Ringworm is the name commonly given to an infectious fungal diseasemedically called Dermaphytoses. This fungus produces symptoms ofitching, redness, small blisters and scaly skin on the feet, hands,nails, scalp and arms. Other names for this skin complaint are Tinea or Athletes Foot. There are many treatment options for helping to soothe and calm theitch associated […]
Blackheads are a skin condition where the small pores on the skin become plugged by fatty material of the sebaceous glands. These plugs make the pores look dirty and black in appearance. The colour of the “blackhead” occurs due to oxidized keratin (dead skin cells) and due to dirt becoming trapped. Blackheads are mostly found mostly on the […]
Surgery is a traumatic event which affects the body and creates inflammation and bruising to the area. It takes time for the body to heal after surgery and the systems which require support are the nervous system, liver, bowel and immunity. DIET TIPS AFTER ANAESTHESIA Follow a gentle cleansing diet and increase foods such as […]
Sebaceous cysts appear on the skin as small lumps or bumps just under the skin which move freely. They are generally painless and slow growing, however if they become infected they can become problematic causing inflammation and pain. Cysts are enclosed encapulations of wastes which contain sebum (oil) and keratin (dead skin cells and proteins). […]
Apple Cider Vinegar is an old fashioned remedy used in cases of indigestion and acidity as it helps to alkalise the body and blood stream by ensuring adequate digestive processes and reducing the formation of acid due to maldigested foods. Apple cider vinegar is also something that has been used to support insulin production in […]
Liver inflammation is characterised by the presence of inflammation of the liver or raised liver enzymes. A blood test will reveal raised liver enzymes markets which are an indication of inflammation present in the liver. There are commonly two types of liver inflammation classified as non-alcoholic liver disease or alcoholic liver disease. Possible causes for […]
The kidneys are a pair of organs situated at the back of the abdomen, below the diaphragm on each side of the spine just under the rib cage and weigh about 150gm each. Its functions are to regulate blood pressure, reduce acidity (metabolic acidosis), dispose of waste material from the blood, regulate water and fluid […]
POSSIBLE CAUSES OF FOOT ODOUR Liver and lymphatic congestion Sweating feet due to stockings/ socks not being able to breathe. Choose a cotton sock rather than synthetic Candida, Tinea infection Heavy metal toxicity Kidney insufficiencies Nervous system sensitivity (increased sweat production from adrenal activity or nervousness) Vitamin and mineral deficiencies (Calcium, Linoleic acid, Silica) Thyroid […]
INFLUENZA (FLU) IS A COMMON, HIGHLY CONTAGIOUS VIRUS THAT AFFECTS THE RESPIRATORY SYSTEM. There are two basic seasonal influenza viruses – A and B – can cause a mild to serious illness in people and even death in young children, older adults and vulnerable people. These flu’s are called winter flu’s as they commonly emerge […]
Boils are pus-filled abscess’s that initially affect the Hair Folliclesof the epidermis of the skin. The infection then spreads to the skin’sdeeper layers. The pus in Boils consists of dead white blood cells anddetrimental bacteria (usually Staphylococcus aureus). DIET TIPS FOR BOILS Increase garlic in the diet and Sulfur containing foods in the diet Encourage […]