We constantly hear of the dangers of caffeine and all the reasons we should stop drinking coffee, but for coffee lovers the news isn’t all bad. Some of the benefits of coffee include: high in antioxidants contains magnesium, potassium and some B vitamins improves focus, memory, energy and concentration it may (studies aren’t wholly conclusive)
The exact cause of PMT remains a mystery to the modern medical profession, but it is believed there may be different causes which vary from woman to woman and culture to culture. Popular theories on causation include hormonal imbalance, incorrect metabolism of fatty acids, blood sugar imbalances, nutritional deficiencies and emotional factors. While some women
For centuries the Chinese have used green tea for beauty and medicinal purposes; it has anti-inflammatory properties and is packed full of antioxidants. Here are three ways to incorporate green tea into your beauty regimen. Skin toner Make a cup or two of green tea, steep well, cool and apply to your face as a
The glory that is our Australian sun has the power to be both life sustaining and devastatingly harmful. In order to avoid the potentially damaging effects of exposure to the sun, and to maintain a healthy and vibrant glow to our skin, it pays to put in a little extra time and effort to our summer skin care routine. Sun safety
With childhood autism, ADHD, depression and anxiety on the rise, recent statistics reveal an alarming increase in the use of prescription medications for children, particularly behaviour-modifying drugs which include potent anti-depressants and anti-psychotics (despite growing evidence of misdiagnoses in many cases). While these drugs can often be useful, occasionally necessary, and even life-saving in the short
If only being well was as simple as flicking a switch. Wellness is actually an ongoing and dynamic process but there is a simple wellness principle that must be understood and mastered in order to choose and manifest wellness in daily life. To learn more you can read my full article ‘Manifesting Wellness’ (published in
I recently had an article published in Australia’s largest and most popular holistic magazines – Living Now. The article explores the role that homeopathic medicine plays, and can play, in the pursuit of wellness, and how the two are a match made in heaven. That is, of course, if Australia is able to catch up
Chia seeds are in the health-hype spotlight at the moment, but is all the attention warranted? In this case, we believe the hypesters have it right (and yes, hypesters is a word I made up). Derived from a flowering plant belonging to the mint family (Salvia hispanicus), these lightweight seeds are definite contenders for the
Wellness is more than just a trendy word that is currently being applied to innumerable products and services. So, what is wellness? It’s a philosophy, a way of life, a choice. It is about achieving enduring health and vitality; creating a life that you love to live; and making choices that are in the best
Start minimising your exposure to the plethora of toxins found in commercial beauty products by making your own personal care products wherever possible. Homemade body scrubs are a simple and cost effective place to start. This particular tropical concoction – with a mere three ingredients – will leave your skin soft, radiant, and invigorated. Ingredients 4 cups Epsom salts
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