If there was ever a time to strengthen our immune system, it’s now.
The healthier our bodies, the more we’re able to resist infections.
So what can we do to boost our immunity despite the lifestyle limitations we’re current...
If there’s one thing all nutrition experts agree on, it’s that we need to eat more plant food—especially cruciferous vegetables (cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, kale and other leafy greens). Yet these seem to ...
If there’s one thing all nutrition experts agree on, it’s that we need to eat more plant food—especially cruciferous vegetables (cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, kale and other leafy greens). Yet these seem to ...
Sleep is that golden chain that ties health and our bodies together ~ Thomas Dekker
I wish to dedicate this post to sleep and its effect on your health. One of the most underestimated areas of health and wellbeing is the amount of sleep y...
Sally Obermeder and Ryan Phelan from Channel 7’s The Daily Edition asked Dr Helena to provide some answers. Here is a transcript of their conversation.
1. Why do we eat in response to stress?
When we’re stressed our adren...
Following my recent Health-e-Byte, many people have asked how they can best help their children and grandchildren avoid comfort eating. Here are some practical suggestions.
Make mealtimes as relaxed and stress-free as possible. I know this can be a cha...
Today’s contributor post is brought to by Sarah Cummings from The Sleep Advisor
I’m sure you’ve seen those interviews with 100-year-olds pop up every now and again.
Asked what the secret of their longevity is, the wrinkly legends will ...
Spending the past 30 years working in mental health, I often would take breaks to work in the weight loss industry. As we continue to see an epidemic in weight related issues, there are many things we can do to ensure optimal health and weight. But is it ...
Deborah TysonFebruary 23, 2018
Good practical ideas in becoming your ideal weight. Its easier for your body to function at your ideal body weight, and great for heart health too. Thanks for sharing these strategies Vance.
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Whether you have a simple cold, flu that makes you ache and sweat, or a long-term infection such as Ross River Fever, infection is a sign that your immune system has failed to defend you.