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The Facts About Smoking: Reasons Why You Need to Quit
Sep 07, 2008
Many preventable diseases and deaths are linked to smoking in Australia and around the world. As reported by the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, smoking contributed 9.3% of the total burden of disease in Australia in 2015. About 73% of...Prebiotics Basics: What are prebiotics?
Sep 05, 2008
Prebiotics are non-digestible food fibres that are beneficial to the body by promoting the growth of healthy bacteria in the intestines. For that reason, to become effective, the prebiotic must not be digested within the upper gastrointestinal tract, so...Moon Phases
Sep 04, 2008
Have you ever wondered how the phases of the moon affect you? Read on to learn more. About Astrology and Moon Phases Astrology is all about cycles – the cycles of the planets as they move through the solar system and also the cycles of the planets...Is Holistic Dentistry Really Dentistry?
Sep 03, 2008
Holistic dentistry is a practice that uses safe, non-toxic methods of caring for your oral health. It covers the same areas as traditional dentistry but works with the entire body in order to ensure optimal health. Read on to find out more. What is...Feng Shui Grid: The Basics of Feng Shui
Aug 22, 2008
The Feng Shui grid is a vital part of any Feng Shui practice in the home. It is what provides the guide for where to place items in order to improve the flow of Chi and bring optimal positive energy into the home. The Feng Shui Grid The Feng Shui...Vedic Astrology vs. Western Astrology: Similarities & Differences Explained
Aug 18, 2008
There are many different types of astrology, each with its own unique set of beliefs and teachings. Vedic astrology and Western astrology are two of the most popular forms of astrology, and while they share some similarities, they also have some key...Yoga - Raja
Aug 01, 2008
Raja Yoga Raja yoga literally means the king of yogas. In this form of yoga, the mind is the instrument used for looking inwards and uncovering the inner self. Read on to learn more. What is the Purpose of Raja Yoga? In raja yoga, meditation is based...Yoga - Corporate
Jul 31, 2008
Why Use Yoga in the Workplace? Yoga is not just about being able to perform complicated poses and movements. It is a holistic approach to physical and mental health, as well as a person’s well being and personal growth. Yoga helps a person to become...Folate/Folic Acid: What You Need to Know
Jul 24, 2008
Folate is a water-soluble B vitamin that is found naturally in food. Folic acid, on the other hand, is the synthetic form of folate that can be found in supplements and is added to fortified foods. But what exactly is folate? What does Folate Do?All You Need to Know: Essential Oils
Jul 18, 2008
Essential oils are most commonly associated with aromatherapy and they have a wide range of benefits, from the physical to the emotional. We’ve put together an essential guide on what you need to know. Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Aromatherapy...Acupuncture: How Does It Work?
Jul 10, 2008
Acupuncture is becoming an ever more popular natural therapy but how exactly does it work? Read on to find out more about this amazing therapy. How Does Acupuncture Work? Acupuncture works by utilising specific points on the body that act as gateways...The History of Acupuncture
Jul 07, 2008
Acupuncture is one of the major features in Traditional Chinese Medicine and has existed for thousands of years but what exactly is the history of acupuncture? The Evolution of Acupuncture Acupuncture first came about during the Chou dynasty (1030BC...Acupuncture Points
Jul 06, 2008
Acupuncture is a therapy that makes use of fine needles being inserted into acupuncture points in order to re-establish correct energy flow through the body’s meridians and to clear any energy blockages, which may cause illness or imbalance within...Chi/Prana Breathing: What You Need to Know
Jul 01, 2008
We all know that breathing is necessary just to stay alive, but how many of us have thought about the other important things that occur when we breathe? Chi/prana or life force body enters the body through the breath, and correct breathing means...Gua Sha Massage 101: What is Gua Sha Massage?
Jun 25, 2008
Did you know that using massage can help strengthen the immune system and prevent the occurrence of several illnesses. Gua Sha massage is a type of massage therapy that can help with this. Read this article to find out more about this. What is gua...Understanding Chakras
Jun 23, 2008
The word “chakra” is taken from a Sanskrit word meaning “wheel” but a better translation would be a “spinning wheel”. If you are able to see chakras, you would see them as a spinning wheel of energy – spinning inward from the front...Moxibustion 101: What is Moxibustion Therapy?
Jun 22, 2008
Moxibustion therapy is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment that assists in expeling cold and damp from the body. Also, It is useful in helping with various health conditions, such aches, colds and flu, and even poor digestion. Read this...Human Energy Field: What You Need to Know
Jun 20, 2008
Every person is surrounded by an invisible energy field, made up of a unique set of atoms and vibrations. Each person's energy field is different. But what exactly is the human energy field? What is the Human Energy Field? The human energy field is...Ayurvedic Constitutions: What You Need to Know
Jun 18, 2008
In the teachings of Ayurveda, the five elements – ether, air, fire, water, and earth – manifest in the body as the three doshas or energies. These doshas are the Ayurvedic constitutions. Each individual will have a mix of these three energies...What is Aura?
Jun 17, 2008
The aura is an energy field that surrounds each and every person. Every person’s aura is different, and the aura provides the energy that is responsible for sustaining the human body. Read on to find out more about auras. What is an Aura? The...
