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 […]
If you are a sufferer of depression you are not alone. According to Beyond Blue… One in four young people experiences a mental health condition and suicide is the leading cause of death for Australians aged 15 to 24. For Men, almost seven people die by suicide each day in Australia. Five of these are […]
Sam-E (S-Adenosylmethionine) can be purchased as a Homeopathic preparation or as a nutritional supplement. It is commonly used to address nervous system symptoms of low mood, despondancy, stress, anxiety, depression, pain management and for liver protection. It is produced by combining the amino acid Methionine and Adenosine triphosphate (ATP) and is utilised in the liver. […]
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome CFS is a condition many people suffer from when convalescing from chronic illnesses (bacterial infections and virus’). It involves constant, extreme, disabling fatigue which is not relieved by bed rest. The flu-like symptoms may continue on for many years in some individuals and is likened to an autoimmune condition. Symptoms experienced by many alongside […]
THERE IS A LOT OF DEBATE WHETHER ORGANIC FOOD IS WORTH THE EXTRA MONEY THESE DAYS, HOWEVER THERE IS ALSO A GROWING DISCONTENT WITH THE METHODS OF MODERN FARMING AND THE QUALITY OF THE FOODS BEING PRODUCED THROUGH SOME OF THESE METHODS. Organic food is a rapidly growing industry and this is probably because the […]
Insomnia or sleep problems can be a frustrating complaint that may be short lived or a constant burden that restricts daily activities. It can be extremely debilitating and if a pattern of insomnia persists it is advisable to speak to a health care professional. DIET TIPS FOR SLEEP PROBLEMS Reduce any stimulants from your diet […]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a type of Anxiety disorder characterized by recurrent and intrusive thoughts and compulsive, time-consuming behaviors that shape and sometimes dominate a person’s life. The OCD patient is often aware that these thoughts and behaviors are irrational. This condition is often exacerbated by underlying nervous symptoms such as anxiety or depression. SYMPTOMS […]
Hormones are very powerful substances, this is especially true for women. A woman’s psyche is intimately connected to her monthly flow of hormones and this time of the month can cause some very uncomfortable moments which we dread. Hormones not only direct and determine female physiological processes, but also influence the emotional and psychological stage. […]
NATURAL TREATMENTS FOR PAIN AND INFLAMMATION Chronic pain requires a multifactorial approach to management. The long term implications on the nervous system, general wellbeing and quality of life can be highly debilitating. The following suggestions may help to alleviate some pain and combining more than one modality is the best way forward Mind/body approaches ~ Meditation, […]
It’s all in the pH… There’s been a lot of talk lately about the Alkalising diet….celebrities from Kirsten Dunst to Anthony Robbins are touting it as a way to reduce weight and inflammatory conditions. Others such as Jess Ainscough are using it in their battle with cancer. Our bodies regulate Blood pH to slightly alkaline […]