With so many healthy diet theories flying around these days, it can be hard to know what is actually good for our bodies. Here's a completely different view of food - one that's been established for thousands of years.
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There have been hundreds of health food trends over the years – from green tea to coconut oil it can be overwhelming to know which of them really do have amazing health benefits . One health food which has soared in popularity in recent years is kombucha – an ancient drink with a fascinating history.
Kombucha is claimed to have a myriad of health benefits and it is perhaps this reason that the unusually brewed beverage has been passed down from generation to generation for thousands of years. But just how long has kombucha been around? And is it really as beneficial for your health as some people claim?
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Australians are stressed! In the six months between March and September 2020, 7.2 million services were subsidised through Medicare. In September, contacts to crisis support had increased by up to 21% compared to 2019. This past year has perhaps been the most chaotic period of our generation. Despite our best efforts, this virus has proven itself to be very, very resilient. In addition to the obvious physical and social toll, COVID has taken a significant toll on the mental health of all Australians. Acupuncture is a natural and effective approach to anxiety and depression in Australia, with emerging evidence that supports its benefits in mental health and relaxation.
February 12, 2021 is the Lunar New Year, traditional in many Asian countries including China, Vietnam, and South Korea. February 12 also introduces the Year of the Metal Ox, marking the end of the Year of the Metal Rat. Those with an interest in Chinese astrology may already know that some 2020 Rat predictions were just as unfortunate as the year turned out to be, and now, a new question looms: Will this Year of the Ox be lucky?
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Published in the Journal of Pain in 2018, researchers concluded that acupuncture is effective for the treatment of chronic pain, that the effects of acupuncture persist over time, and that the benefits of acupuncture cannot be explained away solely by the placebo effect. But how?
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Many people report that they fall asleep easily, but wake at the same time in the middle of the night. This can be incredibly frustrating, especially if you can't fall back asleep and wake up tired the next day. The concept of an “Organ Clock" in Chinese medicine is a useful tool in understanding why this occurs.
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