Time of renewal, growth, nature sprouting and blooming, the direction is outwards and upwards and the notion is “Spring cleanse”. The ancient Chinese believed that the seasons have a profound cyclical effect on human growth and wellbeing. Our bodies make…
Spring has sprung! Sunny days, picnics, cherry blossoms and an abundance of fun outdoor activities! But sadly, for sufferers of hayfever, this is hardly the case. Rather it is a season filled with sneezing, runny noses, itchy eyes, foggy headedness…
Spring has been delayed this year, but it sure is making up for it now. With all the rain and now warm weather every weed seems to be on steroids. As we clean-up for the coming summer, it’s really important…
Something that I try to be mindful of as a Naturopath, is the impact of supplementation on our environment. For a start, the aim of a Naturopath should be to use the minimal amount of intervention needed to effect a…
With spring just around the corner, now is the time to get ready to reduce your response to seasonal allergies or ‘hay fever’. Homeopathy has a long history of treating seasonal allergies with nano-doses of environmental allergens to reduce sensitivities…
Acupuncture has been shown to outperform the drug valproic acid in reducing pain intensity of migraine headaches, without any of the adverse effects associated with drug therapy, according to a controlled study involving 100 migraine patients (Maxwell & Deadman, p.70).…
Also known as Collagen Induction Therapy, Dermaroller or Dermal Roller treatment – Micro Needle Therapy (MNT) is a revolutionary skin needling treatment which is stimulating the body’s own collagen production to rejuvenate ageing skin, reduce wrinkles and diminish the appearance of common…
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a frequently diagnosed endocrine condition in women, affecting approximately 400,000 Australian women. Most women with PCOS need prolonged treatment. Present pharmaceuticals can be effective in treating signs and symptoms, but have adverse affects. Because of…
Traditional Chinese Medicine holds that a woman’s body must be gently nourished and encouraged to bear fruit. Think about our bodies as fertile gardens for growing a healthy baby. The foundation soil – that is, the health of both mother…
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), which includes acupuncture, Chinese medicine and dietary therapy, accommodates women in all phases of life and offers a natural alternative or complementary treatment to conventional Western medicine for a vast array of conditions. In terms of…
