Most diseases begin in the gut! Why is this so? Gut health is the hub of the body, it is the place where health starts. If you can improve gut health you can improve overall health and wellbeing. Diet and lifestyle play such a huge role in the health of our nervous system, energy 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 […]

The exact cause of Psoriasis is unknown, however the triggers for psoriasis include stress, infection, skin wounds, sunburn, candida, excessive alcohol intake and certain prescribed medications.  Poor bowel function, obesity, impaired liver function, and incomplete protein digestion are also risk factors for psoriasis and should be addressed as part of your treatment plan. A deficiency of […]

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 […]

Helicobacter pylori is a species of bacteria which resides in the mouth and gastric mucosa. It is transmitted from person to person orally.  Helicobacter pylori can be present in many individuals without it causing health problems. If this issue is left unchecked this bacteria can be the causative factor behind many health complications.  This means that often […]

Giardiasis is an infection of the small intestine caused by an insidious parasite called Giardia Lamblia. A protozoa that often contaminates water it spreads via contaminated water, soil, animals, contaminated food, direct human contact and household pets. It lives in the intestines and is passed in the faeces. The parasite has a hard outer shell […]

A parasite is an organism that lives off of or inside of another organism, called a host, during all or part of its life. This is a type of symbiotic relationship in which the parasite needs the host in order to live to obtain nourishment. Many organisms, including some plants, animals, spiders, crustaceans, bacteria, and […]

Nausea is that uncomfortable, queasy feeling you get in your stomach that makes you feel like you’re going to vomit. COMMON CAUSES OF NAUSEA Liver congestion, liver disease and hepatitis Gall bladder insufficiencies High doses of caffeine intake Nervous system drugs and side effects from pharmaceutical medications Heavy metal toxicity Supplemental B Vitamins or Zinc […]

Bowel reflux is an umbrella term for digestive complaints (inflammation, irritation) similar to irritable bowel syndrome. The digestive tract is likened to one long pipe, what happens at the top of the pipe (mouth and stomach) affects what happens at the bottom end (intestines and bowels). Suffering from indigestion will have a run on effect […]

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a common condition characterized by moderate to severe intestinal cramps (abdominal pain) with constipation and/or diarrhoea.  IBS is not a detectable structural disease but the symptoms are caused by abnormal muscular contractions in the colon.  Digestive dysfunction, food intolerances, anxiety, stress and a compromised immune system may further exacerbate this […]