Lentils and other legumes are considered a low-GI food as they are digested slowly and won’t cause a sharp rise in blood sugar and insulin levels. The high protein and soluble fibre content of legumes slows the rate at which they leave the stomach and delays the absorption of its glucose. This makes them an ideal addition to the diet, especially for anyone having to watch their weight and blood sugar levels.

Herbs have a wide array of actions that can help you in all aspects of your detoxification process.

The human male has a distinct physiology that brings its own health opportunities and challenges. In this special report we look at the natural and preventive health strategies a man can use to stay healthy for a lifetime.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) affects millions of women Australia-wide and is one of the most common forms of hormonal imbalance in women of childbearing age. It varies in symptoms and degree from woman to woman but can significantly disrupt life. Thankfully, there are herbal, nutritional and lifestyle choices that can get your PMS into balance.

The human male has a distinct physiology that brings its own health opportunities and challenges. In this special report we look at the natural and preventive health strategies a man can use to stay healthy for a lifetime.

Manuka honey is a powerful antibacterial honey made by bees frequenting the tea tree.

Native to Brazil, acai berries pack an antioxidant punch that yields an array of health benefits.

Sleep is such a crucial element to good health yet it’s one of the first things to fall to the wayside when life gets busy. It’s time to prioritise your slumber and find your sleep “sweet spot”.

Green beans are actually the unripe fruit and fruit pods of the “common bean”. While they may be common, green beans also have many health benefits.

Fasting can be a powerful way to promote detoxification within your body and soul. However, you must do it correctly or you risk harming yourself.

Honey, honey. Not just an ingredient in desserts, this gift from nature offers a plethora of health benefits for your body’s largest organ — your skin.

An incredibly valuable medicinal plant, dandelion tastes bitter and salty. All parts of the plant can be used — root, leaves and flowers — as a food and a remedy.