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The good and the bad about cholesterol
Cholesterol
Although it often gets some bad press,
cholesterol is an essential lipid involved in the structure and fluidity
(moving about) of cell membranes. It is also needed for hormone production,
bile production, nerve cell protection and the production of vitamin D.
It is both consume
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Natural Medicines for Mental Health. What's the Proof?
NATURAL MEDICINES FOR MENTAL HEALTHWHAT'STHE PROOF?Stress severely impacts upon the health of one in five Australians, according to the Australian Psychological Society. and the lead up to Christmas is a time when many people are more affected. There are some natural medicines that ha
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Constipation - A Common Taboo
Constipation is a topic that can
be difficult to discuss, but it is
very common. It’s important that
we do talk about it, as a healthy
functioning bowel is fundamental
to good health. Normal bowel
function means that a soft, well-formed stool is passed at least
once per day.
Constipation
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Lactose Intolerance - We all know someone
Lactose intolerance is a common cause of diarrhoea, abdominal cramping,
discomfort and bloating. It is caused by an insufficiency of lactase, the
enzyme which breaks down the milk sugar lactose. When lactose is broken down
into simpler sugars it can be absorbed into the bloodstream from the sm
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An Inflammation Nation: Understanding Chronic Inflammation and Its Impact on Your Health
An Inflammation Nation: Understanding Chronic Inflammation and Its Impact on Your HealthInflammation is a natural response that helps your body fight off infections and heal from injuries. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to a range of health problems, including joint pain, ch
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Varicose veins
Varisose veins – may occur in almost any part of the body, but they are most common in the lower limbs and they can be caused by anything that restricts circulation:
pregnancy
obesity
smoking
sitting or standing for lengths of time
crossing the legs at the knees for prolonged periods
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