TAKING ANTIOXIDANTS MAY HELP PREVENT SKIN CANCER

NATURAL PHENOLICS IN THE PREVENTION OF UV-INDUCED SKIN DAMAGE. A REVIEW UV skin exposure induces extensive generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). These can react with DNA, proteins, fatty acids and saccharides causing oxidative damage. Such injuries result in a number of harmful effects: disturbed cell metabolism, morphological and ultrastructural changes, attack on the regulation […]

DID YOU KNOW THAT UNBALANCED GLUCOSE LEVELS CAN AFFECT YOUR BRAIN FUNCTION AND MEMORY?

Elevated or low blood glucose can affect people of any age but here’s the latest research in the effects of glucose imbalances in our elderly: MONITORING DIABETES IN THE AGED WORTHWHILE Lynnette Hoffmann Medical Observer 21.8.12   Both hyperglycaemia and hypoglycaemia may adversely affect cognitive function. Despite an abundance of political dialogue around both our […]

CHOLESTEROL-LOWERING DRUGS MAY AFFECT HEART MUSCLE IF CO-Q10 IS DEFICIENT

POTENTIAL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH TAKING STATINS (CHOLESTEROL-LOWERING DRUGS) According to research published in the Journal of Atherosclerosis and Thrombosis, taking even a small dose of 10mg of statin drugs, such as Crestor, Lipitor, Lipostat, etc can deplete your CoQ10 levels by an amazing 40% in just 2 months. Muscle pain is one common side effect […]

HORMONES ASSOCIATED WITH CARDIOVASCULAR RISK

Testosterone Metabolite Linked to Arterial Stiffness – Role of Inflammation The decline in dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) due to ageing may be one reason behind increased cardiovascular disease risk in ageing populations, and this in turn may be mediated through inflammatory processes. We can expect many changes as we age, everything from declining hormone levels to elevated […]

ANTIBIOTICS LINKED TO WEIGHT GAIN

Changes in the gut microbiome from low-dose antibiotics caused mice to gain weight. Similar alterations in humans taking antibiotics, especially children, might be adding to the obesity epidemic Amy Maxmen Nature Magazine 27.8.12   Bacteria living naturally within the gut provide a gateway to flab, according to a few reports this week. These bacteria may […]

NATURAL REMEDY COULD PROTECT HEART DURING A HEART ATTACK

Common Pain Cream Could Protect Heart During Attack, Study Shows New research from the University of Cincinnati shows that a common, over-the-counter pain salve rubbed on the skin during a heart attack could serve as a cardiac-protectant, preventing or reducing damage to the heart while interventions are administered. These findings are published in the Sept. […]

MAY I BE FRANK

MAY I BE FRANK Recently I watched a DVD from the US called ‘May I Be Frank’ and personally, I thought it was one of the most B-grade, boring docos I have ever watched and wouldn’t recommend it to anyone but I would like to share something that was shown on there with you…. The story […]

KIDNEY DISEASE – THE SILENT KILLER

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is increasing and is responsible for around 11.3% of all deaths in Australia as a result of kidney failure and end-stage renal disease. This serious and potentially fatal disease is affecting millions of Australians – most without them even realising it. There has been a 23% increase in deaths from kidney disease […]

THE DANGERS OF BUYING ‘OFF THE SHELF’ SUPPLEMENTS

Most people do not realize the potential risks of buying ‘off the shelf’ supplements, which is why most naturopathic practitioners never recommend this. Many nutrient supplement companies severely compromise your health by using potentially harmful, cheap fillers in their natural products. Fillers such as talcum powder, shellac, unstable oils and many other cancer-causing agents have […]

DIABETES INCREASING IN CHILDREN

TYPE 2 DIABETES IS ALMOST ALWAYS 100% PREVENTABLE THROUGH A HEALTHY DIET AND LIFESTYLE SO WHY ARE YOUNG CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS DEVELOPING THIS SERIOUS DISEASE THAT CAN DRAMATICALLY REDUCE THEIR LIFESPAN AND THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE WHEN IT IS SO EASY TO PREVENT? Diabetes in Gen Y set to Skyrocket 14th Mar 2012 Medical Observer […]