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12 Sick Days of Christmas: Common Illnesses & Health Issues During the Holidays
Dec 22, 2021
The holidays are a magical time of year when many people feel especially happy and want to spend time with family. Unfortunately, this often means spending lots of time in close quarters with others, which can cause some pretty serious illnesses to...Everything You Need to Know About Food Poisoning
Nov 22, 2021
Poison is not always packaged in a tiny bottle, powder form, or as a fume that is released into the air. Sometimes, it is found in your refrigerator, on your table, or on your barbecue grill. Scary, but true. Food poisoning is often downplayed, with...What is Crohn's Disease?
Oct 26, 2021
Crohn's disease is a long-term condition that causes inflammation of the digestive system. Crohn's can affect any part of the digestive system but most commonly affects the end of the ileum - the last part of the small bowel before it joins the large...Digestive Health & Natural Therapy
Sep 07, 2021
After partaking of the food and drinks in a celebratory feast, we usually feel bloated. But, if it's been days since the party and you still haven't digested what you ate, leaving you without energy and sufficient sleep, that could be a sign of a gut...It's That Time of Year Again for Crazy Hair Day 2021
Jul 12, 2021
Wear a crazy hairstyle to school, or to your workplace, on Crazy Hair Day 2021, an annual fundraising event that aims to raise awareness and support research projects that can find a potential cure for cystic fibrosis. This year, the event will be...
The Top 5 Science-backed Natural Therapies for Treating IBS
Feb 22, 2021
Complementary medicine is increasingly becoming the go-to solution for a variety of chronic conditions which conventional medicine has failed to address effectively. The short-term benefits of pharmaceutical drugs, not to mention the side effects they...Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month: #FlushTheStigma
Apr 17, 2019
#FlushTheStigma - this year's battlecry for the Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Month. Happening throughout May, this month-long awareness campaign by the Crohn’s & Colitis Australia (CCA) aims to help raise awareness about Crohn’s disease or ulcerative...Research: Your Body Can Self-heal Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
Jun 15, 2018
How the Body Heals Itself From Inflammatory Bowel Disease The body is incredible. New research has found it actually has a natural healing mechanism to tackle inflammatory bowel disease. Published in Cell Reports journal, the study found a way to trigger...A is for Acid: Basic Info About Stomach Acid
Oct 27, 2016
I'm talking about stomach acid! It's your first line of defence from all those outside nasties that we put inside our bodies along with the food that we eat. Let's not confuse the acid produced inside your stomach with the acid that's produced...Scientists Find 69 Factors that Influence Gut Bacteria
May 09, 2016
Our digestive system is an intricate, intriguing thing. And scientists in Belgium have just unearthed 69 different factors that control the bacteria in your gut.The long list includes your choice of chocolate, contraceptive pill, sleep habits, medicine, and...What is Coeliac Disease?
Jan 18, 2016
Have you ever wondered why some people have to strictly eat gluten-free foods? It could be due to coeliac (see-lee-ak) disease, a serious intolerance to gluten that can damage the small intestine lining. But what exactly is coeliac disease – and how...What is Your Gut Telling You?
Apr 01, 2015
Research shows that there is a direct link between bacteria in your intestines and many an ailing disease. Human beings are filled with microbes known as bacteria. They live on your skin your nose, inside your mouth as well as in your intestines. As...Understanding Your Bowel Health
Mar 18, 2015
It’s not really something to discuss at the dinner table, but understanding your bowel health could very well save your life. So it’s important to take the time to find out what’s normal – and what’s not – when it comes to bowel movements...Foods That Kill & Destroy Healthy Gut Bacteria
Mar 06, 2015
Your gut is largely responsible for your general health and happiness. In recent studies, scientist have discovered that gut bacteria not only influences your immune system, it also houses 80 percent of the neurotransmitter called serotonin. Serotonin...Which Foods are More Likely to Bloat
Dec 17, 2014
Abdominal bloating can cause physical discomfort. Unless there is heart or liver disease, abdominal bloating can easily be avoided through food. In a healthy adult, bloating may be caused by intestinal gas. This may be due to an allergy or intolerant...The Benefits of Probiotics
Jul 16, 2014
There’s been a lot of talk about probiotics in recent years. Cute commercials and cartoon-style dairy drink brands have helped raise awareness of the so-called ‘good bacteria’. But what exactly are probiotics and do they offer the myriad health...Best Foods for Digestion
Jun 14, 2013
Minor digestive disorders are commonplace today and more serious diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and Chrone's Disease are on the rise. Many nutritionists and naturopaths point the finger to our modern diet as the culprit. The solution, they...Nutrition And Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Dec 19, 2011
Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS as it is commonly known is a debilitating, and often frustrating health condition to have. Often is very hard to determine what causes IBS and sufferers are left without any idea of how to improve their condition. Common...When Should I See An Osteopath?
Feb 12, 2011
If you have back pain, stiff joints, headaches, arthritis, digestive problems, fatigue or even period pain, an osteopath can help. Osteopathy is a holistic discipline that uses gentle stretching, soft tissue massage and joint manipulation to ease...Ayurveda and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Jun 18, 2010
Ayurveda is a holistic healing tradition, which is focused on a wide range of therapeutic and remedial treatments for practically any condition. It is one of many natural treatments or therapies that are used on a daily basis to provide relief and...
