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Alzheimer’s Breakthrough

Alzheimer’s Breakthrough

Most people agree that Alzheimer’s disease is associated with the death of nerve cells (neurons) in the brain, this results in a loss of memory, social skills and poor cognitive behaviour. The question is why does this occur and can we prevent it or forestall the inevitable decline once the process of deterioration is initiated?

Nail Health

Nail Health

Everyone checks their nails on a regular basis to see if they need of clipping, but when you discover something different about your nails, what do you do?

Foods That Heal

Foods That Heal

Have you ever wondered what to eat when feeling unwell, well here is a list of fresh vegetables and fruit choices you can eat for specific ailments.

Dietary Substitutes Recipes

Dietary Substitutes Recipes

As creatures of habit we become used to eating certain foods in our daily diet, but often for health reasons a major change to our dietary routine has to be made. If we do make food changes often we are left feeling challenged as to what to buy and eat. A change in our diet does not have to be devastating as there are tasty and healthy alternatives to our many food staples.

Zinc - Loss and Your Sense of humour

Zinc - Loss and Your Sense of humour

Laughter is always good medicine, but there are times when one’s sense of humour goes flat. So how do you know when you have lost your spark? The first step is in recognising that your sense of humour is disappearing.

Citrus - that wonderful Brain food

Citrus - that wonderful Brain food

The bio-active compounds in citrus can have a positive benefit on your brain cognitive function as well as your immunity.

Lactose Intolerance

Lactose Intolerance

Lactose intolerance is quite common, so why are so many people reacting to lactose based foods? The answer lies is the inability of the digestive system to absorb and utilise lactose, the predominant sugar in cow’s milk. After all it is a food that is intended for growing calves not humans. Goat’s milk is the nearest milk tolerated by humans.

Ginger Root

Ginger Root

This amazing herb has so many active properties for relieving aches and pains, whilst also having the ability to relieve colds, flu’s, digestive disorders, bloating and nausea. Certainly a must for every kitchen cupboard, not just for cooking but as a first aid remedy.

Calcium Absorption

Calcium Absorption

Calcium absorption in the body can be quite inefficient, so what are the common symptoms that will indicate that such a deficiency is developing.