right amount of  essential nutrients to maintain essential processes and your immune system.  Some...

A Peek at the Healing Properties of Slippery Elm

Oct 14, 2009

Slippery elm (ulmus fulva) is a tree that originated in North America, where its inner bark has been used by Native Americans for centuries as a treatment for a wide range of illnesses, including peptic ulcers and skin inflammation. The inner bark...

Understanding Asthma: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatments & Prevention

Sep 24, 2009

Asthma is a chronic condition that causes airway inflammation due to a range of factors such as genetics, the environment, infections, allergies, emotions, and even the foods that we eat. The most common symptoms of asthma are wheezing, coughing, chest...

Stop Stressing: What Stress Does to You & How You Can Stop It

Sep 11, 2009

Stress is a normal part of life that usually comes from everyday experiences and may elicit a bodily response that is physical, mental or emotional. Your body is equipped with an internal mechanism to deal with stress. When you are faced with a stressful...

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