Dental cavities are caused by bacteria or acidic substances breaking down the surface/ amalgalm of the teeth making them porous and exposed. A build up of dental plaque will also decay the teeth faster. Dental caries are simply holes in the teeth where the first two layers of the protective coating are degraded. DIET TIPS […]

Sugar (table sugar, raw sugar, cane sugar, brown sugar, molasses, muscavado, rapadura) is a highly refined, processed food which many Naturopaths refer to as white death. It contains minimal amounts of nutrients or vitality and plays havoc with the pancreas, insulin production and blood sugar regulation. SOME ALTERNATIVES TO SUGAR ARE: Agave syrup is a […]

It is very important to be aware of the different forms of sugar in the diet. Basically, there are Simple Carbohydrates and Complex Carbohydrates. Simple sugars are released quickly into the bloodstream and can cause fluctuations in blood sugar levels. An example of this is the 11 am come down many people experience during the […]

Hypoglycaemia is a condition in which the body’s blood sugar levels drop too low. It is also known as insulin reaction. When the concentration of glucose in the blood is too low, it can not meet the requirements of key organs (especially the brain). When this happens, symptoms are related to mental ability and energy […]

Thrush is a fungal infection caused by an overgrowth of the yeast organism Candida albicans. If reoccurring thrush is a problem for you, you need to address this complaint. If left untreated it may cause further complications to health. Often the bacteria responsible for thrush lays dormant or at low levels for a long time […]

Candida (intestinal dysbiosis) is caused by an opportunistic microflora which over proliferates in the body when the conditions are right, such as an acidic, damp and sugary environment. There are four different forms of Candida infections, the one which affects the face is superficial Candidiasis which involves areas of the skin and mucous membranes, including […]

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 […]

Probiotics come in the form of a food supplement or by consuming more fermented foods.  These help dramatically to benefit general health, digestive function and wellbeing by colonising the bowels with healthy bacteria. In Naturopathic terms the gut is defined as being the centre of the entire body.  If the digestive function is optimal then […]

Sucrose is a simple sugar composed of fructose (fruit sugar) and glucose which is obtained from sugar cane, it may also be known as Beet sugar, Cane sugar and table sugar. The presence of sucrose in the stool is an indication of the bodies inability to digest and absorb sucrose in the diet. This food […]

An overgrowth of detrimental bacteria/ yeasts is called Candida albicans. It is a serious health condition as Candida can proliferate throughout your digestive system weakening your immunity, digestion, liver and bowel function and can lead to skin rashes. Candida (intestinal dysbiosis) is caused by an opportunistic microflora which over proliferates in the body when the […]