Benefits of eating fruit

Date 29 September 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
I am sure even if we consume little amounts of fruit; we’re all probably familiar and know how healthy fruit is. Fruit is packed with antioxidants, nutrients as well as vitamins and minerals. Health Benefits of Fruit Fruit contains antioxidant properties that helps protect our cells against free radicals that…
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How stress affects our DNA

Date 12 September 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
It has long been documented that stress weakens the immune system and can make us ill. Now researchers think it has a major impact on our DNA. A study by Duke University Medical Centre in North Carolina, dated August 22 2011, conclude that stress stimulates the secretion of adrenaline, which…
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Acceptance of choices

Date 3 August 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
How many of us struggle because we don’t have the confidence to make a choice, we rely on another person’s opinion, or we ask that person first? Once we have the confidence to make a choice, we’re likely to respond in ways that will improve our ability to make our…
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The importance of change

Date 24 July 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
Change is something we shy away from because it seems daunting, even scary sometimes, but it is necessary. We must be open to change. Change is having the ability to move from one situation to another with relative ease. Change gives us a different perspective and allows us to embrace…
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Our need to declutter

Date 1 July 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
Having clutter isn’t always something we think about. How many of us buy more than we need? We don’t even have to use what we buy, we just store it. But when we take clutter away we begin to let go of more than just our possessions, emotionally and psychologically…
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About Manuka honey

Date 20 June 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
Honey has always been known for its amazing antibacterial properties and is a health food in its own right. It is becoming increasingly well known for its health benefits. Honey originates from New Zealand and is known as a mono-flower honey. It has many healing properties. Although Manuka honey ...
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Bladder problems

Date 15 June 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
It is not uncommon for those of us with Cerebral Palsy to have bladder problems, but it’s also not uncommon for others to have bladder problems either, particularly as they age. It is the kidney’s job to filter waste and water from the blood. The kidneys then excrete urine through…
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Healthy Barbecues

Date 13 June 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
How healthy is barbecued food? Always be mindful about barbecues and particularly coming into the summer months. Meats that are barbecued rather than grilled, can be carcinogenic. Try to avoid processed meats that can contribute to cancer; anything you eat that is processed can contribute to these health ...
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How to let go of the past

Date 12 June 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
To let go of the past, you need to deal with the things you’ve never come to terms with. It also includes the things you didn’t know you had a problem with, until it became obvious you had a problem. Anything or everything in your ...
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Why we should ask questions

Date 9 June 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
Children have a natural curiosity. They’re keen to learn, and understand, asking questions that will help them grow and function in their world. As adults, we’re not all good at asking questions, let alone how best to respond to them. When I was in school, children were mostly taught to…
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About Insomnia

Date 27 May 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
Insomnia is possibly something many of us deal with, including myself. So how do we know if we have insomnia and what are the problems associated with having it? We know we have it when we have difficulties getting to sleep, staying asleep or having enough quality sleep; despite having ample…
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Naturally intuitive

Date 15 May 2011
Author Ilana Estelle
Intuition is something we all have, but something we’re not always aware of. It can be used to help us successfully navigate our lives. Have you ever had that feeling when you know that something is right for you, even though you’re not sure why, or you instinctively get the…
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