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Eat For Energy!
To emanate natural positive energy, we must- Eat For Energy! Water Drink at least 2 litres of water a day. Being dehydrated can make you feel fatigued and often send us to the coffee machine for all the wrong kinds of energy. We are over 80% water- look down at that body of yours- 80% of it is water and that water a part of the required energy conversion processes within your body. Its also one of the easiest ways to assist in preventing stroke and heart disease, water simply thins out the blood which will in turn make it [...]
Hair loss in women can be helped
We see a lot of patients in our Holistic Health practice who complain of hair loss and it can be very difficult to treat successfully unless we understand what the causes of hair loss are. Hair loss in women is commonly caused by hormonal imbalances and the most common ones are – Lack of progesterone production by the ovaries – this is common in women with polycystic ovarian syndrome, and after childbirth. Menopause when the production of oestrogen and progesterone decline rapidly. Excess male hormones, which can be due to genetic factors, obesity or polycystic ovarian syndrome The oral contraceptive [...]
Modern oral hygiene – are we getting it right?
by Margaret Jasinska, Naturopath Did you know the average person living in Britain has worse oral health now than during Roman times? It seems like an insane statement, considering the toothpaste, toothbrushes and mouth wash that weren’t available in the past, although this statement is based on studies conducted by dentists. A study published in the British Dental Journal last week looked at 303 skulls held at the Natural History Museum from the years 200 to 400 AD. Amazingly, researchers found that only 5 per cent showed signs of moderate to severe gum disease (periodontitis), while around 15 to [...]
Change your habits and prevent overeating
What can you do to prevent overeating at a time when burning calories and motivation is still at that annual winter low? Putting on weight over the winter months is almost a given, and it’s easy to see how. There is something primally nurturing about a warm cosy bed when the elements are pouring down around you outside. Your energetic spring out of bed which comes so easily nine other months of the year can look more like a broken slinky falling down stairs! Above all, be aware of your eating habits. If you find yourself falling into an eating [...]
Train smarter and listen to your coach!
Hard work always pays off if it is managed properly and structured. Is more better? Not necessarily when you are talking about an athlete with a family and a full time job. I certainly do not agree with the new fad "Less is more". But, you need to look outside the box, be confident in the program you are following and prioritise good recovery and intensity if you do not have the time to train like a full time athlete. Volume is not the answer. If you struggle to get the kilometres in weekly with running, then get the intensity [...]
Beware of paracetamol use in children
by Dr Sandra Cabot The leading cause of liver failure in children in the developed world is the use of excess doses of paracetamol. In some countries, including the USA, paracetamol is known under the name of acetaminophen. The best known brand is Tylenol. Parents often self medicate their children with paracetamol believing it is safe because it is available over the counter without a prescription. In reality, paracetamol containing medications should bear a large warning on their label saying BEWARE THIS DRUG CAN BE A LIVER POISON AND CAUSE LIVER FAILURE. Paracetamol can be particularly dangerous in infants [...]
White Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake
This classic cheesecake will make anyone want to go raw. The crunchy, salted texture of the crust, the creamy cake, and the sweet, tart cherries make this one of the superstar desserts in my collection. Serves 12 Soak time: 2 hours Prep time: 45 minutes Chill time: 120 minutes Ingredients Crust 225g Walnuts, soaked 6-8hrs and dehydrated - if you do not have a dehydrator place them in the oven on a low heat for half an hour 48g medjool dates 30g palm sugar 20g cacao powder 44g cacao nibs 1/8 teaspoon sea salt Filling 3 cups cashews, soaked 2 [...]
Sinus Trouble?
Here are ten natural ways to try and alleviate your sinus congestion before you head to a Doctor. Steam inhalation - Inhaling steam with a little tea tree oil in it may ease sinus clogging. And you don’t need a fancy steam inhaler. Simply filling a large bowl with water from your kettle- place a towel over your head and take deep breaths in for ten minutes or so- this is just as effective. Be careful not to burn your eyes with combination of heat off the steam and oil constituents. Eliminate milk - and all milk products from [...]
Here comes summer!
How is your training going? Summer is fast approaching and it is getting hotter. Watch your hydration closely, drink more water and do not hesitate to put a bit of salt in your food when you sweat a lot. Magnesium Complete is a must as you will need it to relax your body/ muscles and to rehydrate as magnesium is one of the four electrolytes needed daily in your blood stream... If you get sore, restless and tingling legs at night time, this might keep you awake as you might be low in magnesium... You can also help your body [...]
The link between the thyroid gland and depression
Women experience depression about twice as often as men. There are several hormonal factors that predispose women to depression, including menstrual cycle changes, pregnancy and the postpartum period, as well as menopause. Depression is a very common symptom of having an under active thyroid gland. According to the Thyroid Society, approximately ten to 15 percent of people with depression have an undiagnosed thyroid hormone deficiency. As well as feeling depressed, hypothyroidism typically leads to fatigue, lethargy, a leaden feeling in the limbs, lack of motivation and lack of libido. Unfortunately these symptoms often persist for many years before they are [...]
