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  • Your Travel Health. Nutrition for Fitness and Energy
    When I visit large cities, I like to do a lot of walking. To explore and visit little back streets off the tourist tracks, inaccessible to tourist buses. You can stop, take photos and enjoy the discoveries that only walking can provide. To fully enjoy these walks, you need a reasonable level of fitness and health. Here are some suggestions to boost your immune system and energy.
  • High Blood Pressure. The Risks and the Solutions
    World Health Organization research has shown that 11 percent of all significant disease in a developed country is caused by high blood pressure. Deaths from coronary heart disease and stroke are strongly linked to high blood pressure. So what can you do to control it?
  • Beat Depression and Stress with Exercise
    John Howard, the Prime Minister of Australia, would have arguably one of the most stressful and demanding jobs in the country. Yet he still finds time for his daily fitness walk. This message from the top highlights the critical importance of exercise in combating stress, anxiety and depression.
  • Beating the Blues. Depression Signs and Solutions
    Depression is quickly becoming one of the biggest health problems in the world. According to a study by USA Magazine, 75% of doctor visits in the US are for stress and depression related illnesses. Clinical depression is Australia's fastest growing illness. How do you know if you are depressed?
  • Is There a Cure for Arthritis Pain?
    Do you remember the last time you rolled out of bed without feeling stiff and sore? Can you imagine swinging a golf club, serving in tennis or spending the afternoon gardening without feeling aches and pains the next day? It is possible. Read on to discover the answers.
  • Beating Depression. Is Work Stress Getting You Down?
    John was a hardworking and caring teacher. Of concern to his wife however was his occasional bouts of work related stress and depression. His heart attack in the staffroom was devastating for all concerned and led to a review of work place policies for dealing with stress.

    Read on to discover strategies you can use to deal with stress.
  • Heart Disease. Are You At Risk?
    A heart attack occurs when the blood supply carrying oxygen and other nutrients to the heart muscle is blocked.

    Coronary heart disease is caused by the build-up of artherosclerosis, [fatty deposits] or plaque on the inside of artery walls.

    Read on to discover 2 critical risk factors you should be aware of if you wish to avoid a heart attack or heart disease.
  • Beat Osteoporosis With These Bone Building Secrets
    Osteoporosis is caused when bones become less dense, lose strength and break more easily due to calcium loss. It can occur at any age, but is most common after 60 when one in two women and one in three men will suffer a bone fracture. Breaks are most common in the spine, hip and wrist and often occur after only a minor fall. Read on to discover what you can do to stop bone loss and increase bone mass?
  • Stroke Prevention. The 7 Major Risk Factors
    Stroke is the number one cause of adult disability in the world's wealthiest countries and the third leading cause of death after heart attack and cancer.

    That's the bad news. The good news is that simple lifestyle changes can dramatically reduce your risk. Read on to discover the 7 top risk factors for stroke and what you can do to prevent them.
  • Weight Loss Secrets. Get Slim Without the Gym
    Diabetes and obesity are reaching epidemic proportions and both are closely related to our lifestyle. Unless we change some of our lifestyle habits,this trend is likely to continue.
    So, how can you improve your fitness and start your weight loss program?
    Here are 7 suggestions.
  • Exercises for Weight Loss, Diabetes and Osteoporosis
    Many of our diseases are the result of a sedentary lifestyle as well as an unhealthy diet. Your body is meant to be used and will quickly deteriorate if it is not.
    Physical activity should be a high priority in your daily program. Try to engage in some form of aerobic exercise at least five days a week and some form of resistance exercise at least two or three times a week. Here's why.
  • How to Cancer Proof Your Life
    It's no secret that fruit, vegetables, herbs and supplements can provide your body with powerful protection against cancer. But some are better than others. Read on to discover those you SHOULD eat. Some may surprise you.
  • Healthy Travel. Five "Must Know" Secrets
    In September 2004, my wife and I enjoyed a bus tour of central and southern Europe. We had prepared for it with a fitness and exercise program before we left home and it paid dividends! Sadly, almost half the people on the bus didn't enjoy the spectacular scenery, because they were asleep!
    So what are the secrets to travel fitness?
  • Diabetes. Will You Be Next?
    If you "don't have time" for any form of sport or exercise and eat fatty takeaways and fast foods, you could be a candidate for "metabolic syndrome."
    What is it and how do you avoid it?
  • Beating Depression. The Power of Pets
    Did you know that if you suffer from bouts of stress, depression and anxiety, your pet could be one of your best "cures"?
    Having a cat or dog as a pet can protect you from numerous health problems including heart disease, cancer and depression. Surprised? Read on.
  • Beating Insomnia. Seven Secrets to a Peaceful Sleep
    It's 4am and you're wide awake.You could be the one in three who have trouble sleeping. So what are the culprits and remedies for insomnia and how much sleep do you really need to beat the bedtime blues?
  • How to Beat Arthritis Pain
    Did you know that if you have arthritis pain, you do have options other than anti-inflammatory drugs?
    Read on to discover these very effective natural supplements.

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