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Hearty oils

A combination of sesame and rice bran oils lowers blood pressure and cholesterol.

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The heart lifestyle

Your blood pressure and arteries do not have to deteriorate as you age if you choose the right lifestyle.

Your Kidneys are more important than you think

Our kidneys are located at the back of the abdominal cavity pretty much just above the back of your waist. They are important in homeostasis which has got to do with the balance and regulation of how the body works. They also play a part in regulating the acid and electrolyte balances, the fluids in the body and the regulation of blood pressure.

Taking the natural health approach to men’s wellbeing

A large number of Australian men have high blood pressure and/or high cholesterol, smoke and/or drink too much, are overweight and don’t exercise regularly, increasing their risk of developing heart disease and diabetes. Although 57 percent of people now use some form of alternative medicine, findings have been similar to that for allopathic medicine with natural health practitioners observing that, for the most part, it’s women who seem more proactive about their health. But, gradually more men are realising the need to take care of their bodies and minds. Taking a natural health perspective when it comes to men’s health is a beneficial choice.

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All you need to know about alpha-lipoic acid

If there’s one supplement that truly deserves the word ‘super’, it’s alpha-lipoic acid. This antioxidant has positive effects on everything from blood pressure and cholesterol to anti-ageing benefits. Find out what else it can do for you.

5 delicious and nutritious seaweed recipes by wholefood chef Pete Evans

Is seaweed a superfood?

Think seaweed is all washed up? Not so. This superfood offers high mineral content and health benefits that range from maintaining brain function to decreasing cholesterol and blood pressure.

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Is salt bad for you?

Do you know how much salt is in your diet? Many of us consume far too much of it, resulting in health concerns such as high blood pressure and possibly cardiovascular disease and cancer. So how can we control the salt in our diet?