Allergic rhinitis is caused by hypersensitivity of the mucus membranes and immune system, inflammation and irritation which results in irritation and dryness of the mucus membranes of the nasal passages. Airborne allergens such as dust, moulds, pollens, pollution and chemicals will aggravate these symptoms and trigger this allergic immune response. When these allergens enter the […]
There is a lot of supporting data concerning dairy foods contributing to a worsening of symptoms in tonsillitis; however, there are no strong conclusions formed or studies done to substantiate this. Most people find that dairy foods do in fact contribute to mucus production and a worsening of the congestion when there are respiratory infections present. Naturopaths […]
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 […]
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 […]
Many symptoms (intolerance to smells, digestive intolerances) may be indicative that you are experiencing chemical sensitivities or heavy metal toxicity. Through the process of detoxification the body is able to remove wastes and metabolites from the body, however if the liver and organs of elimination are sluggish or burdened often a chemical sensitivity will result. […]
VEGETABLE JUICES CAN HELP TO ALKALISE THE BODY, SUPPORT KIDNEY FILTRATION, INCREASE THE MINERAL AND VITAMIN CONTENT OF THE BODY AND REDUCE CONGESTION WITHIN THE BODY. These actions are beneficial in helping to eradicate disease and effects of an excess lifestyle. A total of 500-700ml of vegetable juice during one day is sufficient and it […]