Nutrition is important when it comes to caring for your hair. If you are colouring it, straightening it, perming it or using a hair dryer you also increase your chances of hair loss. From my experience, I have found, despite popular naturopathic belief that most hair loss comes from inside, that what we do on the outside affects hair loss even more. Air conditioning, chemicals in shampoos and hair products, hair dyes, gels, sprays etc. all take their toll. Yes, food and illnesses do affect hair loss but don’t blame it all on your ill health if you are using the above toxic substances.

A number of factors impact whether you will be attracted to another person when you meet.

Bitter compounds from foods can open up the airways in the lungs.

A wonderfully inspired dish that adds a taste of Japan to Italy’s well-loved dish: pasta.

A US study has found that every item of supermarket food tested contained levels of plastic contaminants.

Caring for your breasts in a holistic way can help you accept, note changes to and find comfort and pleasure in these amazing structures.

When it comes to the crunch, celery has all the right elements as a nutritious and versatile ingredient to keep in your kitchen.

It’s important to understand the nature and causes of skin problems to be able to effectively address them with the right natural solutions.

Regular practice of the martial art tai chi yields an array of health and fitness benefits for young and old alike.

Vitamin C is most useful in preventing colds in people who are under stress.

What is a panic attack really though? Anyone that has ever even remotely come close to one will be able to tell you. They usually occur unexpectedly and can upset your emotional health quite easily. They are usually triggered by minor incidents and there are many natural things you can do to avert them.

This salad is also delicious with other dried fruits such as raisins or prunes, which are packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre.