Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can lead to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and death. Caused by a variety of genetic or lifestyle
The statistics around heart disease are quite startling; every 12 minutes an Australian dies from heart disease, heart disease kills three times as many women
The benefits of regular exercise are almost innumerable. From making us feel happy, maintaining a healthy weight, socialising with others and reducing our risk of
There are hundreds of types of arthritis, all of which affect the musculoskeletal system causing inflammation in the joints, leading to pain and limited mobility.
Getting a sub-par night’s sleep can result in a feeling of sluggishness, an inability to process complex thoughts and situations and leave you grumpy. These
Two of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality worldwide are coronary heart disease (CHD) and mental illness[1]. It appears that there may in fact,
The heart is important because it is the pump that forces blood around the transit system of your body so it can stop off at
A good night’s sleep is kind of like money in the bank. When we sleep well, we’re making a long-term investment in our health as
Studies have shown that as many as one quarter of adults worldwide don’t get enough exercise. This is problematic for a number of reasons, including
Many aspects of modern life such as high stress levels, eating processed and high-sugar foods, and taking antibiotics can all impact our gut microbiota and
What you eat can have a major effect on your body, and digestive issues as a result of diet are incredibly common. For people with
About one in seven Australians experiences the unpleasant symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).[1] If this is you, or have ever visited your doctor about
Humans have been consuming sources of probiotics for thousands of years in fermented foods and foods high in probiotic activity such as miso, kimchi and
Within our gut exists an entire world of microorganisms; with more bacterial, fungal and microbial cells living in our guts than human cells exist in
Arthritis can be a painful and debilitating condition affecting both young and old alike. Pain from this ailment can impact your life negatively in a
