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What Do Heart Disease, Fatigue, Anxiety & Insomnia Have In Common?

By on March 14, 2019   /   Anxiety, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Depression, Insomnia, Women's Health   /   Leave a comment
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What Do Heart Disease, Fatigue, Anxiety & Insomnia Have In Common?

The most common cause of ill health and disease in the western world is cardiovascular disease. The problem is, most people don’t realise they have it, until it’s much too late. Heart Disease Develops Early Heart issues begin at an early age caused by fevers that attack the heart. The reason mitral valve murmurs and tricuspid valve murmurs are ignored in western medicine is because they are classified as systolic murmurs and are considered unimportant. There’s no treatment in western medicine for this because there’s no money to be made. Unless the valve fails completely then doctors will tell you

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Building The Gut

By on March 12, 2019   /   Gastrointestinal, Gut Health, Health Care   /   Leave a comment
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Building The Gut

Your health is your most prized possession. So long as you’re able to have good digestion, a flat tummy and the vitality for things most important to you, you’re pretty much good to go. But what happens when you lose control over your most prized possession? When you feel bloated all the time and lose the luxury into any outfit you desire? It can be a traumatic experience. Today i’m laying out the “first 7 steps” that have worked well in my practice for build a healthy gut. Before applying any of these, seek approval of your medical doctor or

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The Heart Of The Problem

By on January 23, 2019   /   Cardiovascular, Heart Health   /   1 Comment
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The Heart Of The Problem

In Chinese medicine, “heart disease” means quite a bit more than it does in Western medicine. Both medicines recognise what comes to mind when we hear the term “heart disease”: heart attack, cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease and more. These are the most serious heart problems, due to the deadly outcome of blood circulation blockages. In addition, Chinese medicine recognises other heart conditions that may appear benign in comparison, but still significantly impact quality of life. Furthermore, Chinese medicine has the potential to treat both serious and benign heart conditions. Inadequate Testing While tests such as the electrocardiogram (EKG) or

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Chinese Medicine Benefits Heart Disease Patients

By on January 22, 2019   /   Cardiovascular, Health Care, Heart Health, Women's Health   /   Leave a comment
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Chinese Medicine Benefits Heart Disease Patients

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the western world.  Nutrition, exercise and medication are often assumed as the best method for reducing a person’s chance of a heart attack.  However, in recent years what the medical community agrees on what constitutes as “heart healthy” food has changed. So too are the benefits of rigorous exercise and cardiovascular medications such as aspirin are now being challenged. Fortunately, there are other viable options for heart disease patients that have stood the test of time. The Next frontier New research in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology suggests, in concert with

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Fruit Juice Smoothies Have Far More Sugar Than Is Healthy For You

By on March 21, 2018   /   Fat & Weight, Health Care, Weight Loss   /   Leave a comment
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Fruit Juice Smoothies Have Far More Sugar Than Is Healthy For You

If you’re on the path to losing weight, then imagine the following… You’re faced with one of two options for your afternoon snack; a chocolate bar or a pre-prepared fuit smoothie. It’s a no brainer, right? The smoothie is the far better option for shrinking the waistline, and in turn, lowering your risk of heart disease. Think Again New research published in BMJ Open confirms what many health professionals have believed: sugar content in fruit juices and smoothies are too high. In addition, a new article was published titled, “How much sugar is hidden in drinks marketed to children?” Firstly,

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Food Additive Alters Gut Bacteria, Causes Colon Cancer

By on March 18, 2018   /   Gastrointestinal, Gut Health, Health Care   /   2 Comments
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Food Additive Alters Gut Bacteria, Causes Colon Cancer

The conditions leading to a colorectal cancer have remained the same for years. They are Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs) such as: Crohn’s disease Irritable bowel syndrome Ulcerative colitis. Recently, a new review of existing research shows the disruption of microbiota in the gut can lead to low-grade inflammation (another precursor to colon cancer). A healthy gut environment is necessary for optimal health. The vast quantity of microbacteria that co-exist in our gut are very important. In fact, the hundreds of millions of strains can impact many other non-GI related concerns, including fatigue, rheumatoid arthritis and insulin resistance. The Review Firstly, this

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What To Do About Allergies?

By on March 17, 2018   /   Allergies, Health Care   /   1 Comment
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What To Do About Allergies?

It’s safe to say that up to 80% of the patients that I treat in my clinic have allergies. Other than fatigue, anxiety and depression, it is the most common ailment I treat. Typical symptoms are a runny nose, itchy eyes, post-nasal drip, or more serious issues such as reoccurring sinus infections. It’s obvious that over the counter and prescribed medications are not effective in solving allergies in Melbourne’s spring time. A In Depth Perspective? Chinese medicine, including herbs and acupuncture, offer a more curative approach to the problem of allergies. In Chinese medicine there are several different types of

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A Quarter of Patients Don’t Need Surgery

By on March 15, 2018   /   Health Care   /   1 Comment
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A Quarter of Patients Don't Need Surgery

The number of Australians having joint replacements for osteoarthritis is growing at an “unsustainable” rate. This is despite evidence that a quarter of patients don’t need surgery, say musculoskeletal experts. A report by the muscle, bone and joint health charity MOVE and Medibank in 2016 showed 100,000 Australians received joint replacements to treat osteoarthritis of the hip or knee. This totalled over $2 billion. The Data The data also show that between 1994 and 2014 Victoria had a 175% increase in hip replacements and 285% increase in knee replacements, with no sign of demand slowing. To curb the costly trend, the report calls for a new

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50% of Medical Studies Leave Out Adverse Side Effects

By on March 13, 2018   /   Health Care   /   Leave a comment
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50% of Medical Studies Leave Out Adverse Side Effects

The majority of modern drugs come with strict warnings. There’s rarely a drug on the market that doesn’t stress the likelihood of dangerous side effects. But apparently the number of negative side effects is a fraction of those reported in the original clinical data. According to a recent analysis published in PLOS Medicine journal, half of all medical reporting on clinical trials leave out adverse side effects. The Research The research was conducted by scientists from the University of East Anglia in the UK. They investigated 28 journal articles that cross-referenced data from up to 500 clinical trials. The team

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Popular Heartburn Drugs Linked To Silent Kidney Damage

By on March 12, 2018   /   Gastrointestinal, Health Care, Kidney Health   /   2 Comments
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Popular Heartburn Drugs Linked To Silent Kidney Damage

The long-term use of a number of heartburn drugs has been linked to silent kidney problems. The results come in light of a recent study published in Kidney International. Patients prescribed PPIs (proton pump inhibitors) such as Prevacid, Prilosec, Nexium, and others are generally told to stop after symptoms of kidney problems. However, the new report suggests a significant number are being affected without knowing it. The Research Researchers from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis and the Veterans Affairs St. Louis Health Care System analysed data from the Department of Veteran Affairs databases on 125,000 users of PPIs.

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