Taking care of yourself is a very important part of being and staying healthy. Of course, there are many different temptations that face us all the time. While there’s nothing wrong with indulging a sweet tooth every now and then, or in having a glass of wine to relax...
It is amazing that anyone is left alive and that life expectancy continues to increase. Some 984 substances have been categorized by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (a WHO subsidiary), in order of carcinogenicity. Only one was found not to be...
I have been a sexuality educator for the past five years, working in high schools and alternative educational settings. During this time, there has been growing concern amongst parents, teachers and those working in student services about the trending sexual beliefs,...
There are two aspects of health that do not get much airplay. These are relaxation and time outdoors, especially in nature. For most of human history we spent considerable periods of time outside. Much work was done in fields and transportation where “open” to the air...
Recently I had the great pleasure of being part of potato week including an event for children and parents involving cooking gnocchi. This sounds so simple but the importance of good nutrition in children is vital and so often overlooked. So what is the big deal about...
Today in the western world, Alzheimer’s Disease ranks high as a cause of death. This is increasing at a rapid rate as the population ages. By 2050, it is going to be a real crisis. The costs alone to society will be staggering if the trend continues. The good news is...
The body creates a scar as part of the healing process. There are things you can do to minimise scarring. [youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc_vD3vSOH8[/youtube]
Even in this digital age the front cover of Time Magazine is a significant place for a news story. An edition earlier this month featured breast cancer on the cover with the headline “What if I decide to just do nothing? Breast Cancers new frontier”. Sounds crazy. How...
Medicinal cannabis is getting more widely accepted. Australia is about to start trials. This infographic has some interesting information. From Visually.
