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Central Serous Retinopathy and Astaxanthin
Astaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that is found in a variety of marine organisms, including shrimp, krill, lobster, and crab. This pigment is responsible for the red, orange, or yellow colour of these seafood items. Astaxanthin is also found in some types of microalgae and yeast. Astaxanthin has a variety of potential health benefits. One…
Natural Support for Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a condition that affects the optic nerve and can lead to vision loss. It is usually caused by increased pressure in the eye. While there is no cure for glaucoma, there are treatments that can help prevent or slow its progression. Vitamins and Supplements There are a number of vitamins and supplements that…
Nutrition in Gestational Diabetes
A healthy diet is important for all women, but it’s especially important for women with gestational diabetes. Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. It can go away (for most women) after the baby is born, but it can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes later in life. A healthy…
Gum Disease / Gingivitis
Gingivitis, or Gum Disease, is an inflammatory condition of the gums caused by bacteria in the mouth. It is initiated by the dental plaque that coats the teeth and gums. Some of the main causes of this condition may be : smoking mouth breathing faulty dental work hormonal changes during pregnancy eating too many soft…
Male Pattern Baldness
Male Pattern Baldness is a receding hairline in men, that follows a pattern of thinning and falling hair on the crown and temples. There are a few reasons for this type of hair loss, but the main ones are genetics (androgenetica alopecia) and an immune system disorder (alopecia areata). Ageing can also play a part, as the…
Central Serous Retinopathy
Central Serous Retinopathy (CSR), also referred to as Central Serous Choroidopathy, is a condition where there is fluid leakage in the eye beneath the retina. This fluid accumulates under the macula (which is the central part of the retina), and causes blurred or distorted vision and blind spots. Central Serous Retinopathy (CSR) can arise without a specific cause. However, some…
Maple Syrup
This natural sweetener is becoming popular as a natural and healthy alternative to refined sugar. It is made from the sap of maple trees. The sap is collected and boiled, leaving a thick, sweet syrup. This is then filtered to remove any impurities. Canada is the largest producer of Maple Syrup (producing around 70% –…
Cherries
Cherries come in many varieties – such as Dark Red or Yellow cherries. Certain types may posses superfood qualities. Montmorency cherries are the ones that have the most medicinal value. They posses anti-inflammatory qualities, are very rich in antioxidants and may aid in preventing and treating Gout. Due to their natural melatonin content, they can also help…
Anaemia – Natural Iron Builders
The most common type of anaemia is iron deficiency anaemia. This is a condition where low iron in the body causes a reduction in the number of red blood cells. Most people with this type of anaemia, will usually only have a few symptoms. The severity of symptoms depends essentially on how quickly the anaemia develops. There are many causes that…