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Pregnancy Discomfort

Pregnancy Discomfort

The exact cause of SPD during pregnancy is unclear and the condition varies between women. It is certainly true that the pregnancy hormones, relaxin and progesterone, tend to soften and relax the ligaments of the pelvic joints in preparation for giving birth.

Avoiding Painful Periods

Avoiding Painful Periods

Fortunately there are several solutions for those who suffer from painful periods. The main key is to find the cause. 

You’ve Got A Virus - Or is it a viral infection?

You’ve Got A Virus - Or is it a viral infection?

Our understanding of viruses has grown substantially in the past few decades as research reveals more of the major causes of human disease, but our ability to deal with them seems to be frustratingly limited.

Memory – Brain Health Part 2

Memory – Brain Health Part 2

This second part the series is about your memory. Memory is such a huge topic on its own, it is one area many would like to improve.

Lymphatic Cancer Success Story

Lymphatic Cancer Success Story

Finding oneself with a cancer diagnosis, many succumb to traditional medical treatment, but in this case Jacqui has another story to tell.

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

I will try and explain as best as I can an alternative approach to the condition Irritable Bowel Syndrome is commonly known as IBS. An irritable bowel can be painful and perplexing condition as there is no known anatomical cause.

Delightful Dandelion

Delightful Dandelion

Whether you love them or not, dandelions (Taraxacum officinale) are perhaps the most familiar plant in the world. They are the one species of plant that just about anyone can identify at a glance.

Understanding Food Labels

Understanding Food Labels

A simple trip to the supermarket can be a minefield. There are additives to decode, trans fats to work out, cholesterol to decipher, sugar levels to gauge, and even on the health food section it pays to read labels.

Emotional Eating

Emotional Eating

Emotional eating is more common than you may think and it is not necessarily something you are aware you are doing.