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Lupus, also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a chronic autoimmune disease affecting many systems of the body. It is a disorder where the immune system produces immune proteins (antibodies) that mistakenly target certain body tissue and organs causing inflammation and damage. Areas most affected include skin, joints, heart, lungs, kidneys, brain and the circulatory system.

Asthma, allergies, respiratory complaints and chronic fatigue are some health concerns which are associated with mould.

Nitric oxide is a molecule produced by virtually every type of cell in the body. It is responsible for many important body processes such as - blood pressure reduction, circulation of nutrients and oxygen and healthy reproduction. It is also associated with improved exercise performance in athletes.

Honey is a delicious, nutritious food to eat and some honey varieties, such as Manuka honey, offer many health benefits. Antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, enhanced wound healing and tissue regeneration capacity are some of its medicinal actions.

Alzheimer’s Disease and other age-related dementias are common forms of brain dysfunction, known as diffuse brain dysfunction, and are often considered an inevitable part of aging.  Could they be delayed or even prevented?  The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that up to 40% of dementia cases could. Many of the lifestyle and dietary factors related to chronic illnesses may also be influencing the development of dementias.

Medications for weight reduction can be very effective for short-term weight loss, however they are not designed for continued use. For any healthy, long-term weight loss to be maintained, addressing the reason for weight gain, modifying the diet, making changes to lifestyle and embracing a healthy attitude is imperative. These changes can be adopted at the beginning of the weight loss journey and continued and improved on for the rest of life. 

The pelvic floor is a structure of muscles and ligaments which play an important role in supporting the organs of the pelvic cavity. Dysfunction of the pelvic floor can result in symptoms such as pelvic organ prolapses, chronic pain, incontinence of bladder or bowel and sexual function disorders.

Foods will not prevent disease, however, vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrates and fats obtained from foods such as lean meats, whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes, fruits and vegetables offer nutrition which can help support the immune system and its ability to fight pathogenic infection. 

Impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction, can be related to some serious health issues but it may also be due to some modifiable lifestyle causes such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, stress and lack of exercise. Whilst the serious causes of impotence should be explored through a health check-up by a physician, modifiable causes can easily be addressed by making some dietary and lifestyle changes. The results of which can show and improvement in sexual function and overall health.

The microbiota of obese individual has been shown to have a reduced diversity and composition of gut microbiota, differing from that of lean individuals.The gut microbiota is a living environment which plays an important role in the immune system, as a modulator of energy balance (homeostasis) and deposition of fat.