The current medical model, which focuses on treating the symptoms with toxic pharmaceuticals, rather than preventing illness, is simply not working. We use more drugs than ever before and we are sicker than ever before. Unfortunately, most of us are very sick by the time we recognise we are ill or decide to do anything […]
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Creating Medical Myths
Creating myths History tells us that when money is involved the medical establishments will do anything to keep profits and power. Good examples of this include tobacco and alcohol. Most people may not remember but the various medical associations around the world have been prominent supporters of these deadly products in the pursuit of profit. […]
It is inflammation not cholesterol.
Here is another nail in the coffin of the cholesterol theory. For the last 40 years the cholesterol theory (yes theory) has continued to change to suit the growing evidence against it. In science if a theory is disproved it is tossed out. Not this one. It keeps being reborn and of course you are […]
A flawed health system
Unfortunately illness has become one of the most profitable businesses of the 21st century. Too many big companies earn too much money on chronic illness to have any interest in disease prevention. Profit is made from treating an illness that is not cured. In Australia, the pharmaceutical benefits scheme has risen by 10% each year since its […]
Don’t be afraid to ask questions or speak out. Don’t shoot the messenger
“I may not agree with what you have to say… but I will defend to the death your right to say it…” –Voltaire, 17th Century French Philosopher Upon receiving a compass at age five, Einstein immediately began questioning what made the needle point the same way no matter the position of the device.[i] Later, at fifteen years of […]
Our sense of purpose keeps us healthy.
Research shows a sense of purpose is a major factor in living longer and the benefits of perceiving and living a life directed toward a broader purpose are widespread. Having a purpose in life provides individuals with a sense of direction and goals for the future, as well as a marker of flourishing and a […]
Inflammation and cancer
Inflammation and cancer The link between chronic inflammation and cancer has long been recognized since the 19th century German pathologist Rudolph Virchow first hypothesized that the origin of cancer was at sites of chronic inflammation. Now it seems that modern science has caught up with the observations of the 19th Century. Considerable advances in cancer research relates […]
Coffee for Healthy Ageing
Coffee, one of the world’s most consumed beverages, has many benefits and only a few shortcomings (sleep). Coffee has phenolic compounds such as chlorogenic acid and caffeic acid that have strong antioxidant activity and anti-inflammatory effects. A number of studies have now shown habitual coffee consumption is associated with lower prevalence of diabetes or pre-diabetes, […]
Inflammation linked to weight gain
The foods we eat turn some genes on and off, thereby influencing the normal growth of cells as well as protecting against inflammation, cancer, heart disease and weight gain. In addition, the nutrients, including antioxidants, function as cofactors in myriad biochemical reactions and sometimes provide structural roles in cells. Vitamins and minerals are important in […]
Probiotics to lower inflammation
Probiotics Numerous studies have now shown the benefits of probiotics and prebiotics in reducing inflammation and oxidation. A recent meta-analysis indicated a significant reduction in serum CRP following probiotics.[1] Studies suggest the consumption of probiotic yogurt containing L. acidophilus and Bifidobacterium animalis in pregnant women for nine weeks led to a reduction in inflammation (CRP) as it did for colorectal […]
