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	Weight Loss Depression Hair Loss Slimming By Nature Acne Haemorrhoids Breastfeeding - A Personal Journey Hayfever. The Sneezin' Season Learn about the benefits of Aromatherapy The Hot Spot - SUN SENSE OR SKIN CANCER? TAKING THE "O.K" OUT OF SMOKING Arthritis Wrinkles Beating The Flu Head Lice
	Weight Loss Increased weight gain is usually caused by eating fatty and sugary foods and no exercise. If losing weight is the aim and more importantly, keeping it off, you need to re-evaluate your diet and lifestyle. Avoid saturated fats, sugary foods, rich sauces and fatty fast foods. Try replacing cups of coffee with raw fruit and vegetable juices. Eat three good meals a day, starting with a good breakfast, a substantial lunch and don't over eat at dinner. Careful snacking in between meals can increase the number of nutrients in your diet especially if the healthy alternatives are chosen. Find an exercise routine that you enjoy Keep all weight loss goals realistic and take one day at a time. The main energy sources should be from eating fruits, vegetables, cereals, rice, breads and pasta. More on weight loss ...
	Depression Depression seems to be more prevalent today than 30 years ago. Factors such as work place stress, diminished family life, money worries and abuse are some of the contributing factors. Depression can be a problem for people of all ages and it's intensity can range from mild to severe. Did you know that? Regular exercise can uplift your mood. Aerobic exercise is considered best for endorphin release because it is an endurance activity. A brisk 40 minute walk can have a great effect on mood levels. Most regular exercisers report more energy and a clearer mind and better self esteem. Symptoms like depression and anxiety can sometimes disappear within 20 minutes of starting. There is now a new product called Moodlift which contains the naturally occurring substance SAM-e (S-adnosylmethionine), a potent mood regulator to help you get the most out of life. More ...
	Hair Loss Millions of men and women throughout the world experience some sort of hair loss. It is normal to lose 50 to 100 hairs a day but there are many reasons why people can start to lose more hair than usual. Stress and medical conditions can all play a part but the most common reason can be hereditary hair loss. Hereditary hair loss also known as baldness or male pattern baldness in men, due to the distinctive M shaped formed. Women can also experience hereditary hair loss as thinning of the hair over the entire crown of the head, known as female pattern baldness. Hair grows in cycles, growing anywhere from 1 cm to 2 cm per month. For some of us, hereditary factors cause some hair follicles to shrink, shortening the hairs growth cycle. As the hair is lost, some men will notice that their hair line is receding, whilst women will notice an overall thinning of their hair. There are many hair loss treatments to choose from and Regaine could be the answer for you. More ...
	Slimming By Nature As countries worldwide become more affluent, their foods are becoming more processed for convenience and for taste. We are eating more of the wrong types of foods and because of longer hours spent in the workplace, exercise is becoming a thing of the past. There are many products being offered in the market place today, so choosing the right one to suit can leave you confused. This month HomePharmacy will begin to help you unravel the web of products available and give you the confidence to choose a program that will be just right for you. ... more...

	Acne The word that strikes fear into every teenagers hearts...more...
	Haemorrhoids We all know what function the rectum serves and unfortunately when haemorrhoids raise their ugly heads so to speak, the natural process of eliminating waste from our body becomes painful... more...

	Breastfeeding - A Personal Journey A personal experience, close to the heart and written for those who want to breastfeed. There are challenges but the experience is one that you will remember with love... more...
	Hayfever. The Sneezin' Season Hayfever is the common name for the condition called "Allergic Rhinitis" which means an allergy that affects the nose. Hayfever can occur all year round, but it is most severe in spring when airborne pollens and spores are at their peak. There are many 'triggers" so it is important to try and identify the causes and then take steps to reduce the exposure to the suspected allergen. Avoidance of pollen is difficult but you may find the following advice to be helpful. Feature Article More Related Information

	Learn about the benefits of Aromatherapy The essential oils of plants and flowers have been used across many cultures for thousands of years to improve both physical and emotional well-being. Interest in Aromatherapy has recently been re-ignited as it has become obvious that the natural plant extracts called essential oils have the power to influence your moods and feelings, healing the body, mind and spirit. Feature Article More Related information
	The Hot Spot - SUN SENSE OR SKIN CANCER? The earlier in life sun exposure occurs, the greater the life-time risk of developing skin disorders, with cancers like melanoma being top of the list. These kill 1,000 Australians annually. The good thing is that attitudes towards sun protection have changed radically over the last 10 years and HomePharmacy is in the ideal position to help raise your awareness on sun protection. Click Here to Read More

	TAKING THE "O.K" OUT OF SMOKING Did you know that some people will literally lose a limb due to a smoking related disease? Scary thought isn't it? During the course of only one year - one Australian state recorded the removal of the following body parts due to smoking - related cancers and peripheral vascular diseases... More... More Related Information
	Arthritis Arthritis can affect people of all ages, from babies right through to the older generation and from all walks of life. Arthritis related problems are said to be one of the greatest causes of disability and handicap in Australia. More ...

	Wrinkles Wrinkles are natures way of telling us we are getting older and with today's rushed lifestyle, poorer eating habits and stress, our skin can be abused without us even knowing. The skin is a living, breathing organ which needs to be nourished. The skin is the part of our body that is continually exposed to all elements and is the most susceptible to damage. More ...
	Beating The Flu The "Flu" or Influenza is a nasty viral infection, often affecting many during Winter and Spring and can sometimes result in an epidemic. It is an acute, specific contagious viral respiratory disease. The virus enters the upper respiratory tract through the nose and mouth, where it may remain or spread. More...
	Head Lice Is Head Lice a mystery to you? Want to know what it is? How to prevent it? How to get rid of it? More ...

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