As winter draws closer it’s time to think about how you will protect yourself this year?
Health experts have criticized the recent study which lead to the sensational news headlines about multivitamins and breast cancer.
Setting the record straight on the recent scare report on herbal medicines by a South Australian academic, the Complementary HealthCare Council of Australia (CHC) said today that much of the report was ill-informed, misleading and irresponsible — and most importantly, not relevant to complementary medicine products sold in Australia, which are among the most tightly regulated in the world.
The University of Adelaide scientist behind a study highlighting dangers of mixing botanical products and pharmaceuticals, has a limited understanding of the herbal sector, according to the American Botanical Council (ABC). The paper suffers from gross and misinformed generalizations such as the idea that botanicals are inherently unsafe, whereas pharma products are safe, said ABC founder and chief executive, Mark Blumenthal.
Five simple questions can help you find out whether your child needs a gluten-free diet, Danish researchers suggest.
Increased intakes of beta-carotene, vitamin E, folic acid, and iron may reduce the risk of atopic dermatitis, a form of eczema, suggests a new study from Korea.
Low levels of vitamin D may increase the risk of developing Crohn’s disease, suggest results of a new cell study from Canada.
High blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids may slow cellular ageing in people with coronary heart disease, omega-3 fatty acids may protect against cellular aging in patients with coronary heart disease.
A new study indicates that Pycnogenol, a flavonol derived from French maritime pine bark, can reduce jet lag in passengers taking long haul flights.
Supplements of French maritime pine bark extract may reduce the intensity and duration of haemorrhoidal pain and bleeding, says a new study. A daily supplement of the pine bark extract, Pycnogenol, for seven days reduced pain around the anus from an initial average of 3.2 points on a four-point pain scale to about 0.8 at the end of the study, according to findings published in Phytotherapy Research.
The medicinal herb milk thistle can reduce liver inflammation caused by chemotherapy in cancer patients, according to a new study published in the online edition of Cancer, the American Cancer Society journal.
Dr Wendy Morrow, Executive Director of the Complementary Healthcare Council of Australia looks at the inaccurate and unbalanced reporting of the latest research on Gingko Biloba.
The average Australian gets less than a quarter of the suggested dietary target of Omega 3 fats, which means that only a small number of us regularly eat enough oily fish. So it’s no surprise that fish oil is now one of the most widely used nutritional supplements.
A review of four human studies found that the fatty acids could improve liver health and function.
With the side-effects of pharmaceutical drugs natural ways to lower cholesterol are a positive option.
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A recent study shows the traditional herbal remedy can actually prevent infections taking hold.
The 2000 year old herb that the Roman’s used for liver and stomach problems.
Whether it’s your wardrobe, the garage, or your body, there is something about spring that’s makes you want to clean it all out and start over new. A system reboot.
Psyllium husk can relieve abdominal pain and discomfort in patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS
High cholesterol remains one of the most significant risk factors for heart disease
Osteoarthritis is the most common musculoskeletal disorder affecting Australians
Health authorities warn that most people will suffer from a bout of flu every few years.
Traditional medicine has always recognized the curative value of sulfur. Since ancient times people have bathed in sulfur-rich mineral springs to relieve all types of illness and pain.
Asthma is one of Australia’s most widespread chronic (long term and persistent) health problems, affecting 14-16% of children and 10–12% of adults.
Ginseng has been used for centuries in Asian medicine as an aphrodisiac, a tonic for wellbeing and a curative.
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Naturopaths believe in holistic or whole body healthcare
