91. Sit Comfortably
The American Chiropractic Association says: Keep your knees slightly higher than your hips, with your head up and back straight when sitting.
92. A Chamomile Bath
A bath made by adding 4 or 5 drops of chamomile oil, or several cups of chamomile tea is relaxing and can help dry, itching or sunburnt skin.
93. Protection Against Cancer
Salvestrols from fruit and vegetables have been found to be protective against cancer. Salvestrol supplements may help people with cancer.
94. Excess Lead
Excess lead in your system can give you a blue or black line on your gums.
95. Wheat Problems?
Quinoa is suitable for people who are avoiding wheat and other grains. It is a source of protein, vitamin E, calcium and iron. Use like rice or cous cous.
96. Asthma And Water
A surprising amount of chlorine is inhaled when you have a shower. If your have asthma, you benefit from fitting a water filter for the whole house.
97. Phthalates
Phthalates from plastic bottles and containers can migrate into food and drink so you end up consuming them. Phthalates have been linked to falling sperm counts and breast cancer. Choose glass containers wherever possible.
98. Probiotics
Taking probiotics (live yoghurt or as a supplement) regularly may help you if you suffer with gut disorders or an inflammatory disease (e.g. IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, clostridium difficile infection).
99. Relax The Mind And Sleep
Try herbal valerian tablets one hour before you go to bed, if you're having difficulty sleeping. They work by relaxing the mind and body and so aid natural sleep.
100. Burn Out
An Israeli study found that those who suffered from job 'burn out' were twice as likely to develop Type 2 diabetes. Your job is important, but so are you.
101. Period Pains?
A daily supplement of the mineral magnesium has been shown to help period pains and PMS.
102. Gum Disease
Gum disease has been linked to an increase in heart problems. Bizarre as it may seem, flossing your teeth and seeing a dental hygienist may help prevent heart disease.
103. Where To Sit
Sitting upstairs on a double-decker bus or coach reduces your exposure to air pollution. (Dr Roy Colville, senior lecturer in air pollution, Imperial College, London)
104. Surgery?
The Duke University Medical Center (USA) says research studies show that people who incorporate relaxation techniques before and during surgery often lose less blood, require less anesthesia, and have shorter hospital stays.
105. Glycaemic Index
Some surprising foods have a high glycaemic index. Rice cakes and parsnips, for example, cause blood sugar to rise rapidly and then drop rapidly.
The American Chiropractic Association says: Keep your knees slightly higher than your hips, with your head up and back straight when sitting.
92. A Chamomile Bath
A bath made by adding 4 or 5 drops of chamomile oil, or several cups of chamomile tea is relaxing and can help dry, itching or sunburnt skin.
93. Protection Against Cancer
Salvestrols from fruit and vegetables have been found to be protective against cancer. Salvestrol supplements may help people with cancer.
94. Excess Lead
Excess lead in your system can give you a blue or black line on your gums.
95. Wheat Problems?
Quinoa is suitable for people who are avoiding wheat and other grains. It is a source of protein, vitamin E, calcium and iron. Use like rice or cous cous.
96. Asthma And Water
A surprising amount of chlorine is inhaled when you have a shower. If your have asthma, you benefit from fitting a water filter for the whole house.
97. Phthalates
Phthalates from plastic bottles and containers can migrate into food and drink so you end up consuming them. Phthalates have been linked to falling sperm counts and breast cancer. Choose glass containers wherever possible.
98. Probiotics
Taking probiotics (live yoghurt or as a supplement) regularly may help you if you suffer with gut disorders or an inflammatory disease (e.g. IBS, ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease, clostridium difficile infection).
99. Relax The Mind And Sleep
Try herbal valerian tablets one hour before you go to bed, if you're having difficulty sleeping. They work by relaxing the mind and body and so aid natural sleep.
100. Burn Out
An Israeli study found that those who suffered from job 'burn out' were twice as likely to develop Type 2 diabetes. Your job is important, but so are you.
101. Period Pains?
A daily supplement of the mineral magnesium has been shown to help period pains and PMS.
102. Gum Disease
Gum disease has been linked to an increase in heart problems. Bizarre as it may seem, flossing your teeth and seeing a dental hygienist may help prevent heart disease.
103. Where To Sit
Sitting upstairs on a double-decker bus or coach reduces your exposure to air pollution. (Dr Roy Colville, senior lecturer in air pollution, Imperial College, London)
104. Surgery?
The Duke University Medical Center (USA) says research studies show that people who incorporate relaxation techniques before and during surgery often lose less blood, require less anesthesia, and have shorter hospital stays.
105. Glycaemic Index
Some surprising foods have a high glycaemic index. Rice cakes and parsnips, for example, cause blood sugar to rise rapidly and then drop rapidly.
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