You can tell a lot about an individual’s health by their stools. Things like knowing how many times they go to the bathroom daily and how much of the waste you are actually being able to eliminate with each evacuation is going to say a lot about your digestive system and how healthy it is. There are more bacteria cells in the digestive system than […]

The word “technique” intrigues some and makes others yawn. But there’s much to be said for technique. It’s the foundation for all athletic performance features. Technique involves improved skills. In the broadest, most general terms, that means eliminating unnecessary movement; making movements in the correct directions; applying the necessary power, but no more than that; using the right muscles for the activity; and using optimal […]

This article is for those teenagers who would like to boost their height growth. You may feel that your friends or other classmates are growing taller at a much faster pace than you. You may want to do something about it. Below are 5 tips to get you started. Many health experts agree it is possible to boost height growth in teenagers by following a […]

For many years I have wanted to write about the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders in modern Australia and what we, as a society, can, should and have not done to remedy the health problems a modern lifestyle has brought upon the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander populations. Many of my readers will not be aware that I have Aboriginal ancestry. I […]

“If you look good, you feel good.” – Deion Sanders Everyone has heard this quote at least one time in their life, and no matter how simple or irrelevant that it may seem, I’ve found that it is absolutely true. Three of my grandparents died of cancer and my father and grandmother have had cancer scares and both currently have diabetes and blood pressure issues, […]

I recently had a conversation with a client whose 80-year-old mother is mentally alert but physically infirm. We were discussing her upcoming move to an assisted living facility. Our discussion was mostly, as you would imagine, about the financial ramifications of this change. But I also wanted to give him a heads-up about something else he might want to consider as his mother moves from […]

Respiratory illnesses are among the leading causes of illnesses in children. In fact, children in developed countries probably have more respiratory problems on an average than any other illness. And in a lot of developing countries, these illnesses can be fatal for children because they do not get the proper care and they are not exposed to a healthy lifestyle. It is important to know […]

While there are many ways on how to attain good health, there are some ways that are uncommon, but they are very effective. If you are wondering which these ways are, here they are: Shirodhara This is an oil massage that is available in many spas. Here the therapist applies warm, aromatic oil on your forehead. The oil runs through your hair and creates a […]

Hands up who works in an office – either at home or at the company workplace? Lots of us do. For at least 8 hours a day we toil away at our desks indoors. But only now are we starting to recognize the detrimental health effects this lifestyle has on our bodies. So whilst quitting the office life is likely not an option, how can […]

Juggling your required work, life, as well as family can mean too little rest, too much tension, and very little free time. Even when you are at your most busy, you should in no way cut corners with regards to maintaining a Food Nutrition and Diet regime. Your body requirements include getting the right food to perform at its greatest and to battle the daily […]