Australian Natural Health Magazine

How to sit at a computer

Stiff neck? Tight shoulders? Chronic back pain? You're not alone.

Andi Lew, chiropractic assistant and co-author of 7 Things Your Doctor Forgot To Tell You has the following advice for your desk set up, because she claims that “spending a few moments to make simple ergonomic changes to your work environment will improve your comfort, minimise back, neck and shoulder pain and increase productivity ...

Submitted by anh_cms_admin on Fri, 04/13/2012 - 06:00

How to avoid winter weight gain

Resist the over-sized clothes and comfort foods before it's too late

We all love to overindulge during winter – what with the over-sized warm clothes that cover extra kilos, cravings for warm comfort foods and the tendency to remain inactive, it’s common that many of us emerge from winter a little heavier than before. ...

Submitted by anh_cms_admin on Mon, 04/09/2012 - 06:00

18 instant stress busters

Linda Smith shows you how to let go and recharge, leaving you refreshed and ready for Monday.

After a stressful week at work it can be hard to switch off when the weekend rolls around. Here are 18 instant stress busters to help you unwind. ...

Submitted by anh_cms_admin on Thu, 04/05/2012 - 13:30

Yoga - the eight limbs

Mastering the mind is the true aim of yoga, despite what you may have gleaned from some of the modern world’s focus on bulletproof bodies and legs that can stretch behind one’s head.

Once upon a time, many centuries ago, there lived a man named Patanjali – a man who is considered the godfather of yoga. Many stories about him have taken on mythical and magical qualities to the point where he could almost be considered a deity. One story says he fell from heaven in the form of a snake into the upturned palms of his powerful yogini and goddess mother. But despite his legendary, saint-like status, we don’t really know much about this incredible historical figure. ...

Submitted by anh_cms_admin on Mon, 04/02/2012 - 05:00

Food allergies - the facts

Australia has one of the highest food allergy prevalence rates in the world. Liz Nowosad explores the facts of food allergy and intolerance.

It’s estimated that one in three Australians will experience an allergy at some point in their lives, be it very mild or potentially life threatening. In a study conducted by The Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy, 4.1 million Australians –19.6 per cent of the population – have at least one allergic disease. ...

Submitted by anh_cms_admin on Fri, 03/30/2012 - 05:00

Peaceful parenting - a lesson in meditation

Meditation teacher Joanne Mensforth Ph.D reveals her top tips

Parenthood is a gift, it’s also a life-changing event – the enormity of which, we never quite understand until we are in it ...

Submitted by anh_cms_admin on Mon, 03/26/2012 - 14:12

Find your life's purpose

Naturopath Kylie Clooney shows us how creating a purposeful life filled with passion can greatly improve your health.

Have you ever noticed how young people tend to have a focus on hobbies, sports, play and dreams, and as we age, for the majority, those things are gradually replaced with being busy and living life based on the necessities of just living? ...

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What's your colour personality?

Experts believe colour can boost happiness and reduce stress

Ever felt uplifted seeing a colourful rainbow brighten up an otherwise grey sky, or watching a spectacular orange sunset? ...

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Secrets of the world's healthiest

Want to live longer, feel happier and look amazing? Adopt some habits of the healthiest people in the world... you'll look good, feel great and live longer, Jennifer Kang writes.

Want to live longer, feel happier and look amazing? Adopt some habits of the healthiest people in the world... you'll look good, feel great and live longer, Jennifer Kang writes. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 10/12/2011 - 11:07

Aromatherapy Mixology

Linda Smith explores the benefits of essential oils, including ways they can be used to relieve stress and other day-to-day ailments, and discovers why aromatherapy is akin to ‘cooking’ for the soul.

Much of our lives are centred around bringing together the right ingredients to make things work. So, it shouldn’t be surprising that when we want to de-stress, boost immunity or lift libido, we put together a mix of essential oils to create an aromatic creation to wow our senses and help heal our bodies. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 17:11