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What is Arteriosclerosis?
Apr 18, 2022
Arteriosclerosis is an arterial disease that affects the blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. It's a form of coronary artery disease that occurs when the arteries become hardened and narrowed, which makes...How Puzzles Can Help Improve Your Mental Health
Apr 08, 2022
Puzzles are games that require thought and often involve trying to solve a problem. They can be beneficial for mental health in many ways. For example, puzzles can help improve cognitive skills and memory recall ability. Puzzles have also been shown...Ways Commuting Affects Your Health & Wellbeing
Apr 01, 2022
It's no secret that commuting can be stressful. Whether you're stuck in traffic or on a crowded bus or train, daily commute can be a hassle. But did you know that it can also have a negative impact on your health and wellbeing? Whether you're one of...World Salt Awareness Week: Why Less Salt is Better
Feb 28, 2022
Salt is an important nutrient that supports the nerves and muscles in the body. Plus, it balances the electrolytes in the human body by keeping the amount of water in and around the cells in check. However, too much dietary salt, which is common in...Heart Failure & Natural Therapies: Fixing Your Broken Heart Naturally
Dec 14, 2021
People with heart failure suffer from heart disease, which can be caused by abnormal heart valves, heart attacks or heart defects. Heart failure occurs when the heart is unable to pump enough blood and oxygen throughout the body. It can cause shortness...Heart Failure: Definition, Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
Dec 13, 2021
The heart is the source of life. When it weakens and ceases to function properly, heart failure results. There are so many factors that contribute to heart failure, as well as a range of unpleasant symptoms. Learn about this condition, what causes...What is Dementia?: Symptoms, Causes & Diagnosis
Dec 02, 2021
Dementia is not considered a disease itself, but rather an umbrella term for a collection of symptoms that appear when the brain is damaged in some way. The term dementia comes from Latin words that mean "without mind". Dementia comes in many forms; Alzheimer's...2 Cholesterol Lowering Recipes: Salmon & Asparagus and Apple Cranberry Crisp
Apr 18, 2019
Cholesterol: The Good and The Bad There are two types of lipoproteins that carry cholesterol to and from the cell in our body: high-density lipoprotein or HDL and low-density lipoprotein or LDL. HDL is known as the good cholesterol because it helps...What Foods to Eat When You Have High Cholesterol
Mar 25, 2019
Cholesterol is considered one of the most misunderstood aspects of heart health. For many of you, a cholesterol friendly diet brings about thought of low fat meals with an enormous lack of flavour. This, however, is far from the truth if you follow...Study: Acupuncture lowers hypertension risk
Nov 23, 2018
Scientists love studying acupuncture. And it's been shown, over many years, to benefit health and wellness in many ways. Now, University of California researchers say regular acupuncture can reduce hypertension. Published in Nature's Scientific Reports, the...The Heavy Facts: Obesity Could Cost Australia $21 Billion
Jul 11, 2018
Treating obesity-related diseases is tipped to cost Australia $21 billion in 2025. The World Obesity Federation (WOF) figures also show the global cost of obesity will reach USD $11.2 trillion in the next eight years. At the moment, Australia's economic...Study: Climbing Stairs Can Lower Blood Pressure
Mar 26, 2018
You've probably heard the advice, "Take the stairs, not the elevator" for good health. And now a new study has shown climbing stairs also lowers blood pressure. The North American Menopause Society (NAMS) study, published in its Menopause journal, found...Study: Quitting Smoking After a Heart Attack Boosts Health
Sep 11, 2015
Any time is a good time to quit smoking. And now researchers have found that kicking the habit after a heart attack has fast and immediate health benefits. In fact, within one month of quitting smoking after a cardiac event, people experience a vast...The Dangers of Obesity: Health Risks & Effects of Being Overweight
Jul 15, 2015
It seems everywhere we turn, we are confronted with the obesity epidemic. The dangers, the statistics. In today's society with the age of technology, convenience foods, less time, less physical activity, is there any hope of winning the battle against...The Best Diet for Cutting Cholesterol
Dec 05, 2014
You can find dozens of low-cholesterol diets online and in bookstores. Reading and trying them all can be confusing and even counter-productive. Read between the lines, though, and you'll discover they all have some things in common. If you're looking...High Blood Pressure & Your Diet: What You Need to Know
Sep 05, 2014
Diet and lifestyle play an important part in supporting healthy blood pressure as well as treating your high blood pressure. You may be able to successfully control your blood pressure with a healthy lifestyle and diet which means that you might be...Natural Ways to Reduce Your Blood Pressure
Oct 16, 2013
You've just been told you have high blood pressure. Now what? Well, there are a few natural approaches you can take to reduce your blood pressure. Here we look at some that may help. The Lowdown on High Blood Pressure It's easy to prevent, yet causes...Lowering Your Cholesterol the Natural Way
Jul 02, 2013
Not all cholesterol is bad. Cholesterol is a fatty, waxy substance that is essential for building healthy cells and some important hormones to ensure the proper function of the body. It is produced by the liver and is necessary for the formation of...Study: Magnesium for Better Blood Pressure
Mar 25, 2013
Magnesium is an extremely important, yet often overlooked mineral. It is associated with over 300 biochemical reactions and is considered to be one of the 4 most essential minerals. Nutritionists and other health professionals have always emphasised...Study: Health Costs of a Sedentary Lifestyle
Oct 30, 2012
We Australians like to think of ourselves as an active, outdoors loving nation, but statistics are proving this healthy image to be a myth. In 2007-2008, a National Health Survey discovered that over 60 percent of Australians were either overweight...
