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How to Change Your Weight With Your Thinking
Jul 06, 2010
Your Belief System As Gandhi said not so long ago, you need "to be the change you want to see in the world". In other words, if you want to see changes in the world, you need to start at number one and make some of your own positive changes. Your personal...Top 10 Spices and What They Do
Jun 16, 2010
Unlike herbs that come from the leaves of plants, spices derive from the plant's roots, berries, seeds and bark. They add a kick of flavour as well as a host of health benefits to a meal thanks to their intense concentration of phytochemicals (plant...Preparing for a Detox
Jun 16, 2010
For whatever reason, whether it is to lose weight, feel well again or just improve your overall vitality, you have decided to follow a detox diet. Before you start and to ensure its success, a little planning beforehand can go a long way and help you...The Best Foods for a Long Life
Jun 16, 2010
The secret to staying young may lie simply in the foods we eat. Read on to find out more about which foods can slow the aging process down, ensuring you a long and healthy life. Fibre Modern lifestyles have caused a surge in consumption fast, pre-prepared...Food for Thought: Nutrition & Mental Health
Jun 16, 2010
A simple change in diet can dramatically improve ones mental health. The body and the brain require certain nutrients to stay healthy, happy, productive, well slept, satisfied and so on. How Nutrients Affect your Physical Health Nutrients such as carbs, proteins, fats, minerals...How to Cleanse Your Kidneys
Jun 11, 2010
Your kidneys are two bean-shaped organs located in the middle of your back, one on each side. They are responsible for excreting just under 2 litres a day of toxic, waste-filled water from of the body via the urinary system. They are also accountable...Understanding Anger: Learning & Controlling
Jun 11, 2010
A common misconception about anger is that it is an unacceptable negative emotion that one should not express. In reality, it is a natural response when you are hurt, threatened or frustrated by difficult situations. Anger can have both constructive...How the Body Relaxes: Things You Can Do
Jun 11, 2010
Relaxation is important for everyone, to let go of the stress of everyday life and recharge. There are many, many different ways that the body can relax and which one you choose will depend on the amount of time you have, what you are comfortable with...Hypnotherapy for Decision Making
Jun 11, 2010
Do you find it hard to make decisions? You're not alone – making big decisions can be extremely terrifying at times due to the fear of getting it wrong – but there is a way to help you make those important decisions effectively. Read on for more...Becoming a Vegetarian
Jun 11, 2010
What is a Vegetarian? A vegetarian is the term commonly used to refer to someone that doesn't consume meat and other animal products. Types of vegetarians Flexitarian/Semi-vegetarian – someone who mostly follows a vegetarian diet but occasionally...The Truth About Fibre Rich Diets
Jun 11, 2010
It takes saturated fats days or even weeks to digest (and cause harm), whereas fibre takes only hours. Fibre also fills us up - leading to less food cravings and subsequent overeating - which leads to weight loss! The recommended daily fibre intake...Look after your liver
Jun 10, 2010
Liver Conditions Ideally, the liver is able to cleanse itself by passing toxins into the intestine for proper excretion. However, factors such as your genes, viruses and toxic chemicals may cause liver problems that may or may not go away on their own.How to Avoid Metals In Your Environment
Jun 10, 2010
Metals in our environment consist of trace elements originally deriving from the earth's crust. They can be found in our food and water, and may be used to produce other everyday items such as kitchen appliances, timber products, home insulation bats...Eating for the Brain: Food to Boost Your Brain Health
May 21, 2010
The human brain uses 20-30% of the body's energy intake when resting, making it by far the greediest organ in the human body. Without adequate nutrition from food, the brain loses control over hormonal, oxygen, immunity and nutrient transport function, leaving...How to Find & Make Time to Relax for Your Mind, Body & Spirit
Apr 22, 2010
In this day and age, it's easy to feel that the demands of your lifestyle are all-encompassing, leaving you with little time to relax. However, it is important to find time to relax and de-stress, as an overstressed body is bad for the mind, body and...Yoga for Voice Improvement
Apr 09, 2010
The Need to Improve One's Voice There are many different reasons one may want a better quality of voice. Singers, lawyers, doctors, priests or salespeople may rely on their voice for their profession. Others may simply find it hard to generally communicate...5 Reasons to See a Podiatrist
Apr 08, 2010
What is Podiatry? A podiatrist is a medical Doctor that specializes in the branch of medicine devoted to the study, health, diagnosis and treatment of foot, ankle and lower leg disorders. Foot problems can affect everyone, from the inactive to athletes, and...How to Best Practice Raja Yoga
Apr 08, 2010
What is Raja Yoga? Raja yoga is one of the six orthodox schools of classical yoga. Its name can literally be translated to mean "the individual uniting with the divine". It aims to give the student an unique experience of oneness with God, achieved...Give Yourself a Sporting Chance With Osteopathy
Nov 10, 2009
Osteopathy and sport Whether you are a weekend warrior or an elite athlete, your osteopath can help prevent and treat many sporting injuries, including: neck and back strains shoulder, elbow and wrist injuries hip and pelvic injuries such as osteitis...Osteopathy and Getting Older
Nov 10, 2009
As we get older, the body loses elasticity—increasing the chance of injuring the soft tissues and bony structures. The body also loses some of its ability to recover from injuries or strains. It can be disheartening to reach a stage of life when you...
