An effective remedy to take pre and/or post surgery is Homeopathic Arnica 6x which is available from health food stores. Arnica is a herb commonly used before and after surgery due to its anti-inflammatory and pain relieving properties. Arnica is known to decrease swelling, bruising and blood stagnation. It is best to take this remedy […]

A delicious and nutritious, warming vegetable broth. Just the thing to satisfy the Autumn craving for sustaining and mineral rich foods. The ingredients support the opening of the lungs by providing warmth; and the gut healing properties will ensure that you don’t get the Winter coughs and colds this year.  Have a warm broth for […]

My personal experience of Yin Yoga is a deep, enriching, unravelling of the unconscious spirit and concious physical body. It is a unique healing modality which allows me to start to re-balance my nervous system by breathing and letting go into the pose and staying there releasing, unravelling, restoring and repairing in the space. Yin […]

With the change of seasons from winter to spring the body begins the process of re-emergence. Moving into springtime the channels of detoxification open and we start to remove the sluggishness of winter hibernation. As the days get longer and our bodies and minds demand more of us, it is time for fresh approaches to […]

Bone formation requires optimal osteoblast activity to build bone after a fracture.  Osteoblasts are responsible for the growth and repair of bone and lay down new deposition of Calcium Phosphate and collagen during the repair process of turning Calcium into mature bone. DIET TIPS FOR BONE HEALING Eat plenty of foods which are high in Calcium […]

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 […]

NATURAL REMEDIES FOR SCARS The essentail oils of Carrot, Calendula, Neroli, Borage seed, Orange or Tangerine when combined with one or two of the base oils above and massaged into the problematic area may help to reduce the scars over time. These are highly nutritious oils which are high in Vitamin A and Vitamin C […]

Calendula also known as Marigold has been widely used topically to treat minor cuts and reduce scarring. Calendula may help to reduce scarring due to the the action of some the constituents which promote epithelial growth and enhance immune responses. Other actions that contribute to wound healing are an increase in epithelialization time, increase in […]

WHAT ARE ESSENTIAL OILS? Essential oils are the volatile substances that a plant owes its odour and flavour to and are often referred to as the soul or the hormones of the plant. Essential oils are found in different parts of plants (leaves, flowers, bark, fruit etc.). For example Lavender essential oil is obtained from […]

The herb Oregon Grape root (Berberidaceae species) contains berberine alkaloids and is specifically indicated for a sluggish gastrointestinal system, respiratory tract and infectious conditions. Due to its wide range of therapeutic effects Oregon Grape root may be used beneficially for the following conditions: Candida Giardia Urinary Tract Infections Gastroenteritis (inflammation of the mucus membranes of […]