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What's the Deal With Artificial Sweeteners?
Dec 07, 2011
Artificial sweeteners are used as a low calorie option to sweeten foods and beverages. Although they do make things taste sweet without the added calories (which sugar provides) they do come with a host of side effects. Aspartame is the most commonly...The Health Benefits of Sweet Potato
Dec 06, 2011
The humble sweet potato is exactly what its name suggests – sweet. Full of important nutrients, they play a very important role in our diet. Nutritional Contributions of the Sweet Potato The sweet potato contains a vast amount of carotenes including...Is Almond Milk a Healthy Alternative to Dairy?
Dec 05, 2011
Looking for a dairy alternative but not sure if almond milk ticks all the right boxes for you? Plant-based milks have become really popular and are a useful alternative if you cannot tolerate dairy or want to reduce your animal food intake. But are...What is Echinacea?
Nov 30, 2011
Echinacea is a well known natural remedy that is mainly used for the treatment of colds and flu. It is a great infection fighter and natural antibiotic. Read on to learn more about its benefits. What is Echinacea? Echinacea is an herbal medicine...Why Eat Maqui Berries?
Nov 24, 2011
Maqui berries have hit the shelves of health food stores across Australia and dietitians and nutritionists are hailing them as the latest superfood discovery. What are maqui berries? Is there a reason why you should eat maqui berries or are they a...The Health Benefits of Olive Leaf Tea
Nov 22, 2011
For centuries before the advent of modern medicine, herbal remedies were used for their preventive and purportively curative powers. One of these was olive leaf tea. Now science has uncovered the secrets of the health benefits of olive leaf tea. What...Popular Ayurveda Herbs
Nov 14, 2011
Ayurvedic herbs have been administered for thousands of years in India. That is certainly long enough to give them sound integrity when it comes to their efficacy. Now you can find many different manufacturers that offer quality Ayurvedic herbs on the...Coffee or Tea?: Pick Your Morning Fix
Nov 10, 2011
Many of us enjoy a hot drink (or more than one!) a day, usually in the form of coffee or tea. Coffee is often used as a tool to increase awareness and tea is often favoured mid morning or afternoon with a snack. They are both hot drinks but there...The Health Benefits of Cranberries
Nov 09, 2011
Long before the health benefits of natural foods became widely researched, cranberries made the news for their healing powers. In the late 1950s, studies published in respected medical journals touted the remarkable anti-bacterial action of cranberries...What are Detox Foot Patches?
Nov 09, 2011
As we learn more about the health hazards of heavy metals and other environmental pollutants, it's no wonder we look for ways to effectively eliminate them from our system. Detox foot patches, though not new in Asian countries, are relatively new to...The Truth About Protein Shakes
Nov 04, 2011
If you are trying to lose weight or gain muscle, it's possible that you have considered using a protein shake. Protein is needed by the body to maximise muscle mass and repair. It can also keep you feeling fuller for longer, but do you need protein...Soy Products: Secrets and Misconceptions
Nov 03, 2011
Soy is actually a very versatile bean and belongs to the family of legumes. It originated in China and has been cultivated for thousands of years. It is more recently been seen for its culinary versatilities in the Western culture in recent years.We...What are Activated Nuts?
Oct 24, 2011
No one disputes the nutritional value of nuts, but there is some controversy over the best way to eat them. Some say they are best eaten raw while others find raw nuts hard to digest and prefer roasted nuts. On the other hand, critics say that roasting...Dairy Free Milk Options for Lactose Intolerance
Oct 20, 2011
If you are looking for a dairy free milk alternative you will be pleased to know that there are many options available. Let's look at them in more detail. Soy Milk Soy milk is well known as a lactose free alternative to dairy milk. You can get...Sounds of Peace: Singing Bowls
Oct 20, 2011
Peace, glorious peace! Who hasn’t yearned for feelings of deep peace – the sort of peacefulness that comes with finding the quiet space within and resting there with very little mind chatter to take you away from the stillness? Being in this place...Carrier Oils and SPF: What You Need to Know
Oct 14, 2011
Increasing interest in natural skin care products has made sun protection a hot topic. Whilst larger skin care companies might have the wherewithal to get their products tested and get an actual SPF figure attributed to their skin care ranges, what...The Benefits of Tea Tree Oil
Oct 05, 2011
Hold the disinfectant! Next time you need to clean anything, whether it’s a wound, a benchtop or your tinea laden toenails, try using tea tree, the great Australian essential oil. It has proven properties, is safe and multi-purpose. Only use aromatherapy...What is Rooibos Tea?
Sep 30, 2011
Have you heard of rooibos tea? If you haven't yet, you probably will soon, because it is becoming increasingly popular in a health conscious Australia. What is rooibos tea? Where does it come from? What are the health benefits of rooibos tea? What...What is a Salt Lamp?
Sep 19, 2011
No one needs to tell us that a day spent in nature is refreshing and rejuvenating: we just feel it. We also feel the opposite when we spend too much time sitting in front of our computer or television or in a polluted urban environment. Why is this so?Making the Most of Carrier Oils
Sep 09, 2011
Whether you’re working in massage therapy or you’re just an interested amateur, you’ll have your favourite carrier oils that are always to hand. It’s possible they were the ones your first massage tutor recommended – cheap, reliable, effective...
