Vitamin D levels may modify risks genes for macular degeneration. Adults with the lowest concentrations of circulating 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25OHD) had the highest risk for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a new systematic review and meta-analysis published online April 2 in Maturitas. “The findings of the present meta-analysis strengthen the idea that there might be…
WELL- BEING STRESS TEST Never 0 – Rarely 1 – Twice a month 2 – Once a week 3 – Four times a week 4 – Everyday 5 Do you get headaches? 0 1 2 3 4 5 Do you get sick (cold & flu)? 0 1 2 3…
Baobab – The New Kid on the Novel Foods Block as a Glycaemic Response Moderator Baobab is the African super fruit that comes naturally as a dry powder, tastes fantastic, has an extraordinary backstory of positive social and environmental benefits in Africa, and a legendary reputation for its immune-boosting properties. But there’s much more to Baobab…
Key insights into the ‘master’ antioxidant: Glutathione (or GSH in its reduced form) is a tri-peptide (cysteine, glycine, and glutamic acid) found in most cells. GSH has many roles, including: Recycles other antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E A prime intracellular position to neutralise free radicals, which can build up in cells and cause damage Support…
Aging is accompanied by many changes in your body, and your eyes are no exception. Some vision changes are expected with age. It can become harder to see things up close, or you may notice difficulty differentiating between some colors. Some people notice their eyes take longer to adjust when walking from light to dark…
Three myths about COVID-19 — and the biggest challenge that lies ahead Professor Chris Goodnow is an immunologist from the Garvan Institute of Medical Research. Professor Chris Goodnow: as an immunologist with four decades of research on antibodies under my belt, I always felt like I had a pretty good handle on COVID-19. But…
To date the baby has been vaccinated according to the schedule of the Australian Immunization Program and has not experienced any adverse effects from past immunizations. The 12-month vaccine is scheduled in 2 months In the last month, the baby has developed eczema in the flexures of both elbows, behind the knees, on the cheeks…
The rapid turnover of the epidermis or surface layer, occurs because the skin is the body’s outer protection and is exposed to injury as well as pollution. despite this constant renewal, we still get wrinkles as we get older. That’s because the skin loses collagen. The skin cell turnover varies individually and age plays a…
How old are your bones? 10 years The skeleton is constantly replacing itself, explains Dr. Peter Selby, an osteoporosis expert base at Manchester Royal Infirmary in the UK. It takes about 10 years to do this completely. Old bone is broken down by cells called osteoclasts and replaced by bone-building cells known as osteoblasts. At…
16 y/o J. has a strong past history of anxiety & depression caused by anorexia. The mood disorders have lead to a severe case of insomnia; both in sleep onset & maintenance. J. was hospitalized at the age of 14 for a severe case of self-harm (cutting) and remained hospitalized for 4 weeks. Her doctor…
The answer is yes it definitely does, and much more than you realise. The food you eat determines how well your nervous system functions, how well your brain can produce neurotransmitters (brain chemicals) and your blood sugar level; all of which affect your mood. Your diet also determines your energy levels, and when you are…
HOW OLD IS YOUR LIVER: 5 MONTHS The liver is known for its amazing capacity to repair and re-grow itself, thank to its rich blood supply. This means that it can continue with its main job of flushing toxins out of the body. If you have wondered why even heavy drinkers can sometimes improve the…
The tongue is covered with about 9000 taste buds that help us to detect flavors, explains Professor Damien Walmsley, scientific adviser to the British Dental Association. The taste buds themselves are a collection of cells on the surface of the tongue, each housing about 50 to 100 taste cells. The buds renew themselves every 10…
Here is a very interesting article written by the Herbal Extract Company. These herbs are dispensed only by qualified health practitioner and I do stock them. The lymphatic system is a vital part of the immune system. It acts as the body’s ‘sewerage system’ to eliminate waste and toxins from cells and control the flow…
The Herbal Extract company has written this excellent article. These herbs are dispensed only by qualified health practitioner and I do stock them. A healthy immune system is critical for general physical health and may contribute to mental health as well. Immune modulating herbs are herbs that broadly support the immune system. They can help…
BRAIN AGE: THE SAME AS YOUR AGE! Most of the body’s cells that last a lifetime are found in the brain, explains Dr. John Wadley, consultant neurosurgeon at Barts and the London Hospital in the UK. “We are born with all the brain cells we’ll ever have, about 100 billion and most of the brain…
HOW OLD ARE YOUR LUNGS? Lung age: 2 to 3 weeks and Alveoli or air sacs: 1 year All the cells in the lungs are constantly renewing themselves. However, the lungs contain different cells that renew themselves at different rates. The alveoli or air sac cells, deep in the lungs, which are needed for the…
HEART AGE: 20 YEARS Until recently, it was thought that the heart could not renew itself. However, a study at New York Medical College in the U.S.A found that the heart is actually dotted with stem cells that rejuvenate it at least three or four times over a lifetime. A healthy diet is the first…
Red Blood Cells Age: 4 Months Red blood cells are the body’s vital transport system, carrying oxygen to every tissue and carrying waste away, They wear out every four months, after which the liver removes any remaining in iron that is needed for healthy red blood cells, and then the remaining cell is destroyed in…
LION’S MANE MUSHROOM BENEFITS Lion’s Mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus) is a potent brain-boosting, mood health enhancing, immune supportive, nerve regenerating medicinal mushroom with potent nootropic health benefits. Traditionally used in Chinese Medicine for centuries, Lion’s Mane mushroom benefits can help support digestion, enhance the immune system, as well as nourish the five internal organs; spleen, lungs, liver, kidneys and heart.…
