Homocysteine is a naturally occurring amino acid in the body, formed during the metabolism of methionine, an essential amino acid obtained from dietary proteins. While homocysteine is a normal component of amino acid metabolism, elevated levels can pose significant health risks. This article explores the health impacts of homocysteine, emphasizing a naturopathic approach to managing […]

Vitamin D is mostly found in animal products; remember also that the skin converts the sunlight to Vitamin D3 via activation through the liver and kidneys. There is much concern these days about sunlight causing skin cancers, however small amounts (10-15 minutes) of direct sunlight in the mornings and afternoons is a sufficient amount to […]

Therapeutic effects of specific pulsed electromagnetic fieldsin low frequency and intensity range.  There are some beneficial EMF which are man made and naturally formed. increase oxygenation to the blood improve circulation and cell metabolism sound sleep pain relief reduced inflammation, improved energy levels enhanced tissue and bone healing Because of these effects in the body, daily […]

The Tea plant originated in China and over the centuries as its popularity increased it was introduced throughout Asia and into Western cultures by Turkish traders.  Green Tea is produced from a plant known botanically as Camellia Sinensis and comes in three forms: green,black and white. The different kinds of tea differ due to the process […]

Osteoporosis is a condition of fragile bone. Many people associate Osteoporosis with old age only. However it is important to recognise the influence of diet and lifestyle throughout the years of childhood (bone growth), adolescence, pregnancy and menopause. Bone mass peaks at the age of 30-40 years and losses occur at a constant rate of […]

A decline in cognitive function and memory is an unfortunate symptom experienced by many people. In the fast pace of our lives the amount of stress people endure daily it is no wonder that some people struggle. Memory is the ability to store, retain and subsequently retrieve information. The brain is a muscle and stimulating […]

Varicose Veins are a disorder in which the veins become distended, bulging, lengthened and convoluted and occurs most commonly in the legs. Symptoms experienced along with the appearance of darkened and outstanding veins are heaviness in the legs, aching, throbbing, reduced circulation, appearance of spider veins, ankle swelling, restless legs and venous insufficiency. The underlying […]

Quality water supply – if water is moving it is alive (rain, tides, river) and can cleanse, regenerate, hydrate, heal and provide negative health giving ions. Sunshine – expansion of spirit, builds Seratonin levels (happy hormones for the brain), health and a sense of freedom Fresh air – clean air free of pollutants, in Latin air = […]