Mulled Wine is on my must-have holiday cocktail recipe list or a winter time treat! I was first introduced to this festive drink at a Christmas market in Germany, and it’s a recipe I look forward to making every year. INGREDIENTS 1 bottle red wine 1 orange, sliced into rounds 6 whole cloves 3 cinnamon […]

Facial and chest blushing may be caused by the nervous system over producing stress hormones such as Cortisol and Adrenaline (adrenaline flushing). These stress hormones can increase blood flow and heat and to the skin resulting in flushing, this may also produce the sensation of heat or warmth around the area. When this occurs it […]

Candida (intestinal dysbiosis) is caused by an opportunistic microflora which over proliferates in the body when the conditions are right, such as an acidic, damp and sugary environment. There are four different forms of Candida infections, the one which affects the face is superficial Candidiasis which involves areas of the skin and mucous membranes, including […]

Fatty liver (Liver Congestion/ Toxicity; Liver Steatosis) is an ailment where there is an excessive accumulation or infiltration of fats (triglycerides) present in and around the liver. There are two types of fatty liver, one is alcohol induced (alcohol liver disease) and one is not. Fortunately the cells of the liver are able to regenerate […]

Indigestion is a symptom of insufficient digestive processes and may also be known as an upset stomach or dyspepsia. Impaired digestion is a sign that the processes of digestion, assimilation of nutrients and elimination of wastes is sub-optimal. The digestive system is the hub of the body, it is where we take in vitality and […]

It can be challenging to find the right foods to eat while trying to eradicate candida from the body. However if you keep it simple and choose the foods which encourage the proliferation of beneficial bacteria and reduce the harmful bacteria then you should get good results. Please remember that the more diligent you are […]

An overgrowth of detrimental bacteria/ yeasts is called Candida albicans. It is a serious health condition as Candida can proliferate throughout your digestive system weakening your immunity, digestion, liver and bowel function and can lead to skin rashes. Candida (intestinal dysbiosis) is caused by an opportunistic microflora which over proliferates in the body when the […]

What is gastritis? Gastritis (inflammation of the mucosal lining of the stomach) is a digestive system ailment. It is characterised by pre-ulcerative inflammation of the lining of the stomach and atrophying (weakening) of the mucosal membranes. Gastritis is a condition which needs to be addressed as soon as possible to reduce any further complications to […]

WHY SHOULD WE ALKALISE? Eating a clean and fresh diet has an alkaline effect on the body. This means that your system will better able to reduce inflammation and therefore tissue and joint pain. A balanced pH creates healthy cells to effectively absorb the nutrients they require and eliminate waste products. Having a balanced pH […]