Health-E-News Archive
We know you are busy and are looking for accurate, reliable health information that you can trust. That's why this newsletter has been created - To keep you up-to-date on the latest information and products to support your health. Each issue will focus on a specific health concern and provide you with dietary, lifestyle and natural medicine solutions in a short, easy to read article.
Issue 32 - Make The Most Out Of Going Back To School
“Back to school!” These three words make a weary parent cheer. However, as happy as you may be about the end of the holidays, the kids may be a little less excited about the end of fun-filled summer days and of sleeping in... Find out more.
Issue 31 - A New Year, A New You!
Many of us overindulge in rich, unhealthy food and drink around the Christmas and New Year period. If you have had your fair share of alcohol, sweet treats and junk food, you may be feeling sluggish and tired. To restore your energy, why not kick off 2010 with the 2 week Ethical Nutrients Energy and Detoxification Program. Find out more.
Issue 30 - The Festive Season - Fun Or Frazzling?
For many people, the festive season isn’t just about fun and celebrations. Increased social activities, present buying, meal planning and prospective travel or visitors can all increase stress levels, transforming an otherwise fun season into a frazzling scenario. Thankfully, there are ways you can successfully manage your stress levels to help make the festive season the fun time it should be! Find out more.
Issue 29 - Have you had your Inner Health Plus today?
Inner Health and Inner Health Plus are probiotic supplements that contain medical strength acidophilus and bifidobacterium to therapeutically raise the levels of good bacteria in your digestive system. These probiotic supplements are best taken every day to help maintain your digestive function and support optimal immune system function. Find out more.
Issue 28 - Are You Getting Enough Sleep?
Is lack of sleep affecting your ability to function happily in the world? Sleep is essential and impaired sleep can lead to a variety of problems, including poor concentration, poor memory, irritability, disturbances in mood, impaired coordination, poor judgment and slower reaction times... Find out more.
Issue 27 - Spring has Sprung and Allergies have Arrived!
Spring is upon us and, although it's a beautiful time of year, for some, the abundance of flowering plants brings an element of misery. Pollen is a key trigger for the allergic response that causes hay fever. Other triggers (known as allergens) include grasses, dust and animal dander. Allergens can irritate the nasal passages causing inflammation... Find out more.
Issue 26 - The Pain Pandemic
Pain relief medications are some of the most widely used medications in Australia, with an estimated 25% of the population being on some sort of pain relief at any one time.1 Despite this, many people report that their pain is poorly managed and, as a consequence, their quality of life impaired. In an acute situation... Find out more.
Issue 25 - The Power Of Probiotics
The term "probiotic" refers to any strain of bacteria or yeast that, when consumed, is beneficial for our health. We naturally have a mixture of good and bad bacteria residing in our digestive tract (on average, each individual carries around 2 - 3 kg of bacteria in their digestive system!). The key to a happy digestive system is... Find out more.
Issue 24 - Don't Catch Your Death of Cold This Winter
The cooler months are upon us, and with that comes an influx of cold and flu viruses. Influenza and cold viruses prefer the dry, cool conditions of the winter months, when they are better able to survive and spread from one unfortunate person to the next. Short of staying indoors and isolating ourselves from others, there is not a lot we can do, however... Find out more.
Issue 23 - Something Fishy is Going on!
How often do you hear that you should eat more fish for better health? Much research has been done on the benefits of adding fish and fish oils rich in omega-3 essential fatty acids to your diet. One of the best sources of omega-3 essential fatty acids are the Ethical Nutrients Hi-Strength Fish Oils... Find out more.
Issue 22 - Stressed? Need More Energy?
Magnesium plays a vital role in helping your body to cope with stress. It also relieves muscular aches, pains, cramps and spasms, and is needed for energy production. Unfortunately, magnesium deficiency is extremely common because many aspects of our day-to-day lives, such as poor diets, stress and alcohol consumption, increase our magnesium requirements... Find out more.
Issue 21: Part 2 - Focus On Arthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. It affects around 15% of the population and causes pain and discomfort to millions of Australians and New Zealanders every day. Osteoarthritis is basically inflammation and degeneration of key joints in the body... Find out more.
Issue 21: Part 1 - Focus on Arthritis
Nearly one in five Australians have arthritis. By 2050, it is estimated that there will be seven million Australians with arthritis. Arthritis is Australia's major cause of disability and pain. If you, or someone you know, has arthritis, there are some effective natural medicines that can help manage the day-to-day symptoms... Find out more.
Issue 20 - New school year = New challenges
The start of the high school year can be filled with anxiety, dread or excitement. While some teenagers may thrive in this environment, it may be wise to check on your teenager to see how they are coping with the many new challenges that may be facing them this year. Find out more.
Issue 19 - Back to school – back to fighting off germs!
There is often an increase in sickness at the beginning of the school year. Factors such as getting up early for school and dealing with the sudden stress of beginning a new school year, can adversely impact the immune systems of your children. The start of the school year also means your children will be in much closer contact with other children – and their germs... Find out more.
Issue 18 - Are you going to have a happy Christmas?
Christmas is a time for family and friends to gather in celebration. Many of these gatherings involve relatives, loved ones, and vast quantities of alcohol and unhealthy foods! Alcohol is the most commonly used drug in Australia. It is believed that low to moderate alcohol consumption may offer some protective health benefits. However... Find out more.
Issue 17 - Probiotics for little tummies...
In the past, children acquired good immune system function by rolling around in muddy puddles, or even eating from the floor! Today, with the majority of people using disinfectants and antibacterial soaps, our exposure to germs has decreased dramatically. This may be one of the reasons we are experiencing an increase in immune system disorders. Find out more.
Issue 16 - Dreaming of a holiday?
Travel is becoming more and more accessible for all of us. Within a matter of minutes of logging onto the internet, you can have flights and accommodation booked for nearly anywhere in the world! Holidays can be a fantastic time for relaxation and rejuvenation. However, getting sick while you’re away can turn your dream trip into a nightmare! Find out more.
Issue 15 - Want to "upgrade" your memory?
Wouldn't it be great if we could walk into a shop to buy additional brain memory as quickly and easily as we can purchase extra memory for our computer? Unfortunately, it's not quite that easy to "upgrade" your memory, but there are some great natural supplements you can take to give your brain a boost and enhance your memory. Find out more.
Issue 14 - Dealing with diarrhoea - how probiotics can help
While our bowel habits are not something many of us talk about (even to our nearest and dearest), it is important to realise that bowel disorders are very common, with most Australians affected at some time during their lives. Fortunately you may be able to manage diarrhoea using probiotics or "good" bacteria for your digestive system. Find out more.
Issue 13 - What is a probiotic?
Probiotics are friendly bacteria that we need for good health and vitality. Probiotics beneficially affect humans by improving the balance of flora in the digestive system. The word probiotic actually means "for life": pro + bios = "for life". Find out more.
Issue 12 - How to boost immunity
During the winter season, it is important to think about how you can boost your immune system in order to get the better of those nasty cold and ‘flu bugs that are flying around. Immune function can be increased or decreased depending upon factors such as what we eat, which supplements we take, how much sleep we get and even our stress levels! Find out more.
Issue 11 - News Flash: Some fats are good for you!
Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) are fats that you need. They are called "essential" because the body cannot manufacture them and therefore they must be obtained through the diet or supplementation. There are two families of EFAs: Omega-3 and Omega-6. Find out more.
Issue 10 - Super Charge Your Life!
Who wouldn't love more energy? To wake up and jump out of bed in the morning full of energy would be a dream for many people! Find out more.
Issue 9 - Why am I so sad?
We all have days when we don't feel like getting out of bed in the morning, but some people experience these feelings every day. Symptoms such as energy loss, lack of motivation, loss of confidence, change in appetite and change in sleep pattern can be signs that what you are experiencing is more than just "a bit of the blues". Find out more.
Issue 8 - How Do I Beat Stress?
Everyday we encounter stress that, over time, can take its toll on our health. Work deadlines, paying bills, family demands, distressing news on television or radio, conflict with a co-worker, sickness, exams, traffic jams... Do any of these sound familiar? Stress is a part of modern life – we cannot escape it. Generally, a small amount of stress can actually be good for us. Stress can help motivate us and can help us achieve things. Stress only becomes a problem when it continues for an extended period of time or is too intense. To maintain our health and vitality you must keep stress at a manageable level and deal with the symptoms of stress. Find out more.
Issue 7 - New Year, New Beginnings?
Many of us start the year with a new lease on life; joining a gym, going on a diet or making a list of goals to achieve in the year to come. This normally lasts a little while and then falls by the wayside. How can we manage to stick to our health goals long enough to achieve them? Find out more.
Issue 6 - Stressed This Silly Season?
The festive season is meant to bring out the best in all of us. However, too often sleep deprivation, too many parties and overindulgent eating leave us feeling bloated, sluggish and stressed! Find out more.
Issue 5 - Who Wants to Keep Their Energy Levels Up?
In the last newsletter we addressed the three D's of good health and energy – Diet, Digestion and Detoxification. Many of you will have completed the detox and would have been feeling fantastic until... you had that really stressful day at work or had to juggle organising a barbeque while looking after three children... and then it felt like it all fell apart. Where did all that energy go and how do you get it back? Find out more.
Issue 4 - Spring Clean with the 3-D's of Good Health and Energy
There is a lot of truth in the old saying 'you are what you eat'. Just think about how lousy you can feel, mentally and physically, after eating just one unhealthy meal! If you continue to eat poorly this can really leave you feeling tired and unhealthy. Multiple days of eating refined, processed, fast foods can have a significant impact on energy levels. This month we want to take a look at how what you eat affects your health and energy levels. We will also look at the importance of digestion and detoxification for maintaining your health and energy. Find out more.
Issue 3 - Allergies & Hay Fever
Spring has sprung and although this should be a time of joy as we shake off the winter blues, for many it is a season of sneezing, itchy teary eyes, runny nose and for generally feeling lousy as the grass and flowers blossom and the pollens hit the skies. If you, a family member or friend cringe at the thought of the spring bloom, then the answer may be as simple as taking some extra nutrients to promote the health and strength of your upper respiratory tract and immune system. Find out more.
Issue 2 - Why Am I Tired?
Do you jump out of bed every day full of energy and excitement? If you have to force yourself up and drag yourself through the day then you may need to support your body and help it make more energy! Find out more.
Issue 1 - Improving Immunity
In this issue we will explore ways to improve your immunity so that you can enjoy the winter months without succumbing to common colds and 'flu's. Find out more.
