Prima Health – Issue 5 Natural Health 2026

Summary

Prima Health Issue 5 — "Natural Health: Feel Better Every Day" — is an A-to-Z reference guide of healing foods and simple remedies covering 60-plus ailments from acid reflux to zzzs. The issue number 5 and year 2026 are absent from the cover, appearing only in the filename. Alyssa Jung writes the opening feature "Good food, better health" (p.6), and a 7-section A-Z runs from page 10 through page 88, spanning allergies, arthritis, colds, eczema, fatigue, headaches, insomnia, menopause, stress and urinary tract infections.

The A-Z master chart is the issue's core: entries include aloe vera for burns, chamomile for anxiety, coconut oil for skin, eucalyptus for congestion, lavender for sleep, mint for nausea, pumpkin seeds for PMS, rosemary for memory, thyme for coughs, and valerian for insomnia. The closing features cover "small changes that make a big difference" (p.90), "natural high" sensory planting for mood (p.92), and 10 ways to fight fatigue (p.96). Jamie Oliver contributes BBQ recipes as a cover line, though the editorial content is A-Z focused.

Content Guide

▸ Opening Feature

p.6 · Good Food, Better Health
By Alyssa Jung, with registered dietitian Laura Lu. The article establishes the principle that food is the foundation of natural health, highlighting 10 kitchen staples that serve as both ingredients and remedies: ginger, turmeric, garlic, honey, lemon, apple cider vinegar, cinnamon, oats, green tea and olive oil.

▸ A-Z of Natural Health

p.10 · A-C: Acid Reflux to Cuts
Covers acid reflux (avoid lying down after meals, chew fennel seeds), acne (tea tree oil spot treatment), allergies (local honey and quercetin-rich foods), aloe vera (sunburn gel, fresh leaf application), anxiety (chamomile tea, magnesium), arthritis (turmeric and ginger anti-inflammatory protocol), athlete's foot (tea tree oil diluted in coconut oil), back pain (gentle cat-cow stretch, Epsom salt bath), basil (adaptogenic properties), bruises (arnica cream), burns (cool water for 10 minutes, then aloe).

p.38 · D-G: Diarrhoea to Grapefruit
Covers diarrhoea (BRAT diet: banana, rice, applesauce, toast), dry eyes (omega-3 supplementation), earache (warm olive oil drops, garlic oil), eczema (coconut oil moisturising, colloidal oatmeal baths), eucalyptus (steam inhalation for congestion), fatigue (B-vitamin-rich foods, limiting caffeine after 2pm), fever (hydrate with electrolyte-rich fluids), gassiness (peppermint tea, fennel seeds), grapefruit (vitamin C boost).

p.50 · H-L: Hair Loss to Lavender
Hair loss (saw palmetto, biotin-rich foods), hangover (electrolyte rehydration, ginger tea), headaches (peppermint oil temples, magnesium glycinate), heartburn (slippery elm, avoid trigger foods), Himalayan salt (mineral content vs table salt), hives (cold compress, antihistamine foods), hot flashes (sage tea, flaxseed), incontinence (pelvic floor exercises, avoid bladder irritants), insect bites (calamine lotion, basil leaf rub), insomnia (valerian root, lavender oil, sleep hygiene), juicing (vegetable-forward blends), knee pain (glucosamine, quad strengthening), lavender (essential oil for sleep and anxiety).

p.64 · M-P: Menopause to Pumpkin Seeds
Menopause (sage, flaxseed, soy isoflavones), mint (nausea relief, IBS management), muscle sprains (RICE protocol: rest, ice, compression, elevation), nausea (ginger chews, peppermint, acupressure at P6 point), olive oil (anti-inflammatory polyphenols, extra-virgin standard), PMS (calcium, magnesium, B6, evening primrose oil), pumpkin seeds (zinc for immune function, magnesium for sleep).

p.74 · R-T: Quinoa to Toothaches
Quinoa (complete protein for plant-based eaters), rashes (calendula cream, cool compresses), rosemary (memory and concentration, rosemary oil in a diffuser), rose water (gentle skin toner), Seasonal Affective Disorder (light therapy, vitamin D, outdoor exposure), sinusitis (saline rinse, steam with eucalyptus), stress (adaptogenic herbs, ashwagandha, breathwork), sunburn (aloe vera, cool compress, hydration), thyme (antiseptic, gargle for sore throats), toothaches (clove oil for temporary relief).

p.86 · U-Z: UTIs to Zzzs
Urinary tract infections (cranberry extract, D-mannose, increased water intake), valerian (root for sleep, standardised extract dose), walnuts (omega-3 content, brain health), watercress (iron and vitamin K density), xigua/watermelon (hydration, lycopene), yogurt (probiotics for gut and vaginal health), zzzs (sleep hygiene checklist: dark room, cool temperature, no screens 60 minutes before bed).

▸ Closing Features

p.90 · The Small Changes That Make a Big Difference
10 incremental moves: swap one coffee for green tea, add 2,000 steps daily, eat one extra portion of vegetables at dinner, drink 250ml more water, stand for 5 minutes every hour, replace one processed snack with nuts, take 5 deep breaths before each meal.

p.92 · Natural High: Sensory Planting
Heady scents, vibrant colours and sensory planting to calm thoughts and energise mood. Specific plants recommended: lavender (calming), rosemary (focus), jasmine (mood elevation), mint (invigoration), and chamomile (relaxation). Growing tips for windowsill gardeners.

p.96 · Energy Boost: 10 Ways to Fight Fatigue
Actions include: morning sunlight for 10 minutes within 30 minutes of waking, protein-rich breakfast (>25g), a 5-minute movement break every 90 minutes, iron-rich plant foods paired with vitamin C, and a consistent bedtime within the same 30-minute window.

Editor's Take

Issue 5 is a genuinely useful reference that earns its "Natural Health" subtitle. The A-Z format makes it browsable rather than a cover-to-cover read, but the density of actionable remedies is high. Alyssa Jung's opening piece sets the right tone. The sensory-planting feature is a surprising highlight. Weakness: the absence of issue number and year on the cover is a cataloguing problem. The Jamie Oliver BBQ recipes promised on the cover are barely present in the editorial content. Best for readers who want a kitchen-counter reference for common ailments; skip if you want narrative features.

Strengths
• A-Z format is genuinely browsable and reference-ready
• Every entry includes a specific, actionable remedy
• Closing features add practical value beyond the A-Z

Weaknesses
• Issue number and year absent from cover
• Jamie Oliver cover line over-promises editorial presence

Verdict: Recommended — The A-Z structure is a smart format for natural health; a reliable kitchen reference despite the cover dating gap.