Immune response or Chemical reaction? In Australia, Food allergy occurs in about 2 in 100 adults (2%); compared to 10% in children. Allergy is the immune systems abnormal reaction to harmless food components; primarily protein’s. The IgE Antibodies produced in response to these protein trigger symptoms such as swelling of the mouth, vomiting, breathing difficulty,

The busy western lifestyle in conjunction with a high demand for convenience foods has resulted in a highly processed food culture and our salt adapted pallets. Sodium’s mechanisms in the human body: Cell membrane maintenance Active transport of molecules across cell membrane Muscle contraction pH balance Sodium like other minerals is essential for normal bodily

It is not necessarily how much we are eating but more or less what we are eating that is doing us harm. Healthy eating should not be a constant battle, isn’t it about time you established a healthy relationship with food? Get back to the basics, eat more raw foods and cut out the processed

Participation and Engagement are different in many ways. It is important to know these differences so employees can drive success into your corporate wellness program and to maintain a healthy workplace environment. Participation in an organisation can involve decision making, team work and goal setting. Corporations often attempt to foster their employee’s commitment to their

Volunteering can help protect the mental and physical health of your employees, as well as increase the productivity and motivation of workers within your organisation. As Ariana Huffington from The Huffington Post mentions in her 2014 published book Thrive – The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Happier Life, the effects of ‘giving’

Christmas is just around the corner! For many, this holiday is a time of celebration; visiting family and friends, or simply enjoying the festivities of it all. It is also a great opportunity for many to commit to some fun outdoor activities we don’t often have time for during our demanding schedules. However, we sometimes

There are very few Australians in the workplace that have been untouched by stress or mental illness. One in seven Australians have experienced depressive symptoms in their lifetime, with half alluding to job related issues as the cause of excessive stress. However, there are many ways in which you can reduce stress, including making better

Why do men in the workplace struggle with the idea of applying lip balm on their lips? We suppose it’s because of a social stigma – men who use lip balm are trying to get in touch with their feminine side. But chapped, dried and unprotected lips shouldn’t discriminate! Applying SPF lip balm on a

Visiting the Northwest to facilitate Skin Cancer Screening clinics at remote locations are two of our lovely “Spotty Angels” Audrey and Mary. The girls made a lovely addition to the beautiful backdrop of the Pilbara (and yes, they were wearing their sun protection). Our screeners travel far and wide to bring their amazing skills to