As Naturopathic practitioners our duty of care is to take into account all aspects of an individuals health. This means mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally. Naturopaths also provide Complimentary medicine and education to support treatments prescribed by Medical practitioners. Taking this into account we can then offer a number of options that will assist you. […]
Knowing your body well and keeping it in prime form is an important aspect of overall health. Often we compromise so much in our busy days and months and years can pass before we realise that we have strayed from our beliefs and health ideals. So I want to know how many of these are […]
Skin friction caused from clothing, movement or shaving (which can also break the skin) makes the underarm skin susceptible to bacterial attack. The skin under the arms is sensitive and susceptible to invading micro-organisms. Sweat encourages bacteria to breed, so a dark, sweaty armpit is a prime breeding ground for staph bacteria to breed and […]
There are many reasons why people experience headaches, it is a multifactorial problem which requires support of all systems which are affected. Some common causes may be linked to hormonal imbalances, food intolerances, liver intolerances, bowel congestion, high or low blood pressure, structural misalignment, nutrient deficiencies, side-effects to medications, tiredness, stress or digestive complaints and […]
Gingivitis (bleeding gums, periodontal disease) is an inflammation of the gums (or the underlying bones) caused by oral bacteria. This infection results in the formation of plaques which is a combination of bacteria and food wastes. A build up of this plaque can progress to a more serious condition known as periodontitis which can cause […]
Alopecia areata is a condition characterised by hair loss which may occur anywhere over the body, however it primarily affects the scalp. Patches of hair loss are experienced and the cause of the problem is unknown. Naturopathically addressing nutritional deficiencies is recommended as well as immunity, hormonal imbalances and sluggish liver function. In Chinese Medicine […]
Co Enzyme Q10 is an essential nutrient that plays an integral role in the production of Adenosine-tri-phosphate (ATP), the energy source for all body processes. Humans consume small amounts in foods such as mackeral, sardines, chicken and liver. It is also produced in limited amounts endogenously (within the body) and is present in every cell […]
Minerals are essential for life, without them many systems are compromised and vitality is lost. There are 14 minerals found in the soil our foods grow in which are absorbed in to the fruits, grains, vegetables and legumes we consume in our diets. Minerals are required for health due to their roles of maintaining growth, […]
The Western diet tends to be deficient in beneficial oils (essential fatty acids). Many people in the Western World are afflicted with inflammatory diseases due to the typical western diet which sees people eating high amounts of refined foods, red meats and sugar. These foods cause an imbalance to the ratio of oils in the […]
There are many reasons behind why people experience thinning hair. Thinning hair can also be caused by exposure of the hair or scalp to burns, x-rays, scalp injury, and certain chemicals (including those used to purify swimming pools, and to bleach, dye, and perm hair). Normal hair growth usually returns once the cause is eliminated. […]