Omega-3 fatty acids found in fatty fish are good fats. They help reverse atherosclerosis, angina, heart attack, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, stroke and vascular disease. What sort of fish is ‘fatty fish’? How many serves do we need each week? … Read More
Heavy use, sprains and strains plus the passage of time causes wear and tear on the cartilage coated bone ends leading to erosion of joints and the underlying joint surface. How important is exercise for maintaining joint strength. What nutrients … Read More
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common condition in which the large intestine (or colon) fails to function properly. What does stress do to the symptoms of IBS? Are there some notorious foods that should be avoided? Why do women … Read More
Blood sugar levels that don’t stay normal have huge effects on general health, often leading to diabetes. Elevated sugar levels affect eyes, nerve endings and energy levels and most importantly, the food I enjoy! And why do my fingers and toes … Read More
People laugh when you say you have gout – but it’s not funny at all! It hurts so much and it stops effective sleep! Can I enjoy a drink sometimes? Do I really have to avoid eating my favourite foods … Read More
Migraine isn’t a normal headache – it makes you feel sick and you can’t function at all. What causes them? How can I find my “trigger”? Are migraines affected by food? Is it stress? I have some medicines but if … Read More
Sinus pain hits you unexpectedly – your head feels like it’s really heavy. Areas near your eyes hurt, especially when you blow your nose. Other than pain, nothing happens except pain. And really uncomfortable pain! Why does it happen every … Read More
Psoriasis can change your life. You don’t like to be seen at the beach, because people shy away. Is psoriasis a genetic issue? One person gets it, another doesn’t. Why? Does what I eat affect my skin? Does sunshine help? … Read More
John and Gerald spent some informative and hilarious moments with “A Current Affair” legendary reporter, Martin King. As fate would have it… the very next day John was writhing with pain himself and had an emergency dash to hospital with a massive kidney stone. … Read More
This article originally appears in The New Daily (www.thenewdaily.com.au). It is reprinted here with permission. Spring is the time when buds burst and the skies brighten – and spring cleaning hits households everywhere. This time-honoured practice has a long history and … Read More