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Ageing

Age, different stages of life and challenges mean our bodies are ever changing. Here we explore particular health concerns related to ageing.

“Aging is not lost youth but a new stage of opportunity and strength.” – Betty Friedan

Ageing
What has caused the rise of neurodegeneration and what can we do

What has caused the rise of neurodegeneration and what can we do?

This article explores factors contributing to the development of neurodegenerative disease and lifestyle and herbal approaches to mitigate risk and limit progression.

Social prescription: Loneliness and the elderly

Social prescription: Loneliness and the elderly

Connecting with other people is fundamental for wellbeing. Sadly this is something the elderly often lack, social prescribing is one way this problem can be...

Growing flowers with healing powers: Easy to grow plants for the elderly

Growing flowers with healing powers: Easy to grow plants for the elderly

We share plants that are great for the elderly to grow, as well as top tips.

Turmeric latte (Curcuma longa)

The Chinese herbal medicine approach to inflammation: Solving the “Turmeric Paradox”

Alex Jacobs explores how Chinese Herbal Medicine can help to treat a range of inflammation symptoms.

An Ayurvedic perspective on arthritis

An Ayurvedic perspective on arthritis

The seasonal change that takes place moving from the heat of summer to the coolness of Autumn can aggravate chronic conditions such as arthritis.

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