There are many reasons why people experience headaches, it is a multifactorial problem which requires support of all systems which are affected. Some common causes may be linked to hormonal imbalances, food intolerances, liver intolerances, bowel congestion, high or low blood pressure, structural misalignment, nutrient deficiencies, side-effects to medications, tiredness, stress or digestive complaints and […]

The appearance of the tongue is a direct reflection on the health of the digestive system. The tongue forms the begining part of the digestive tract and any signs of cracks, coating, coloring or appearance are indications of digestive health. An inspection of the tongue is a useful form of differential diagnosis, especially when used […]

Atopic dermatitis (which is a form of excema) is generally a contact allergic reaction which irritates the skin and causes rashes, burning, inflammation, redness, slight elevated lesions and itching. The problem stays localised to the area where the allergen has touched and it is a delayed hypersensitivity reaction (the reaction to the allergen occurs 48-72 […]

It’s all in the pH… There’s been a lot of talk lately about the Alkalising diet….celebrities from Kirsten Dunst to Anthony Robbins are touting it as a way to reduce weight and inflammatory conditions. Others such as Jess Ainscough are using it in their battle with cancer. Our bodies regulate Blood pH to slightly alkaline […]

Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners use tongue diagnosis to assess the patient in regards to digestive capabilities, Qi (energy), blood quality, nutrient assimilation and excretion. Tongue diagnosis is a tool used to assess a patients weaknesses and strengths. A practitioner will perform tongue diagnosis by looking at the color, shape and coating. A healthy tongue is […]

Fructose Intolerance (also known as fructose malabsorption) is a condition resulting in the inability to digest fructose(fruit sugars). The indigested fructose passes through the intestines and begins to ferment (due to bacteria) in the bowel. The signs and symptoms of fructose intolerance closely resemble those of other digestive disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome, it […]

WHAT IS THE CAUSE OF A WHITE COATING ON THE TONGUE? over proliferation of Candida in the digestive system or oral thrush liver congestion dehydration high acidic sugary diets smoking alcohol consumption side effect to some antibiotics and medications diseases such as jaundice, Epstein-Barr virus and Lupus DIET TIPS FOR WHITE COATING ON THE TONGUE […]

Chronic constipation is often the result of insufficient digestive and liver function and if you are able to address these underlying reasons then you should experience better elimination long term. The digestive tract is like a long pipe and what happens at the top of the pipe affects the bottom of the pipe and vice […]

The stomach and digestive organs are the hub of the body, it is where the body absorbs life giving nutrients, transfers wastes into the bowels from the blood stream and rids the body of toxins. Many naturopaths believe that if you treat digestive complaints many other secondary complaints will disappear, as healing takes place from […]

Bedwetting (also called nocturnal enuresis) is a complex condition that can often be a source of worry for parents and children, creating extra stress for those involved. For parents, the main concern is often the emotional and social effects on their children. For the children, they can experience feelings of embarrassment, leading to low self-esteem […]