Only a small fraction of the water on earth is suitable for human consumption. In Australia we have already resorted to building large desalination plants that purify saline water from the ocean via methods such as reverse osmosis and distillation, and unfortunately these methods are extremely energy intensive.Sourcing healthy drinking water has become a major […]

A healthy pH reading on a spit test is 7.4 (blue), a pH reading of anything below 7 means that your body tends towards being more acidic. High acid levels in the body (saliva, digestion, blood) can lead to inflammatory conditions, high free radical levels and other degenerative diseases. It is therefore important to observe […]

Where and when acne appears on the face can often provide a deeper understanding of the health of the body, including the reproductive system.  Acne appearing on the chin is usually associated with a hormonal imbalance. Women’s hormonal health is an important factor to address when addressing skin health. In Chinese Medicine, fundamental disturbances in […]

Drinking Lemon juice increases digestive secretions due to its bitter properties and helps alkalise the whole body. This effect can progressively increase the overall health of your immune system, liver function, digestive function and lymphatic system. All of these systems if compromised are contributing factors to the overproliferation of the detrimental bacteria which causes yeast […]

Small painful blisters/ pimples which appear on the tongue can be very uncomfortable as well as painful. They resemble small pimples or ulcers. Generally these can be attributed to a diet which is too acidic. The mouth is essentially part of the digestive tract and another possible cause may be inadequate digestive function. Other causes […]

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 […]

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is usually caused by detrimental bacteria colonising and over proliferating within the urinary tract. This increase in bad bacteria causes irritation and inflammation of the mucus membranes and the wall of the urinary tract. SYMPTOMS OF A URINARY TRACT INFECTION A stinging or burning pain during urination Increased frequency of […]

WHY SHOULD WE ALKALISE? Eating a clean and fresh diet has an alkaline effect on the body. This means that your system will better able to reduce inflammation and therefore tissue and joint pain. A balanced pH creates healthy cells to effectively absorb the nutrients they require and eliminate waste products. Having a balanced pH […]