Australian Natural Health Magazine

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 - 17:07

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 - 16:57

5 eco-friendly hair care tips

Get amazing results with organic products

For both women and men seeking potions that deliver amazing results for the hair and that are organic, sustainable, ethically sourced and free of animal by-products and of animal testing, shopping can be a trying time. ...

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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 - 12:34

Exercise for your decade

Whatever your age your mind and body can benefit from a workout, but while hitting the gym can have enormous benefits in your 20s, pounding the treadmill at 60 is not advisable. Emma Krieger asks the experts what we should be doing at different stage

To help tailor your workout needs to your age, we chart the must-do’s and don’t-do’s for fitness throughout the decades. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Wed, 06/22/2011 - 12:20

Make mine a happy meal

Are you looking for a feel-good meal other than the calorie-laden, comfort-food kind? Jennifer Kang investigates the belief that nutrient-rich foods on your plate can play a significant part in the path to happiness.

You can get a feel-good, energy-boosting hit from nutrients in healthy foods that work similarly to the way a mid-afternoon snack does. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Fri, 06/10/2011 - 13:15

Handle your headache – naturally

We live in an age where the easiest solution for a headache is to simply pop a pill. Yet countless studies warn of the side effects of over-the-counter drugs, and ironically, painkiller overuse is the third most common cause of headaches.

Debbie Willimott goes in search of alternative headache busters that treat more than just the symptom. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Fri, 05/06/2011 - 18:22

Relaxing eye compress

Homemade beauty recipes

Why spend money on expensive beauty products when you can make your own? Penny Lara shares her recipes ...

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Energy cleansing with the Five Tibetans

Sally Mathrick explores the ancient yoga practice of the Five Tibetans ...

Submitted by anh_cms_admin on Thu, 04/18/2013 - 15:56

Green Cooks Nature´s super seed

With the days getting longer and spring on the horizon, it’s time to shed off the winter cocoon, head outside, breathe the fresh fragrant air and read our debut column for Australian Natural Health!

We're delighted to join a fantastic team and share our love of good food and green living, inspire the inner cook and kindle the eco-bug in all of you. In each issue we will discuss a few food related tidbits and provide a tasty and healthy home-style recipe with some simple tips to help expand your culinary repertoire. ...

Submitted by ANH Editor on Fri, 12/17/2010 - 15:35