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Most children start back at school full of energy and enthusiasm, eager to catch up with friends but after a few weeks their excitement wanes and their busy schedule means they are left breathless, tired and often waiting for the next round of holidays to begin.

Do we blame ourselves for any increase in blood pressure? High blood pressure (hypertension) is a condition that is more prevalent in Western cultures, mainly from poor dietary habits. The cultures that are remote and follow their traditional diets have very little incidence of high blood pressure, even in advanced ageing.

We all look forward to a holiday, but sensible preparations make any adventure less stressful. If one is equipped for any adversity and that includes having a first aid kit on hand, then the holiday vacation can run more smoothly.

Arthritis and rheumatic health problems tend to increase in severity during the winter months often due to a decreased level of exercise, an increase in more dense rich foods and of course the added cold temperature.

Imagine waking up in the middle of the night with excruciating pain in your big toe. The skin over the first joint of the big toe is hot, shiny and red or purplish in colour.

Oregano (Originum vulgare L.) is a species of the mint family Lamiaceaa, as a woody perennial herb plant. The oil, oft called oil of oregano, is infused form the plant, especially used for fighting infections.

Maxmillian Bircher-Benner, born in Switzerland in 1867 after studying medicine fell ill with jaundice. He decided to eat raw apples only. He recovered and using this natural power of healing using the principles of raw foods he developed a dish that as become a classic around the world. That dish is now called muesli. Read all about his healthy dietary options.

Kitchen herbs and spices have been used since time immemorial to flavour food and to treat certain ailments, however certain cultures, especially in western countries, seem to have forgotten the importance of many of these plants. Maybe this is why Asian food is becoming more popular, as we turn to these cultures for inspiration and to enjoy the experience the taste explosion that occurs from these foods.

According to the experts, certain oils can be good for you, but moderation is the key.