Chelation Therapy is a procedure that involves administration of various chelating agents (either orally or via intravenous injection) to remove toxic heavy metals from the body such as Aluminium, Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead and Mercury. Chelation therapy works by bonding to and chelating the heavy metals, allowing them to be removed via the Kidneys. People receive […]
Respiratory symptoms may be linked to the exposure to the black mould (Stachybotrys) over a period of time. This is because the spores from the mould are inhaled and can be present within the lung tissue for some time and become a health hazard to humans. COMMON CONDITIONS LINKED TO BLACK MOULD EXPOSURE: Allergies, asthma, […]
A nasty chest infection warrants medical investigation if you are suffering from fever, chills, shortness of breath or chronic lethargy. It is advisable to seek the support of a health care professional who can properly diagnose your individual case and give you the support you require if you are unsure. If you have a history […]
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 […]
Urticaria is characterised as an acute or chronic allergic reaction in which red, raised lumps (wheals or welts) of different sizes appear on the skin. These intensely itchy lumps may last hours but may also stay for days, some may even come and go periodically. They can vary in size and may occur all over […]
Itchy skin (pruritus) can be caused by a number of factors. Generally it is either a local skin irritation or a disorder of the nervous system. Itching sensations can be experienced as skin irritations, crawling skin, inflammation, rashes or minor irritations. Common causes of itchy skin skin inflammation due to allergies, ezcema, dermatitis heavy metal […]
Heavy metals such as Lead are contained in many paints and can cause health complications if a person is overexposed to them. Heavy metals can be toxic to the nervous system and causing damage to the nerve endings as well as decreased ability of the liver and kidneys to remove wastes from the body. These […]
Heartburn and dyspepsia are digestive complaints which may cause symptoms such as discomfort, pain, a burning sensation felt behind the breastbone of the upper chest, feelings of fullness or bloating, wind, constipation, diarrhoea, undigested food in the stools, intestinal cramps and nausea. Heartburn typically commences 30 to 60 minutes aftereating and is caused by impaired […]
Sinusitis is inflammation of one or more of the sinuses, located behind the nasal cavity. This inflammation can cause pain, mucus production and congestion causing pressure headaches. This inflammation can be caused by a viral, bacterial or fungal infection or due to an allergic reaction. Sinusitis is a symptom of an underlying condition that is causing this […]
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 […]