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Are you getting up frequently at night to go to the toilet?Native African Herb, Pygeum may help relieve mild tomoderate symptoms of medically diagnosed BenignProstatic Hypertrophy (Enlarged Prostate)!Every year thousands of men are medically herb Pygeum. Pygeum may provide support food store and follow my dream in helping my diagnosed with Benign Prostatic for frequent night time urination, incomplete fellow Australians live healthy lives. I’ve always Hypertrophy (BPH), otherwise known as an emptying of your bladder, after-dribbling, weak had Grace’s support. She has been my rock! IEnlarged Prostate urinary flow and a hesitant, interrupted flow opened my health food store on the 1st November that’s associated with Medically Diagnosed 1982, on my 28th birthday. In 1995 I decided to Pygeum is an evergreen tree native to African Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH). Prostateforest regions. Pygeum may provide relief of mild EZE MAX also contains the herbs Saw create my own vitamin range.to moderate symptoms associated with Medically Palmetto, Epilobium and nutrientsDiagnosed Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH) Lycopene and Pumpkin Seed For over 20 years I’ve beensuch as : Oil. Because Prostate EZE MAX totally committed to developing contains a clinical dose of- Getting up frequently at night to go to the toilet Pygeum you only need to premium health formulas. My take one capsule a day. passionate team at Caruso’s- Trouble getting your urine stream to start work tirelessly researching The Frank Caruso Story and sourcing qualityThe prevalence of Benign Prostatic ingredients that go intoHypertrophy increases as men get older In 1979 I discovered the every Caruso’s product, benefits of natural living. I that’s why I’m happy to If you have been diagnosed with mild BPH, was so excited I couldn’t wait to stand behind my productsthe good new is Frank Caruso and his passionate tell all my friends and family. My with 100% money backteam have developed a quality, herbal formula darling wife Grace then sacrificedcalled Prostate EZE MAX for the mild to moderate having a home to call her own guarantee. Today I’m just assymptomatic relief of medically diagnosed so we could open a health excited about helping people liveBPH. Prostate EZE MAX contains herbal extracts healthier lives.equivalent to 15,000mg of the clinically trialed Caruso’s Prostate EZE MAX is available from the store where you picked up this magazine in pack sizes of 30, 60 & 90 tablets. For more information and nearest stockists, phone our qualified Naturopaths or Customer Service on 1300 304 480 or visit our website for more details. Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your Visit www.carusoshealth.com.au Healthcare Professional. If you have not had your symptoms diagnosed or if you experience an increase in symptoms, see a Healthcare Professional. carusoshealth carusosnaturalhealth Prostate EZE MAX is a registered trade mark of Caruso’s Natural Health. © 2016 Caruso’s Natural Health. Natural Health Crusader is published by Caruso’s Natural Health. Information presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace advice or treatment from Healthcare Professionals. Every care is taken to compile and check the content of the publication for accuracy, but the publisher, authors, their servants and agents are not responsible or liable for the continued currency of the information or for any publishing2 | Natural Health Crusader errors, omissions or inaccuracies, or for any consequences arising therefore. The inclusion or exclusion of any treatment in editorial does not imply the publisher advocates or rejects its use. CHC 71596-06/16

to followI qmuiytpmayssjioobn! by Frank CarusoIn 1979, I joined a local gym to lose weight and get fit. About 2 Created my own vitamin range weeks into my training the Gym owner George, pulled me aside andsaid“Frank, it’s great that you are training here to lose weight and get After a few years of working in the Health Food Store, I realised that therefit but if you don’t change your diet, you are not going to live a long weren’t many people in the industry that were as passionate as I was onhealthy life.” I said “George, what do you mean, I eat really well. ”George natural living. So in 1995, I decided to create my own vitamin range.said, “Look Frank, do yourself a favour and buy this book, read it and Iguarantee it will change your life”. I took the book home and read it from So the idea of starting the company was to originally bring out a smallcover to cover in just three days. George was right, the book changed range of internal cleansing programs that would support digestionmy life forever. I went from one day eating everything that my wife Grace and take a load off the digestive system, so theput in front of me to the next day not eating anything she cooked. body could focus on healing itself.Eat to live - Not live to eat That’s how I started.I was just so inspired by what I had learnt, that I wanted to educate asmany people as I could on the principles of natural health. I had never Since then, the range hasheard the saying “Prevention is better than cure”. I had never heardanyone say, “Eat to live”, where as I used to live to eat. I started purchasing expanded to over 100every book I could get my hands on about natural health, herbalmedicine, nutritional cooking, raw vegetable juices, internal cleansing, products. In March 2013,bowel health, organic gardening and anything relating to natural living.I couldn’t get enough! I couldn’t wait to tell all my friends and family, in I decided to change thefact that’s all I spoke about. brand name from Totally Natural Products to Caruso’s Natural Health. It’s my family Me, Grace and our 2 boys (1985) name and I’m the founder of the company. I just feltQuit my job to follow my passion! that it was appropriate to go out with a brand that was under the familyI said to my wife Grace “I really name because there is a good story to tell.would like to do this full time.” With my wife Grace (1982) Manufactured in AustraliaI thought, why don’t I open I’m also proud to tell you that all of my products (with the exception of 3up a Health Food Store. At thetime, that’s what made me the probiotics which are made in Denmark) are manufactured in Australia.happiest, talking to people aboutbowel health, and the principles I believe we have the best pharmacuticals manufacturing facilities in theof natural living. So that’s what world right here in Australia. I have always made it a priority to supportI did. I quit my job as a motor Australian manufacturers whenever possible. All of our cartons andmechanic and I opened the store labels are made and printed in Australia, all of our posters, Natural Healthon the 1st of November 1982, on Crusader magazine, Health Remedies Guide and product brochuresmy 28th birthday. are all printed in Australia. This helps to keep hundreds of our fellow Australians employed and as we grow, it will help to create hundreds ofTalking to customers is what made me happy more new jobs for Australians.From the very first day of opening the doors, I just couldn’t keep my Australian manufacturers, and service providers need our support moremouth shut. I just talked and talked and talked to every customer that than ever before. I strongley believe that if we all choose to buy productscame into my store. In fact I think I hold the longest record for talking to one that are manufactured in Australia, it will make our great country acustomer, in one period. She came into the store at 9 o’clock and she left at 5 nation that our children and grandchildren can all be proud of for manyo’clock in the afternoon. I’m not kidding - my wife is a witness to that. years to come.New house or open Health Food Store? Love my products like I do or your money back Today, I have a passionate team that are truly dedicated in sourcing theGrace worked at the store and we had two young children at the time best quality ingredients that go into our formulas. That’s why I’m happyand a mortgage. I guess thinking about it now we took a huge risk to stand behind my products with a 100% Money Back Guarantee.opening a new business. I said to Grace, “Do we build a house or do we The thing that still drives me today is the fact that I am still helpingopen a Health Food Australian’s live healthier lives.Store?” Grace had alwayswanted a new house. I am now in my 60’s and can honestly say, I feel more alert, more vibrantWe discussed it and she and have more energy today than I did 40 years ago. I’m a good examplesaid “Look it’s your that if you embrace the principles of natural health you can live a longpassion, let’s open the healthy and vibrant life. If you make time for good health you will alwaysHealth Food Store and have enough health for a good time!worry about the houselater.” I’ve always had Yours in vibrant health,Grace’s support, she hasbeen great.My First Health Food Shop (1982) Frank Caruso, Natural Health Crusader | 3 Founder of Caruso’s Natural Health

IN THE NEWSResearchers say walking for an houra day has major health benefits.- Sarah Wiedersehn AAPJUST one hour of brisk walking a day death associated with sitting for eightcould eliminate the harmful health hours a day was eliminated for peoplerisks of sitting on your toosh all day, a who did a minimum of one hour ofglobal study has found. physical activity per day.Researchers analysed the activity levels Those at greatest risk of prematureof one million people from Australia, the death were the people who sat for longUS and Western Europe in a bid to work periods of time and were inactive.out how many hours of daily physical The WHO guidelines only recommendactivity is required to offset prolonged that adults do at least 150 mins of physicalperiods of sitting. activity per week — which is much lowerThey classified the individuals, of an than the 60-75 minutes per day identifiedaverage age of 45, into four equally sized in this analysis.gwtapebahlwfcorhociorouedgehwoeItmoumttraihouveelprytepwepsrcla—feassbheoshrwarhiurretrstowoeaaatdlktaeucdnhshcwfcsprioeoottcssoehiaorfvmdrrtysedeahfismdatfso,oiaeihnnteecasunuwdogoaanatnfcalsstotedafldhheeiyyrrcptvuotehipvymhestaol.ioociinwfnanP6ul0lhkdty-eha7eeasc5syctadaitomvsirvdetmieitaonc.ytudaehatfeeiolcsynsriaeniannatwainhsnccoccoPPdeerrrrhtseko,resiyeaofvsdsesaamwiesic.nistdashaedoyloerrcbidasiihjneknusaaUcstrvocteeleifftrssicsvh.akoietnEfya’fktirecteleitNoSSctgusdshh-occfnobciiesihomsodaealeioppdnnsamroeeceksrwdleeeeuoftrnss,sdhtpooieeeetdojlfmatoewiuigratnbScossbpgshaiwesontaatffhhr—adetooytinnooesssssrr going for a run in the morning or cyclingThe authors of the report, published prolonged periods of time. to work.”in The Lancet, say this suggests physicalactivity is important no matter how many “We cannot stress enough the An hour of physical activity perhours a day are spent sitting. importance of getting exercise, whether day is recommended but if this is it’s getting out for a walk at lunchtime, unmanageable, some exercise each day In fact, the increased risk of premature is still beneficial, Prof Ekelund said. Reducing time spent sitting watching TV can also help. The study also found that more than three hours of this sedentary behaviour was associated with an increased risk of death from chronic disease in all activity groups, except the most active. Source: http://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/ fitness/exercise/the-only-exercise-you-need- to-stay-healthy/news-story/6a06839ebf- 181c3a50e7b175bbfd9e204 | Natural Health Crusader

Hcaovuersyeouofbaenetnibtiaoktiincsg?aAfter taking a course of antibiotics it may “And what about my immune system and The Frank Caruso Story be a good idea to take probiotics to give urinary tract?”your digestive system a healthy boost of Caruso’s ALIVE PROBIOTIC may also help In 1979 I discovered the benefits of naturalfriendly bacteria. support and maintain the health of your living. I was so excited I couldn’t wait to tell immune system. It may also help keep a all my friends and family. My darling wifeFormulated by our experienced balance of friendly intestinal bacteria in your Grace then sacrificed having a home to callresearchers each small capsule of gut and help support the health of your her own so we could open a health food storeCaruso’s ALIVE PROBIOTIC urinary tract. and follow my dream in helping my fellowcontains 25 billion live Australians live healthy lives. I’ve alwaysfriendly bacteria. Caruso’s “How many capsules do I need to take had Grace’s support. She has been my rock!ALIVE PROBIOTIC contains a day?” I opened my health food store on the 1sta blend of 3 important You only need to take one Caruso’s November 1982, on my 28th birthday. In 1995probiotic strains that ALIVE PROBIOTIC everyday. If you’ve I decided to create my own vitamin range.help to replenish been taking a course of antibiotics, For over 20 years I’ve been totally committedcrucial friendly bacteria a probiotic like Caruso’s ALIVE may to developing premium health formulas. Mythat may be out assist with maintaining normal, passionate team at Caruso’s work tirelesslyof balance in your healthy intestinal flora. researching and sourcing quality ingredientsintestine. that go into every Caruso’s product, that’s “Do I need to store it in the why I’m happy to stand behind my products“What about if I fridge?” with 100% money backsuffer from other No, Caruso’s ALIVE guarantee. Today I’m justdigestive health PROBIOTIC does not as excited about helpingconditions, will have to be stored in your people live healthier lives.taking a probiotic refrigerator and needs to be Yours in vibrant health,supplement help?” kept under 25°C, so it is idealIn addition to Caruso’s ALIVE PROBIOTIC Frank Carusorepopulating your intestines with friendly for travellers. Caruso’s ALIVEbacteria, the three high potency probioticSee PROBIOTIC is also suitable for vegetarians.strains may assist in the managementof Medically Diagnosed IBS, constipation, “Where can I buy Caruso’s ALIVEflatulence, bloating, stomach cramps, PROBIOTIC?”diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bad breath. Caruso’s ALIVE PROBIOTIC is available from theSo if you can relate to any of these health store where you picked up this magazine.conditions it may be worth giving Caruso’s For more information please see our websiteALIVE Probiotic a try. www.carusoshealth.com.au or call our qualified Naturopaths on 1300 304 480. pack for details “What about if I’m not happy with Caruso’s ALIVE PROBIOTIC?” My passionate team at Caruso’s work tirelessly researching and sourcing quality ingredients that go into every Caruso’s product, that’s why I’m happy to stand behind my products with 100% money back guarantee. The Goodies SHELF STABLE FRIDGE FREE ONE A DAY Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist see your Health Care Professional. © 2016 Caruso’s Natural Health CHC 71799-0816 Caruso’s ALIVE PROBIOTIC is a Trade Mark of Caruso’s Natural Health. © 2016 Visit www.carusoshealth.com.au carusoshealth carusosnaturalhealth Natural Health Crusader | 5

Help boost your children’s immune defencesNo artificial sweetener No artificial colours No artificial flavoursYour kids face a lot of immune • Help support the immune system That’s why I’m happy to stand behind Kids challenges. Whether it is sharing in children Probiotic Immune Booster with a 100%toys or equipment, touching Money Back Guarantee*.everything, putting their hands in their • Assist in the management of allergiesmouth or poor hygiene habits, germs Yours in Vibrant Health,can spread. Whether they go to daycare • Help maintain healthy digestiveor school, sometimes it can feel like kids function Frank Caruso.”pick up every bug going around. • Assist in the management of eczema Kids Probiotic Immune Booster isThe good news is Frank Caruso and available from the store where youhis team of passionate experts has Great tasting chewable strawberry picked up this magazine.developed a children’s probiotic tabletformula to help give their immune For more information, please call oursystem a boost to support them Each chewable Caruso’s Kids Probiotic qualified Naturopaths or Customerthrough these challenges. Immune Booster tablet contains 5 billion, Service Representatives on 1300 304 480. good, friendly bacteria. It’s a one a day,Probiotic support for your child’s dairy and lactose free chewable tablet Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptomsimmune system that kids love. Also, it’s fridge free so you persist see your Health Care Professional. © 2016 Caruso’s don’t need to store it in the fridge. Natural HealthCaruso’s Kids Probiotic Immune Booster Caruso’s Kids Probiotic Immune Booster is a Trade Mark ofhas been formulated to help support A personal message from founder Caruso’s Natural Health.your child’s immune system and enhance Frank Carusotheir general health and wellbeing. “As always I’m still closely involved in theIt is a multi action probiotic which may: development of my health formulas from conception to launch. From selecting the quality ingredients, reviewing the formulas and the educational material.Visit www.carusoshealth.com.au carusoshealth carusosnaturalhealth6 | Natural Health Crusader CHC71225-02/16

The Miracle of touch:When Two Hearts Become One The bond between you as a parent and your breathing and heartbeat; enhancebaby has many advantages to both the physical bonding between you; improve sleepand emotional well-being of your relationship for everybody; reduce crying and fussinesswith your children. We are still learning a lot in your baby; improve gut health and immunity;about how bonding can influence the develop- make you better able to read your baby’s uniquement of your baby, and how a strong attachment cues for hunger and distress; and cultivate a sense ofbetween parent and baby forms a basis for the security, emotional well-being and positive self-esteemfuture relationships that your kids will develop. in your baby. I found the experience not only relaxingBonding techniques such as “Skin to Skin” contact and nurturing to my children but also to myself. It slow, gliding strokes may be extremely beneficial forand infant and toddler massage have been shown infants and toddlers, providing them with a gentle formto foster a deep sense of emotional security in strengthened the bond I had with my kids, and also of massage which may also encourage in your child,your baby and children, ultimately influencing offered a little bit of time out for me. I felt relaxed andtheir social and cognitive development. calm, which I’m sure had positive effects on them too. peaceful and secure feelings which may help to promote a sound sleep. As your child grows older, massage to Touching is a very natural and unconscious way to As your baby moves from infancy to toddlerhood and more specific areas such as the hands, legs and feet mayexpress love and affection towards someone. It helps childhood, bonding be added to the longer,to form physical and emotional bonds that strengthen slower strokes to promoteand solidify feelings of safety and security as well as by touch can help “I folded myself against her relaxation further andacceptance and a positive self-esteem. to maintain and may help with growing“Binding your hearts together to beat as one!” further establish body, breathing in the smell pains and other niggles. feelings of security of my new life and matching Children’s attention spans From the time of birth, your babies have an innate and trust between can be limited so sessionsinstinct to“act like mammals”. They nuzzle around to find you. It will reinforce should not exceed aroundcomfort from things such as warmth, food and the sound the belief in your my heartbeat to hers” 15 minutes. Educatingof a heartbeat. This helps them to feel safe, stay calm and yourself about properbreathe more regularly and naturally. Mothers and fathers child that home is - Maggie Stiefvarteralike can nourish and encourage this fundamental andprimal sense of security by utilising a technique called a safe place where techniques is advised and“Skin to Skin”contact. This is a technique that has been they can always come back for protection and guidancefound to provide the most gains to bonding in early from you. you should be able to find plenty of information throughinfancy – even to the point of binding your hearts up to books, DVD’s and other resources. Your local hospital orbeat within a millisecond of each other! “Trusting, loving and nurturing relationship clinic may even be able to provide you with information between you and your child” about classes in your area. Skin to Skin contact occurs when your baby is placed “One of the strongest indicators of love in abare chest down onto your bare chest, and left for an hour As they make their way out into the world, your relationship is a tender and caring touch!”so at a time while you relax. This can be performed by children will find themselves exposed to stress. Whethermum or dad whilst you are feeding or cradling. Coverings it is from sources such as pre-school, or primary school, As your child grows older and starts to view the worldcan be placed over both of you but not between you. peer playtime or even at home, they will need some“It strengthened the bond I had with my kids “ downtime to help them to cope. Touch via massage may more independently of you, you may start to notice him or help to provide them with a sense that“all is alright” her pulling away from the more affectionate types of touch It is always fascinating to me how something that by reinforcing a secure, trusting, loving and nurturing they craved when they were younger. One of the strongestfeels so natural and instinctive as a mum, ends up being relationship between you and your child. Massage can be indicators of love in a relationship is a tender and caringsupported by science. As a mother I utilised Skin to Skin performed by mum or dad after a nice warm bath and a touch. So it is important to remember that the benefits ofcontact with my babies for the purposes of soothing, touch bonding may still be maintained by the odd rub orbonding, facilitating feeding and helping my baby’s snuggle with a book. squeeze to the shoulder, running your fingers through youroverall growth and development both physically and Oils and lotions may be used to enhance the effects child’s hair or a quick kiss on the forehead.These simpleemotionally. Interestingly, it has now also been shown in caresses may go unnoticed by your child, but will stillstudies to keep your baby warmer; regulate your baby’s of the massage. Coconut or almond oil will provide a reinforce your presence to them, maintaining a secure heart moisturising base to help reduce friction to the skin during felt bond which will further promote feelings of security, the massage. Adding an essential oil may also provide independence, and positive self-esteem in your child. relaxing or stress relieving benefits, but should only be done after receiving advice from a Healthcare Practitioner Fiona Wing. or Aromatherapist. Ad. Dip. Nat and Dip Nut. Different forms of massage may provide different feelings of relaxation or stress release for your child. Long, Natural Health Crusader | 7

Help support your child’s eyes sCoounrtcaeinosfnOamtuergaal 3NEW Caruso’s Kids Blue Light Eye Protect containing Lutemax2020!Caruso’s Kids Blue Light Eye Protect contains If your child is using a device on a Caruso's Kids Blue Light Eye Protect is availableLutein and Zeaxanthin which provides regular basis it is a good idea to limit from the store where you picked up this magazine.antioxidant protection to the eye by helping time spent on their computer or smart For more information on Caruso’s Blue Light Eyeto absorb blue light. It also contains a phone, encourage some “outside time” Protect please call our qualified Naturopaths ornatural source of Omega 3 DHA. and provide a nutritious diet with lots Customer Service Representatives on 1300 304 480 of fruit and vegetables. It is ideal to get or visit www.carusoshealth.com.au.DHA plays an essential role in the adequate intakes from the diet, howeverdevelopment of your child’s brain, nervous supplementation with Kids Blue Light Eyesystem and vision while Lutein and Protect may help to ensure they are gettingZeaxanthin may help with eye strain and what they need to help their eyes.help filter blue light. Visit www.carusoshealth.com.au carusoshealth carusosnaturalhealth8 | Natural Health Crusader Always read the label and use only as directed. CHC71862-0816 If symptoms persist see your Healthcare Professional. © 2016

KeepYour PetsFlea FreeThis SummerSummer is coming, and if you’re Flea Sprays Flea Away Wads a pet owner, you will know that means flea season will soon be 1. Vinegar spray – Use 3 cups of water You will need a few large cottonupon us. to 1 cup of apple cider vinegar. Put into a handkerchiefs folded up into 7cm X spray bottle and use as needed. You can 7cm squares. Place a slice of lemon peel Fleas are small brown insects that also add 2-3 drops of lavender or cedar into one of the folds and apply 2 – 3infest the coats of our pets. They have a essential oils. These oils have traditionally drops each of lavender and cedarwoodremarkable ability to jump – sometimes been used as natural flea and tick essential oils. Place the wads around thejumping up to 150 times their own repellents. home, particularly in areas where yourlength! pets like to spend time (eg: in the kennel, 2. Lemon spray – Thinly slice 3 large in the cat bed etc). Change the lemon Common signs that may indicate your lemons keeping the skin on. Place them peel regularly and reapply the essentialpet has fleas include scratching and into a saucepan containing 475ml of oils each week to keep the aromas freshirritability. You may also be able see the water and bring to the boil. Cool down and active.fleas or flea dirt (little black specs that look and let it stand overnight. Pour mixturelike ground black pepper) on your pets. into a spray bottle and use whenever Other things to consider include necessary. washing any pet bedding regularly in The good news is that there is a NB: The mixtures in the flea sprays can hot water (always wash separately). Yourange of homemade natural flea control also be used to soak pet brushes before can also add a splash of white vinegarmethods that you can try. The natural grooming. and a few drops of cedarwood, lemoningredients used do not necessarily kill Avoid contact with your pet’s eyes and/or or lavender essential oils to the wash.the fleas, but rather, it will make your open wounds. Keep floors and other areas your petspet a very uncomfortable place for fleas like to spend time in clean (keep carpets,to live on. Fleas find the scents of some Funky Flea Collar cushions, blankets and rugs vacuumednatural substances very unappealing and wash them regularly).and will move on if the environment isn’t Add 3-5 drops of lavender or cedarright. What’s more, you probably already essential oil to 3 tablespoons of water With a little regular care you canhave most of these ingredients in your and mix. With an eye dropper or syringe, naturally help keep your pets happy,cupboard, making them a cheaper and carefully drip the mixture over a cotton healthy and flea free this summer.more convenient option than chemical bandanna, rubbing the bandanna againsttreatments too. Each type of remedy has itself as you go. Roll the bandanna up Fiona Wing.its own benefits, but the key is to use an and tie it gently around your dog’s neck. Ad. Dip. Nat and Dip Nut.array of natural methods to keep your pet Bandannas should be cleaned andflea free effectively. retreated each week. Natural Health Crusader | 9

IN THE MEDIAuHnahlfeoafl‘tnhayt:urreaplo’ frotodsAugust 10, 2016 News Matthew McDonaldAustralians are being urged to found to be unhealthy and should not “Also consider doing your food be wary of foods which claim to regularly be part of a healthy diet. shopping at greengrocers, markets, be ‘natural’ with new research butchers and fish mongers, where youshowing that almost 5 in 10 ‘natural’ “We found that ‘natural’ is most are more likely to be presented with lessproducts are high in saturated fat, commonly used on products like snack processed, healthier options.”sugar and/or salt. bars, muesli bars, chips, lollies, crackers and biscuits located in the snack food Which types of food and drink products LiveLighter analysed the nutritional aisles of the supermarket,” Ms McAleese carried natural claims?quality of 331 supermarket foods with said. • 47 per cent of natural claims werethe words ‘natural’ or ‘nature’ on thepackaging and found that 154 (47%) “Unfortunately, the majority of these found on discretionary foods (foodswere not a core part of a healthy diet, as items are high in saturated fat, sugar high in saturated fat, salt and/or addedrecommended by the Australian Guide and/or salt and should not be eaten on sugar) – including snack bars andto Healthy Eating. a regular basis.” muesli bars, chips, crackers, biscuits and lollies. Despite this, more than three in five Heart Foundation Victoria Healthy • 21 per cent were found on dairyAustralian adults said they were more Living Manager Roni Beauchamp said products – including yoghurt, milk andlikely to buy food or drinks described as if you’re looking for a snack that is truly cheese.‘natural’ . natural and good for you, steer clear of • 16 per cent were on meat and alternatives – including fish, eggs, nuts LiveLighter Victoria Campaign “Unfortunately, the majority and legumes.Manager and Accredited Practicing of these items are high in • 10 per cent were on grain foods –Dietitian Alison McAleese warned that saturated fat, sugar and/or salt including breakfast cereals, quinoa andnatural doesn’t always equal healthy. and should not be eaten on a bread. regular basis.” • 5 per cent were on fruit. “Just because something says it’s • 2 per cent were on water.natural, doesn’t mean it’s good for you,” • 1 per cent were on vegetables –Ms McAleese said. including legumes and beans. “The word natural can be very hard to the products in the snack aisles entirely. https://foodmag.com.au/half-of-define and in Australia there are no clear “Stick to the outer aisles of the natural-foods-unhealthy-report/guidelines for its use on food and drinkproducts, leaving manufacturers free to supermarket where you’ll find anuse the word in a way consumers might abundance of nutritious foods to snacknot expect.” on, like seasonal fruit, vegetables like celery and carrots which you can cut Of the 97 ‘natural’ foods found in the up and enjoy with hummus or ricottasnack food aisles, almost 9 in 10 were cheese and reduced-fat plain or Greek yoghurt,” Ms Beauchamp said.10 | Natural Health Crusader

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TBHENE HEFEIATLSTOHFACUPUNCTUREEver wondered what drug-free pain relief looks like? Well take a look at Acupuncture.Acupuncture is a key component of What we do know exists is a document that looking into it further with about one fifth of GP’sTraditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and the records an organised system of diagnosing and in Australia going on to do post-graduate trainingtheory is that an energy force called “qi” flows treating called The Yellow Emperor’s Classic of in acupuncture. A randomised controlled trialthrough the body along an energy network Internal Medicine. This is the first ever written using acupuncture in three Melbourne hospitals(or conduit) called meridians regulating record of acupuncture and dates back to 100 BCE. to alleviate pain from acute migraines, back painthe functions of the body. Disharmony in In today’s modern life we are in a constant and ankle sprain is now underway. If the resultsthe body is thought to be brought about by state of “busy-ness” and quick fixes are the from this trial are positive, then it will certainlyblockages or disruption to the flow of “qi” easiest way of dealing with common ailments open the way for more acceptance and use ofthrough the body. Acupuncture corrects the like stress, headaches, back pain or lack of acupuncture in other Australian hospitals.flow of “qi” in the body by stimulating specific sleep. Like all quick fixes they are only band aid But the idea of needles has scared you off? Okpoints along the meridians of the body. This solutions and over time these common ailments you may feel a slight pinch initially or a tinglingis done by inserting fine metal needles along may become persistent. Then when problems as the needle takes effect but if you’re sufferingthe skin restoring harmony and balance become unfixable what options do we have? aches and pains on a daily basis, then the slightwithin an individual. Acupuncture! Just about everybody is pinch of a hair-thin needle is a small priceDid you know that in ancient China it was doing it or knows someone who has done to pay for relief from those aches and pains.forbidden to dissect a body and the subject it and if you’re not doing it you’ve probably And it has such lovely side-effects too, like aof anatomy didn’t exist? This meant that their wondered about it. If you’re thinking, “What’s good night’s sleep. You have to take the rightknowledge of health and disease came from acupuncture good for?” The short answer is dose for it to work. If the issue you’re seekingobserving living subjects. ‘’anything you may need help with”. acupuncture for has been bothering you forIt’s generally agreed that Acupuncture some time, then more than likely you will needoriginated back in ancient China but how it If drug-free pain relief is to have more than one treatment. Acupunctureevolved exactly is uncertain. Chinese history something you’ve been works cumulatively, this means that with eachmentions that in the time of the Emperor looking for then give treatment the effect gets better.Shennong, Han Chinese doctors observed that So, if drug-free pain relief is something you’vesoldiers wounded in battle by arrows would acupuncture a try. been looking for then give acupuncture a try.be cured of their chronic complaints without For more information or finding a practitionerhaving ever being treated with anything. Acupuncture can work wonders for: visit the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese • Back, neck and shoulder pain medicine Association LTD16 | Natural Health Crusader • Headaches website: www.acupuncture.org.au • Alleviating digestive problems Elisa Byrne • Problems with sleep BSc. Dip Bot Med. • Skin conditions like eczema • Menstrual irregularities D ID YOU KNOW... that in ancient Acupuncture is gaining acceptance across the wider China it was forbidden to dissect a medical community as more and more people are body and the subject of anatomy experiencing the positive benefits. Many physicians didn’t exist? This meant that their in Australia having seen the positive benefits their patients are getting from acupuncture for knowledge of health and disease came pain relief, and are taking their own initiative and from observing living subjects.

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Chemical Free Cleaning: anSdafyeorufroframyoiulyTwo or three easy to find household But what about that The Magic of Bicarbonate of Sodaproducts may be all you need for most of vinegar aroma?your cleaning. It is not really necessary Sprinkle it onto have a different cleaning product for This will dissipate when dry and theevery possible dirty or smelly problem. essential oils will help mask it during To clean surfaces (also inside the fridgeHomemade cleaning products can be use. Opening windows and using a and children’s toys) - sprinkle bicarbmade to be non-toxic for both you fan will speed up the drying process. soda on damp cloth, wipe and then wipeand the environment; they also help Eucalyptus oil can be used instead of again with rinsed cloth.to reduce the environmental impact lemon oil; this is especially suited to Reduce odours – pour in an openof packaging waste while saving cleaning the bathroom and laundry container and place in cupboards andmoney! Best of all… the ingredients fridge. Sprinkle in bottom of bins, shoes,needed are probably already in your Other Vinegary Ideas… cloth nappy bucket and laundry basket.cupboard! Pets – sprinkle in kitty litter trays Tiled floors – 1 part Vinegar and 2 parts (you’ll know if you’ve added too muchNon-Toxic Cleaning water in a bucket, 10 drops eucalyptus when you see their little white footprintsIngredient List: essential oil (not for wooden floors). coming out from it). And to take the Toilet cleaner – ¼ cup of vinegar and 10 edge off that ‘wet dog’ odour – use as aVinegar – just plain white will do the drops of tea tree oil in and around the dry shampoo, sprinkle on their coat andtrick. Do not use vinegar on marble, bowl, leave for 15 minutes then add a comb through.granite or stone. little elbow grease. Carpet – Sprinkle bicarb soda on carpet,Sodium bicarbonate – also known Washing machine – by running clean ¼ leave for 15 minutes and vacuum up.as bicarbonate of soda, bicarb soda, cup vinegar through a short cycle. Burnt food stuck to pots & pans –baking soda. (Not baking powder, this sprinkle on, add hot water and soak.is a combination of sodium bicarbonate Simmering this for 10 – 20 minutes willand cream of tartar). help remove the most stubborn.Essential Oils – lemon, eucalyptus, Laundry – Reduce usual amount oftea tree, lavender laundry detergent and top up with bicarb soda.Do It Yourself SpringCleaning Recipe Paste it onSparkly Clean Spray Make a paste by mixing 2 parts bicarb(Not for marble, granite or stone surfaces) soda to 1 part water.• ¼ cup vinegar • Use as a grout cleaner and to remove• ¾ cup water• 5 drops lemon essential oil grime from most surfaces.• Spray bottle • Use paste on stains prior to washing,Mix together all ingredients in the spraybottle and shake well before use. leave for 1 to 2 hours.Spray on surface and wipe with damp • paste on the surface of the oven wallscloth. This can be used as an all-purposespray, great also for windows and and leave for a few hours. Scrape offmirrors. and wipe clean with a damp cloth. Environmentally friendly cleaning products are becoming more widely available also, allowing an easy transition to a chemical free home. Happy spring cleaning! Leah Cachia BHSc Nat. Natural Health Crusader | 19

SaladIngredients Preperation Arrange the salad leaves into• 4 handfuls mixed leafy greens (cos, butter lettuce, iceberg, rocket, spin- serving bowls. ach, micro greens etc) Add the pears, avocado quarters• 1 avocado, quartered and sprinkle over the seeds, flaxseed,• 1 Sliced Pear walnuts and pomegranate.• 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds• 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds Combine dressing ingredients• 2 tablespoons of the jewels from 1 and drizzle over the top of the salad before serving. pomegranate Serves 2• 2 teaspoons ground flax seed (lin- Notes seed) or LSA • Enhance digestion by using dress-• 1 handful of walnuts ing of lemon juice, minced gingerDressing and papaya• 4 tablespoons cold pressed olive oil• 2 tablespoons balsamic or lemon • For extra protein serve with steamed white fish or organic egg. juiceRAINBOW ICE BLOCKS PreparationPrep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 2.5 hours 1. Blend strawberries until smooth. Add to ice block mould, and let set in freezer for 15 minutes. AddThese rainbow ice blocks will be a hit when you lick them sticks and let freeze completely (minimum 1 hour).on a hot summer day. Cool off with a refreshingly healthyfrozen treat. Build this rainbow layered ice block, one layer 2. Blend yellow layer and add on top of red layer. Letat a time and spread over the day with the help of your freeze.kids. The final result is worth the effort. Makes 8 ice blocks 3. Repeat with green layer. 4. For a bit more colour and add purple layer on top.IngredientsRED Layer• 1 cup frozen or fresh strawberries (could also use raspberries or watermelon)YELLOW Layer• 1 cup frozen or fresh mango (could also use pineapple)GREEN Layer• 1 cup of Kiwi fruitOptional PURPLE layer• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries20 | Natural Health Crusader

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ToxinCoForkeieng:Detoxing Your KitchenMost people are familiar with hearing about the safety concernsaround using aluminium cookware and have taken steps toreplace their aluminium pots and pans. But what about the non-stick frypans and bakeware we use? And all the plastic containerswe use to store food and drink, are they really safe to use?Non-stick surfaces What is known about plastics is • Do not allow babies or young childrenThat helpful non-stick surface may that two commonly used chemicals, to chew on plasticsnot really be that helpful for your bisphenol-A (BPA) and phthalateshealth, particularly when used at high have demonstrated in studies to have a • Reconsider the automatic coffeetemperatures. It has been reported that negative impact on health. BPA is used machines that use plastic andat very high temperatures the non-stick to make polycarbonate, a hard, clear aluminium pods.coating may begin to release toxic fumes plastic and phthalates are used to softeninto the air and into our food! Cheap plastics. These two chemicals are often • Limit canned food usage, fresh is best!lightweight pans have the ability to reach found in our plastic storage containers Safe Alternativeshigh temperatures very fast and so does and plastic drink bottles and may have • Glass and ceramic containers foran empty pan. the ability to migrate into our food andNon-stick Tips drink. BPA is also found in the lining heating food and storage• Avoid preheating an empty pan of canned foods to prevent corrosion • Stainless steel or glass drink bottles• Cook at medium temperatures and food contamination. It is not • Stainless steel hot food flasks – great• Never sear in a non-stick pan practical to avoid chemicals totally so it• Use heavier weighted pans is recommended to focus on those that for work• Avoid chipping the coating may come into contact with your food • Café style coffee machine or a coffee• Replace pans if chipping occurs on or mouth. Plastic Tips plunger/French press the coating • Choose BPA free where possible• Do not use chipped pans • Avoid microwaving food or drinks in You don’t need to replace everything at• Ventilate the kitchen once, nor be overwhelmed and not cookSafer Alternatives plastic containers, even if claimed as at all! By just replacing one item at a time• Stainless steel pans ‘microwave safe’ when you are able to will help the move• Cast iron skillet • Wait until liquids have cooled before towards a safer and healthier kitchen.• Stoneware putting in plastic containers Increasing your body’s own natural• Ceramic bakeware • Discard old or scratched containers ability to process and remove toxins are• Glass bakeware • Hand wash plastics if possible, also important factors to consider whenNot So Fantastic Plastic otherwise wash on the top rack in wanting to decrease toxins in your life.There is still so much that is unknown dishwasher only to reduce wear and tear Supporting your liver with herbs such asabout the chemicals used in plastics • Cover food in the microwave with a Milk Thistle and increasing antioxidantsand their potential impact on health, paper towel instead of plastic wrap may be very beneficial when workingand they are continually changing. • Never reuse single-use plastic towards this goal. containers, e.g. water bottles and take And remember to eat a rainbow! 22 | Natural Health Crusader away food containers Leah Cachia BHSc Nat.

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