In a world of quick-fixes and a “one pill for every ill” approach to healthcare, it is no wonder that we are seeing a dramatic rise in chronic illnesses. The term “holistic health” is often bantered about but what does it really mean? Whether you are looking at naturopathic or homeopathic medicine, the approach is … Read more
Delia McCabe has compiled this highly informative breakdown about how your gut interacts with your brain. It also highlights how the probiotic revolution is severely lacking – both in the science and actions. After all, with around 100 trillion bacteria in our gut, how can a few strains rebalance what is out of whack? This … Read more
I have written about the importance of methylation in my book as well as in my blogs. Homocysteine is a by-product of protein metabolism and is usually checked for elevated levels, particularly due to its link to cardiovascular disease. However, today I’d like to share an excellent blog by Carolyn Ledowsky of MTHFR Support explaining … Read more
Senescence and ageing skin Research has identified the skin as a common site for the accumulation of senescent cells, a hallmark of ageing. Senescent cells are those that have ceased replication but continue living. Within the skin, they contribute to ageing further by damaging neighbouring cells, degrading the extracellular matrix and increasing tissue fibrosis. Conversely, … Read more
Do you have low iron levels? Iron levels won’t remain replete despite supplementation or even infusions? Lactoferrin may help. Article written by Laura Dwyer, BHSc (Naturopathy) published in ATMS Journal Vol 28 No 3 Anaemia – Iron Deficiency (ID) or Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) – is a global public health concern, predominantly afflicting adolescent girls, … Read more
Information courtesy of Deborah Freudenmann BHSc What are the symptoms of mould exposure? Mould enters our bodies through the respiratory tract as we breathe in the spores. While some people don’t notice any health changes when exposed to mould, others notice major impacts to their lung health, breathing capacity, and general wellness. Many also develop … Read more
The immune system is a complex defence network made up of three layers (Figure 1) – physical, chemical and mechanical. The first level of defence represents the physical or mechanical barriers which includes the skin, mucous membranes and cilia (which trap and prevent pathogen entry as found in respiratory and digestive tracts). Chemical barriers include … Read more
Learn more about how our modern lifestyles affect both fertility and the health of our children in my book, Conversations with my Daughter: How to Have a Healthy Baby. Order your paperback copy today from True Medicine or e-book from Balboa Press. Many couples eagerly look forward to the day when they can welcome a … Read more
Article courtesy of Deborah Freudenmann, BHSc(Nat) Candida Albicans is one of the common fungal yeasts occurring naturally in the body. It lives in harmony with a large variety of microorganisms and performs some critical functions. However, patients may develop symptoms when some lifestyle-linked environmental conditions disrupt the balance of the microbiota of the body. The … Read more
What do probiotics actually do? Are they necessary? Believe it or not but our bodies have an internal ecosystem that is non human. We are a host to trillions of bacteria! These bacteria are our life force and play an important role in our ability to function as a living being. Without bacteria we simply … Read more