Australian Natural Health Magazine

Boost your digestion

According to Traditional Chinese Medicine experts, healthy digestion is the key to optimal health.

Here are simple and practical ways to help keep your stomach at its digestive best: ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Thu, 01/12/2012 - 14:04

Facts on the grapevine

Health benefits of grapes

Grapes have a low Glycaemic Index, meaning they provide long-lasting energy. Also, the glucose and fructose in grapes, both good sugars, provide energy, naturally. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Tue, 11/08/2011 - 09:25

Oestrogen progesterone imbalance

An increasing problem among women

Oestrogen progesterone imbalance is responsible for many health issues, says naturopath Sally Mathrick. Too much oestrogen in relation to progesterone is called oestrogen dominance or excess, and is becoming an increasingly common problem. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 10:22

Vitamins and minerals – what should you take?

Even if you're diligent about your diet, you may fall short of some essential vitamins and minerals. Erin Kisby investigates the supplements that could give your health a much-needed boost.

Even if you're diligent about your diet, you may fall short of some essential vitamins and minerals. Erin Kisby investigates the supplements that could give your health a much-needed boost. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 09:52

Michael Pollan's Food Rules

Debbie Willimott explores Michael Pollan's Food Rules, a collection of information he has gathered over time from a variety of sources including grandmothers, different cultures, the seasons, folklorists, and traditions.

Debbie Willimott explores Michael Pollan's Food Rules, a collection of information he has gathered over time from a variety of sources including grandmothers, different cultures, the seasons, folklorists, and traditions. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 12:29

Kinesiology for weight loss

More people are finding out that kinesiology is a powerful tool for healing. And what’s more, it can help unblock the problems that lead to excessive weight. Amber Wilson puts it to the test.

Kinesiology isn’t hocus pocus. Sure, it might seem strange on your first visit when your therapist asks your arms and wrists about stuff that happened to you 20 years ago. But as more and more people are finding out, kinesiology is a powerful tool for healing. And what’s more, it can help unblock the problems that lead to excessive weight. Amber Wilson puts it to the test. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 12:16

The hormone balancing act

Experiencing anxiety? Weight gain? Problematic skin conditions? Maybe it's time to take a look at your hormones. Amber Wilson shows you how to bring your hormones back into sync and get your life back in balance.

Experiencing anxiety? Weight gain? Problematic skin conditions? Maybe its time to take a look at your hormones. Amber Wilson shows you how to bring your hormones back into sync and get your life back in balance. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 12:05

Back on track

Stiff neck? Tight shoulders? Chronic back pain? You're not alone. Liz Nowosad explores effective options to bring relief.

Back pain is one of modern life’s most common health complaints. Hours sat at a desk, excess weight (especially around the middle), stress, poor bedding and sedentary living habits can all exacerbate the problem. There are many options to explore when seeking relief, and as Melbourne based osteopath Danny Williams suggests, an integrated approach – which incorporates different healing modalities – can be an effective way to address the problem. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 16:07

Ayurvedic Applications for health and harmony

In part two of our introduction to Ayurveda, Diana Timmins tells us what floats our dosha boat…and what sends it sinking.

It is inevitable that we may be a little ‘out of sorts’, lose our sense of grounding or be knocked off our perch from time to time. But are our actions pacifying or aggravating the situation? According to the ancient Eastern healing principles of Ayurveda, which translates to ‘knowledge of life’, our lifestyle choices not only affect our ability to remain balanced on shaky ground, but could in fact be the initial cause for such physical and psychological disharmony. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 15:57

The A to Z of massage therapies

Liz Nowosad explains different massage techniques with this easy A to Z guide to massage

With over 80 different types of massage, it’s easy to be confused as to which form is best for you. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 06/22/2011 - 11:34