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Natural Therapies for Alopecia
Jul 28, 2014
While there is unfortunately no cure for alopecia, there are some natural treatments which may temporarily aid hair growth. In this article, we explore a few of these and investigate their effectiveness. What is Alopecia? Alopecia is the medical term...Get Involved with National Diabetes Week 2014
Jul 09, 2014
It's National Diabetes Week from 13 to 19 July. And this year, Diabetes Australia is unveiling a new prevention campaign. What is the 2014 National Diabetes Campaign? The diabetes campaign will this year focus on encouraging all Australians to check...The Lowdown on Performance Enhancing Drugs
Jun 11, 2014
Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs) always appear in the news headlines, as athletes – perhaps most notoriously, Lance Armstrong – get caught out. But what are PEDs, how do they work and why are they dangerous? What are Performance Enhancing Drugs?What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease?
May 28, 2014
Many of us have experienced pain and discomfort from a stomach ache. People who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) can unfortunately suffer from severe pain. But what is IBD and are there any treatments? Inflammatory Bowel Disease: The Facts The term...Natural Therapies for Hayfever
May 21, 2014
If you’re sneezing, wheezing, snuffling and coughing, hayfever might be to blame. But you’re not alone, with a reported 3.1 million Australians suffering from hayfever. Thankfully, there are several natural treatments that may help alleviate the...Using Food to Manage Stress
May 09, 2014
Stress always seems to follow us at one stage of our lives or another. Just how stressed we get depends on us, our personality, character as well as the food we consume. Yes, the food we devour can either support us through our management of stress...Natural Therapies for Back Pain
Apr 18, 2014
Almost everyone has experienced back pain at some point. It can be incredibly debilitating, preventing the sufferer from living a full and active life. If you’ve experienced (or are experiencing) back pain, you’ll be happy to know there are several...Natural Remedies for Tooth Pain
Apr 16, 2014
Tooth pain can be horribly uncomfortable, disrupting your day and perhaps even impacting your sleep. Thankfully, there are some natural remedies that may help minimise tooth pain and bring about relief. What Causes Tooth Pain? Painful pearly whites can...Reflexology for Hormonal Imbalances
Mar 24, 2014
Reflexology is a gentle and non-invasive natural treatment designed to help in maintaining the optimal state of general wellbeing in healthy individuals and aid in alleviating the symptoms of various disorders. According to practitioners and individuals...Acupuncture for Lower Back Pain
Mar 24, 2014
A new study has found that acupuncture has many advantages over modern medicine, when it comes to treating lower back pain. Led by Korean doctors, the study suggested that acupuncture may reduce acute pain in the lower back faster and more effectively...Hypnotherapy & Addictions
Feb 28, 2014
While hypnotherapy has been shown to help depression, aiding childbirth and alleviating a wide range of health issues, it may also assist with managing addictions. In fact, many people are trying hypnotherapy to alleviate addictions and learn new behaviours.Natural Treatment for Allergies
Feb 03, 2014
Ahchoo! Spring is in the air, bringing with it dust and pollen that’s sure to irritate allergy sufferers. But rather than suffer – and sniffle – through spring, read these top tips for combatting allergies with natural therapies. What are Allergies?Reducing Inflammation with Essential Oils
Jan 29, 2014
When we think of inflammation, we often think of it as a disease. While it is true that any disease that ends with the suffix "-itis" is by definition a disease that includes inflammation ("itis" comes from a Greek word that means "a burning sensation"), inflammation...What Natural Therapies for Diabetes?
Jan 10, 2014
Recent research has found that type 2 diabetes is largely preventable – or at least delayed – through lifestyle improvements. Leading a healthy life is crucial to keeping diabetes at bay. But what other natural therapies can be useful in either preventing, delaying...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...Natural Therapies for Drug Addiction
Dec 25, 2013
Beating addiction can be tough. Often, it involves intensive treatment, lifestyle changes, behaviour modification and time spent changing belief systems. A complete healthcare plan, combining conventional and natural therapies, can help overcome a...Natural Remedies for a Dry Mouth
Dec 20, 2013
Around 10 percent of the population has dry mouth syndrome, which may be a symptom of a bigger health issue. Once you’ve seen a health practitioner to pinpoint the causes of dry mouth, you’ll no doubt be on the search for a solution. Here we look...Natural Therapies for Candida
Dec 18, 2013
When a friend was fatigued and suffering from stomach aches, she took a trip to the naturopath, who diagnosed her with candidiasis. Since then, she's overhauled her diet and is loving her newfound energy and digestive health. If you're looking for...Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) & Depression
Dec 06, 2013
When you have depression, the world can be a dark place. And it's easy to develop negative thoughts and behaviour, continuing the cycle of depression. That's why Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) is seen to be such an effective treatment for depression, as...Natural Approaches for Diarrhoea
Nov 15, 2013
Running to the bathroom with a bad case of the runs is rarely a pleasant experience. It can also be embarrassing and uncomfortable. So what should you do to prevent and manage diarrhoea? Here are a few natural approaches that may help. Stay Hydrated...
