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What is Animal Assisted Therapy?
Jul 29, 2013
If you’ve ever felt sad and then cuddled a cute pet, you’ll know how wonderful animals can be in boosting our moods. That’s the main assumption of animal assisted therapy: that our mental, physical, social and emotional health and wellbeing can...Fancy a Spot of Ecotherapy?: What You Need to Know
Jul 23, 2013
Do you feel energised when out and about in nature? It's no coincidence; in fact, numerous studies have found that "green exercise" – or ecotherapy – produces significant health and wellness benefits. Ecotherapy: an Introduction With many people...Is Fasting Safe?
Jul 19, 2013
Recently, a personal trainer friend told me they fasted once a week for various health reasons. I was stunned – doesn't fasting stall your metabolism and make you gain weight? Intrigued, I decided to investigate. Is fasting effective for weight loss?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...The Healing Power of Polyphenols
Jul 16, 2013
You can find many articles here on NT Pages and elsewhere about the benefits of certain "superfoods." As they are discovered, each of these superfoods is put under the microscope in order to reveal the "secret" ingredient that makes them so beneficial...Duchess of Cambridge Turns to Hypnobirthing
Jul 02, 2013
As her due date nears, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge has apparently opted for hypnobirthing to help with the delivery of her first child. Royal watchers say the Duchess will use hypnobirthing to avoid the pain of childbirth, when she is...Why Visit a Kinesiologist?
Jun 17, 2013
I recently told a friend that I’d visited a kinesiologist. "Why?" she asked, "Is there something wrong with your k-nees?" Her joke was not entirely incorrect. A kinesiologist treats a wide range of conditions, including sporting injuries, aches and...Which Yoga is Best?
Jun 03, 2013
If you’re new to yoga, you may be wondering which style you should choose. Or perhaps you’re an experienced yogi or yogini and want to mix things up and try something new. Whichever camp you’re in, this quick guide to yoga styles will help you...What is Shirodhara?
May 24, 2013
Picture yourself lying on a massage table in a warm, darkened room. You close your eyes and as your body relaxes, a tepid liquid drips onto your forehead and down your temples. As it slides down the side of your face, the sensation reminds you of a soft...What is Taurine?
May 22, 2013
Until the controversy over the dangers of energy drinks flared up, taurine was a word most familiar to sports nutritionists and medical practitioners. It only achieved notoriety when it became associated with energy drinks. What is taurine? Is it something...Know Your Dosha: Vata
May 13, 2013
According to Ayurveda, vata, pitta and kapha are the three main doshas (or vital energies) that make up a person’s constitution. The doshas - and the balance between them – dictate your health and how you relate to the world. What are the Doshas?What is Integrative Medicine?
Apr 29, 2013
For generations, natural therapies were frowned upon by conventional medical practitioners. At best, herbal medicine, homoeopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine and other natural treatments were considered placebos at best, while practitioners were often...What Are Superfoods?
Apr 15, 2013
What are superfoods? The term, "superfood" seemed to appear out of nowhere in the late 1990s, after researchers began discovering that some fruits, berries and vegetable contain high levels of antioxidants and other ingredients that have powerful health...What is Hydrotherapy?
Mar 15, 2013
Hydrotherapy is the use of water (hydro) for therapeutic purposes. While that may roughly define hydrotherapy, it raises more questions than it answers. How is water used in hydrotherapy? Why is hydrotherapy effective? Who can benefit from it? This brief...What are Polyphenols?
Mar 06, 2013
Keeping up with the latest discoveries about the benefits of natural foods can become overwhelming. How do antioxidants work? What chemicals and chemical reactions make certain foods healthier than others? One of the most talked about topics in nutrition...Natural Remedies for Dental Health
Mar 01, 2013
Australians spend an estimated $6.7 billion on dental care every year. In spite of this, Australia is ranked 18th out of 21 OECD countries for dental health. What's the solution to this problem? Many natural health therapists argue that nature already...Top Reasons Why You Need to Visit a Massage Therapist
Feb 08, 2013
If you've ever had a massage, you probably left the clinic feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Feeling good is just one benefit from seeing a massage therapist. In this article, we look at a few other healthy reasons to book in for a massage. What is...What's Your Dosha?
Jan 31, 2013
Have you ever noticed how certain foods make you feel light, while others weigh you down? According to Ayurveda, it all comes down to your dosha. What is a Dosha? Ayurvedic medicine assumes that we all have a mix of three mind and body constitutions, called...Natural Therapies for Low Libido
Jan 21, 2013
Most of us will experience low libido at some point in our lives. If you're experiencing a lack of desire, there are a range of natural solutions that may help. Read on to find out about symptoms and solutions for low libido. What is Low Libido? Low...Natural Ways to Combat Ageing
Dec 11, 2012
There is such a thing as ageing gracefully. While you can’t avoid ageing all together, there are a few simple steps you can try to delay the ageing process. Check out these top tips for age-proofing your body. Boost Your Bod With Berries Adding bright...
