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Over one billion people globally suffer from hypertension and over 75 million souls succumb to this condition each year. In fact, one in three adults have elevated blood pressure and the most common responses to this malady involve ongoing drug therapy, or simply ignoring the issue. Neither response is particularly

In last week's blog, we covered three of seven strategies to help you reclaim the capacity to rest, rebuild and regenerate through sleep. Just a single night of substandard sleep has been shown to compromise multiple processes, so we owe it to ourselves to investigate alternatives to reduce sleep loss.

This week’s Nutrition Matters is the first in a two-part series focusing upon the regenerative power of sleep, a longevity essential that so many of us struggle with. Research has confirmed that we really do need our eight hours of shut-eye each night, and every hour we miss can

I have long maintained that the vegetable garden is the ultimate wellness tool. Science is increasingly recognising that food is truly our greatest medicine. There is no food more valuable than chemical-free food, grown in healthy soils and harvested when ripened naturally, immediately before it graces your plate. Freshly harvested

The following suggestions are not restricted to those of us seeking a longer life – they are, in fact, relevant to quality of life for all. Health, or a lack of it, effectively impacts everyone who breathes. The healthy habits I will describe in this article can increase longevity, but they

During my diverse travels and research I am constantly seeking new tools to improve the lives and productivity of food producers. There is compelling research to suggest that soil is more than just the fragile layer that produces our food. It is also good for us in other ways. Soil

In Parts 1 and 2 of this article, I discussed the root cause of high blood pressure and the empowerment that comes with identifying that cause and addressing your problem. It is time we reclaimed responsibility for our own health and I trust that the following suggestions may help you

In the first part of this article, I described the roles of magnesium deficiency and kidney health in the high blood pressure equation. I also mentioned the scale of this health issue, which affects one in three adults. In this contribution, I will discuss three other key players and, in

One in three adults suffers high blood pressure and it really is something we need to address. When our blood is not moving as freely as it should, the pressure builds and the eventual release may not be pretty. In fact, we are much more likely to succumb to a

If you were informed that an investment of 15 minutes of your time each day could seriously reduce your risk of succumbing to the four things that kill us most commonly, you would probably suspect a scam claim. However, there is a simple exercise, practiced by millions of souls for

It has been said that a gifted teacher is like a candle that consumes itself to light the way for others. Some candles shine brighter than others, and one of the very brightest flickered to an end just before Christmas in 2014. Jerry Brunetti opened minds and touched hearts like

The Dalai Lama has made many wise suggestions over the years, but one of my favourites involves his affirmation for productive self-empowerment. He stated, "I am open to the guidance of synchronicity, and do not let expectations hinder my path". Here, the great man is referring to the

In the last issue, I introduced five of ten 2-minute strategies that can help the time challenged achieve a big, positive response with a very small time investment. In this issue I will introduce the remaining five strategies. 6. Embrace Turmeric This popular Indian spice contains a remarkable anti-inflammatory component

In this brave new world of Internet overload, the message must be brief or it is simply lost in the flood. It's not just an ever-shortening concentration span that is an issue – it is the parallel, fast-fix mentality where everything must happen yesterday. In keeping with the spirit of our

Selenium is a trace mineral of which many have never heard. Livestock producers are mostly aware of it in countries like Australia and NZ. There is a recognition that our soils are almost universally selenium deficient, and animals grazing on those soils suffer the same fate. Selenium can impact reproduction,

We think we are outperforming our great-grandparents in terms of longevity because we have supposedly added another decade of life expectancy, but this may not be the case. Our last couple of decades invariably involve a variety of pharmaceutical props and if "health is happiness" then we may

Type 2 diabetes is now considered to be "the coming plague" because almost one third of us are now considered to be insulin resistant (the precursor to diabetes). In a diet flooded with refined carbohydrates, sugar, soft drinks, alcohol and sweetened food, it is no surprise that we

The first day of January sees millions of New Year’s resolutions to improve, or resolve perceived problems. The most popular of these revolve around detox, weight loss, fitness, and the breaking of bad habits or addiction. Unfortunately, research suggests that only a very small percentage of these pledges are

Recently I have been thinking about expectations and their role in both parent/child relationships and the interplay between lovers. These reflections may have been fuelled by the fact that I am currently on a seminar tour of North and South America with my 17-year-old son. I am also apart

Metabolic Syndrome (MetS) is diagnosed when you present with three of the following symptoms: high blood pressure, high triglycerides, elevated LDL cholesterol, abdominal fat (the beer belly or love handles) and high fasting blood glucose levels. One study, published in 2002, revealed that 34% of US adults suffer from this

If only we could peak at 70 years old and remain at the summit until we finally shuffle off. If our genetic potential exceeds 100 years, then 70 years of age seems a nice maturation point. Surely our remaining thirty years should be a celebration and sharing of our accumulated

Prostate cancer recently took over from heart disease as the largest killer of Australian men. The vast majority of men have no idea of the purpose of their prostate, let alone how to look after it. This is a ridiculous situation as we all know the sort of dietary and

This issue of Nutrition Matters is a little more esoteric than most but I am sensing an increasing questioning amongst many with whom I work and so I trust these philosophical ramblings may resonate with some of you. In this segment I will be considering the importance of passion in

In December 2012, I travelled to Norfolk Island to conduct a two-day weekend workshop specifically designed for local people seeking to create food gardens. This is of particular relevance to the Island, as they are in the midst of a serious recession and food gardening is the great recession-proofer. The