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Allergies: The effect of pollution
Chest 23 Aug 2007

Allergies: The effect of pollution

Since the beginning of industrialisation, pollution has become an increasing environmental problem. In Western countries, the amount of pollution has been continuously increasing. What is…
Arthritis and Physical Activity
Bone 21 Aug 2007

Arthritis and Physical Activity

Exericse is good for people with arthritis. It increases bone and muscle strength, stimulates weight loss and reduces arthritic joint pain.
Increase of Allergies in Western Society
Bowel 06 Aug 2007

Increase of Allergies in Western Society

Since the 1960s there has been a progressive increase in the incidence of allergic disease in Western countries. Even though the processes involved with allergic…
Advice About Aerobic Exercise
Children's Health 06 Aug 2007

Advice About Aerobic Exercise

Aerobic exercise for as little as 30 minutes a day improves health and life expectancy. Having a daily workout routine, including stretching, can help.
Bullying and Obesity in Children
Children's health 26 Jun 2007

Bullying and Obesity in Children

Childhood obesity is an increasing problem in Australia. Studies suggest that three times as many children are overweight or obese now than 30 years ago.…
Glycaemic Index (GI)
Children's health 14 Jun 2007

Glycaemic Index (GI)

The glycaemic index (GI) is obtained by measuring the effect that a carbohydrate containing food has on blood sugar levels, compared to the effect of…
Food Packaging and Labels: Guide to Making Healthy Food Choices
Children's health 17 May 2007

Food Packaging and Labels: Guide to Making Healthy Food Choices

Many consumers pick foods depending on the attraction and temptation of the label on the front of the food packaging, but to become educated consumers,…
Role of Homocysteine in Cardiovascular Disease
Blood 04 May 2007

Role of Homocysteine in Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular disease encompassing diseases involving the heart or blood vessel is currently the leading cause of death in Australian adults. It is primarily caused by…
Dental health for babies and young children
Children's health 02 May 2007

Dental health for babies and young children

It is very important that children's primary teeth be looked after. Dental hygiene is important for preventing tooth decay, and shoud begin at birth.