Now that we are into the second year of the coronavirus pandemic even everyday life poses challenges at many levels. As much as 46% of Australians will experience a mood…
Almost everything in my garden is edible. Therefore when I have moved to the Southern Highlands two years ago I had to make sure that I grow a diversity of…
The Pandemic Impact on Resilience Building resilience is pivotal to cope with the ongoing stress of pandemics. Psychobiological resilience can be defined as the adaptive maintenance of physiological and mental…
While social distancing, wearing masks, and washing hands is recommended, there is so much more we can do as a natural defense against viruses if we are well informed. The…
Since September 2019, Australia has witnessed devastating widespread bushfires that have taken lives, billions of wildlife, thousands of livestock, houses, properties, bushland, national park and threatened the livelihood of thousands…
Cold and flu season has arrived, with this year’s season tipped to exceed 2017’s horror flu epidemic.[1] Unfortunately, cold and flu viruses spread easily, and even the strongest among us…
Mental health disorders are more common than many people realize. It is natural to feel like you are the only one that may be feeling low or experiencing depression, but…
The microscopic army exists within you Have you ever wondered if and how your diet affects your immunity? If you experience digestive symptoms such as constipation, bloating and gas, or…
There is no Christmas baking or cooking an Asian dish without ginger. But do you really know how beneficial ginger is to your health? Ginger originates from Asia and has been used as medicine…
There is no Christmas without use of Cinnamon in cooking. Cinnamon is used in Christmas baking, added to mulled wine or hot chocolate. However, we may not realise that by…