There has been quite a lot in the news lately about menopause. Much of it alarming and distressing. What seemed to have been lost in the discussion is that menopause and the transition to it are natural phases of ageing. Just as with other life stages or changes, it is important to be healthy and to look after your body and mind as you approach this time.
Understand your supplements – they’re not all the same.
Not all supplements are equal! It’s really important to make sure if you are spending money on a supplement, that you are getting good quality and that the product contains […]
Has your anxiety increased? Herbal medicine and natural solutions can help
It is an anxious time for many people. If you are finding things difficult a herbal formulation for anxiety and sleep may help.
It’s January – should I detox?
It’s January and everywhere you look there are people telling you to lose weight, exercise and detox. While being a healthy weight and taking regular exercise are both important, what […]
How can Naturopathy help hormone balance?
Some people have asked how naturopathy can help with the menopause and in balancing hormones. The basis of naturopathy is to try to help the body balance itself. Our belief […]
Need a Spring Tonic? Think Nettle
Spring is here finally. Buds are beginning to appear on trees and the daffodils and crocuses are out. There’s also plenty of nettles around, but resist the temptation to weed […]
Scuttelaria or Skullcap – a herb to help with anxiety
Scuttelaria lateriflora or baicalensis are both great herbs for anxiety. The English name for the plant sums up its use – Skullcap. It “caps” thoughts. It is a great herb for […]
Shamrock – the little plant that packs a punch
Tomorrow is St Patrick’s Day – green is the colour, but the national plant is shamrock! We have already seen the US President get his bowl. I thought it would […]