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Life after a Hip Replacement

Life after a Hip Replacement

Nelson woman, Maureen McKain is living proof that surgical intervention combined with natural therapies and a positive attitude blend well together.

In the Mood Foods

In the Mood Foods

Over the centuries, people all over the world have added food ingredients from the land grown around them and mainly through trial and error, chosen a few items as natural libido boosters.

Sunburn

Sunburn

Summer is the season in which we indulge in soaking up those wonderful sun’s rays of energy, which is important for bones, our blood cells and one’s immune system, along with that surge of vitamin D and a boost of our moods as we melt away the winter blues.

High Blood Pressure

High Blood Pressure

Do we blame ourselves for any increase in blood pressure? High blood pressure (hypertension) is a condition that is more prevalent in Western cultures, mainly from poor dietary habits. The cultures that are remote and follow their traditional diets have very little incidence of high blood pressure, even in advanced ageing.

Homeopathy Tips for Holiday Dilemmas

Homeopathy Tips for Holiday Dilemmas

We all look forward to a holiday, but sensible preparations make any adventure less stressful. If one is equipped for any adversity and that includes having a first aid kit on hand, then the holiday vacation can run more smoothly.

Advice for Arthritis

Advice for Arthritis

Arthritis and rheumatic health problems tend to increase in severity during the winter months often due to a decreased level of exercise, an increase in more dense rich foods and of course the added cold temperature.

Vaginal Discomfort

Vaginal Discomfort

As long ago as 1998 it was recognised that many women are sensitive to common constituents of creams used to actually treat such problems.

Implementing a Breastfeeding Plan

Implementing a Breastfeeding Plan

We all know that ‘breast is the best’ when we talk about natural food for baby.

Foods for Pregnancy

Foods for Pregnancy

Optimal nutrition before and then during pregnancy has been shown to achieve a healthier baby and mother.